Legendary Coach John Beam Shot in Oakland College Shooting, Condition Unknown
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A shocking turn of events has unfolded at Laney College in Oakland, California, where a shooting occurred on Thursday afternoon. According to reports, John Beam, a renowned football coach and former Athletic Director, was shot near the Fieldhouse, the college's sports compound. Beam, who recently retired after a 45-year illustrious career, has been taken to the hospital, but his current condition remains unknown. The shooting, which happened around 11:53 a.m., prompted a shelter-in-place alert for the school community. Fortunately, no other individuals were injured in the incident, and the lockdown has been lifted. Authorities have identified the suspect as a male wearing a black hoodie but have not released any further details. John Beam is a celebrated figure in college football, known for his decades-long tenure with the Laney College football team. His coaching style and mentorship of student-athletes were showcased in Netflix's 'Last Chance U.' During his career, Beam produced numerous college and NFL players, earning four national titles, 16 bowl championships, and two state titles. His impressive legacy at Laney College includes leading the team to state and national championships in 2018 and boasting a career win rate of over 80%.
