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JaMarcus Shephard Addresses Bend Tragedy After Game
Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks on Bend school shooting impact during postgame presser.
In brief
Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks on Bend school shooting impact during postgame presser. Oregon State football coach JaMarcus Shephard expressed condolences for Bend school shooting victims and pledged support to affected families. Originally reported by Oregon State Beavers On SI.
Shephard opens presser
Oregon State head coach JaMarcus Shephard begins postgame presser after Beavers win over Washington State.
Bend school shooting impact
Shephard addresses Thursday's school shooting in Bend that killed three children, a teacher, and the shooter.
Shephard's condolences
Shephard says he is deeply sorry for the loss and pledges ongoing support for Bend families.
“I am deeply sorry for your loss. There's no way to explain it. There's no way to understand it. There's nothing I can say right now that's probably gonna make it better.”
Silver Rail Elementary School
The tragedy occurred at Silver Rail Elementary School where Shephard's game polo featured a black ribbon patch with S-R initials.
Shephard's faith perspective
Shephard says his faith helps him cope with tragedy and encourages players to be resilient during tough times.
“It's a tragedy. I don't know the right word to say specifically in these moments. Typically, I start to lean on my faith more than anything else.”
Bend fans at game
Many Bend fans traveled to Reser Stadium for a fleeting distraction from the tragedy.
Next game
Oregon State returns to action on Halloween night against Fresno State Bulldogs with kickoff at 8 PM PST.
The key point
Oregon State football coach JaMarcus Shephard expressed condolences for Bend school shooting victims and pledged support to affected families.
