Hall of Fame
Beane was a four-year standout running back on the Shepherd football team from 1996-99. One of college football's All-Time great running backs, Beane is one of a few players to rush over 1,000 yards in all four seasons. The first Ram athlete to gain First Team All-WVIAC honors four times, Beane completed his career as the all-time leader in Shepherd and WVIAC history in career rushing yards (6,768), career scoring (382 points), and career touchdowns (61). His 2,096 rushing yards in 1998 also set new Shepherd and WVIAC single season marks. A two-time WVIAC Offensive Player of the Year, Beane led the Rams to three straight conference titles and NCAA II Playoff appearances in 1998 and 1999. His 30-carry, 173-yard effort helped life Shepherd to a 9-6 win over Indiana (PA) in the 1998 playoffs. A three-time All-American, Beane finished fourth in the Harlow Hill balloting in 1998 and third in 1999.
