# JaMarcus Shephard Addresses Bend Tragedy After Game

> Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks on Bend school shooting impact during postgame presser.
- Title: JaMarcus Shephard Addresses Bend Tragedy After Game | Shortify
- Summary: Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard speaks on Bend school shooting impact during postgame presser. Oregon State football coach JaMarcus Shephard expressed…
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- Source: Oregon State Beavers On SI — https://si.com/college/oregon-state/football/jamarcus-shephard-speaks-on-bend-tragedy-in-postgame-presser-01m56bn43y45
- Published: 2026-10-18T02:59:44+00:00
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- Topics: jamarcus shephard, oregon state, bend, silver rail elementary school, school shooting, reser stadium, fresno state bulldogs, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Oregon State football coach JaMarcus Shephard expressed condolences for Bend school shooting victims and pledged support to affected families.