Abiathar “Abby” Bishop Coach – Basketball

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Abiathar “Abby” Bishop – Coach / Basketball

A South High School and University of Southern Mississippi graduate and basketball star

Recruited to play basketball at USM while playing for the the US Marine Corp in an All-Navy tournament

Recognized as a Helms All-American in 1951 and 1952, inducted into USM Sports Hall of Fame

Coached basketball at St. George and St. Elizabeth for 35 years, winning two state championships

Won more than 70% of game coached

Coached two Roundball Classic Games at Civic Arena in the ’60’s

*Deceased – Acceptance and speech by Brett Bishop, Abby’s youngest son.