Become Legendary | Trent Shippen | May 2026

About this episode

Trent Shippen discusses his journey in sports, education, and service in the Church during a devotional address.

This Devotional address with Trent Shippen was delivered on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 11:30 AM MST in the BYU-Idaho I-Center. Trent Shippen played basketball for Ricks College while earning an associate’s degree in arts and sciences. He later graduated from Colorado State University with a bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science, and from the University of Utah with a master’s degree in sports management. Trent began his career with the Church Educational System in the Ricks College Admissions Office while coaching men’s and women’s basketball. Later, he coached the BYU women’s basketball team for five years. He has been working in Student Activities since 2002. Trent enjoys spending time with family, playing and watching sports, faculty noon hoops, and being outdoors. He and his wife, Jean, have six children and one grandchild. Trent has served in almost every organization in the Church and currently serves with Jean as a valiant activity leader.

People in this episode

Guest: Trent Shippen

Topics covered

• sports
• education
• family
• church service
• coaching
• personal development

Keywords

• Trent Shippen
• BYU-Idaho
• basketball
• education
• sports management
• family
• church

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BYU-Idaho

Places: Colorado State University, University of Utah, Ricks College

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