Shipleys teach kids more than just the game at camp

AUSTIN — Three Shipleys — father Bob and sons Jordan and Jaxon — have built a Texas-sized reputation when it comes to football.

The elder Shipley has become one of the most respected coaches in high school football. The eldest son, Jordan, engraved his name in Texas football with his play as a Burnet Bulldog and the Texas Longhorns before turning pro with the Cincinnati Bengals. Jaxon, the younger brother, is etching his name in Longhorn burnt orange now.

Football has given the Shipleys a place to excel and prosper. But the three also value the importance of giving back to the sport and to the youth who play it.

PHOTO: Team Shipley was in full force June 22 at the West Austin Youth Association to help former Burnet High School standout and Cincinnati Bengal Jordan Shipley (left) with his football camp. Also on staff was his dad, Bob, (center) the former head coach of the Bulldogs and current athletic director and head football coach at Brownwood High School, and little brother Jaxon, who is gearing up for his second year as a Longhorn receiver. Staff photo by Jennifer Fierro