Hanner Shipley

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Position:
Offensive Lineman / Tight End
Ht./Wt.:
6-5 / 300
Class:
Freshman
Hometown:
Meadowlakes, Texas
High School:
Marble Falls HS
Prev School:
LSU

Shipley signed with Louisiana State University and enrolled in January, but transferred to ACU in mid-August. Could play along ACU’s offensive line as a true freshman.

High School: Enrolled early at LSU and took part in spring drills. He was ranked as a three-star prospect by Rivals, 247Sports, Scout and ESPN. Shipley was utilized more as a blocker during high school but was able to haul in four receptions for 78 yards and one touchdown as a senior. Shipley was rated as high as the No. 42 tight end in the nation. He earned an invitation to the Offense Defense All-American Bowl in Orlando, Fla. Played for head coach Matt Green.

Personal: Son of Stephen and Ashley Shipley. His father, Stephen, played wide receiver at TCU from 1989-92. His uncle, Bob Shipley, is a former player and assistant coach at ACU, and his cousins, Jordan and Jaxon Shipley, played at Texas. His cousin, Shelby (Shipley) Nunez, played basketball at ACU. His family has a long history at ACU. 2015 graduate of Marble Falls High School. Born 12 December 1996.