#IAMRIVERABEACH: Alfred J Shipman, BASE BALL PROFESSIONAL EP44

After reading the book ACRES OF DIAMONDS by Russell Conwell, I am convinced we are all leaving the diamond mines in our own back yards as we travel around the world looking for larger diamonds, when in fact the diamonds we seek are found within us and our hometown, from whence we came. Therefore, we are calling the podcast, #IAMRIVIERABEACH.  #RIVIERABEACHPRIDE

Our vision is to shed a bright light on the wonderful, smart, talented individuals from our great City, Riviera Beach, Florida. 

Today's guest: Alfred J Shipman

Born and raised in West Palm Beach, Fl, Alfred J. Shipman attended John F Kennedy High School and graduated class of 1966. Alfred attended Allen University in Columbia South Carolina and went on to serve 3 years in the United States Army. He earned an Associates' Degree in Business Administration from Palm Beach Junior College before deciding to devote 36 years to the United States Postal Service Co. Mr. Shipman was honored to be the coach for the Youth Recreational Association baseball and football little league team for 10 years in the late '80s. He was also the first African American to be selected to play for the VFW baseball league and had the opportunity to be Drafted by the LA Angels baseball team. Currently, Alfred J. Shipman serves as the chairman of the deacon board and has no plans on discontinuing his good service.

Connect With Alfred: 561-308-8521

Email: aljshipman01@att.net

Call into the podcast dial 661-554-9219. Join me Ann McNeill, cohosts, Steve White, and Dan Callaway 561-531-9184 or 561-848-4991 as we discuss the history, the present, and the future of our great city. Any questions or comments you can reach Ann McNeill at 786-546-0184