Shinn, an Iola, Kan. native, was a first-team NAIA All-American catcher 1976 and earned honorable mention All-American honors in 1975. He was named All-GPAC, NAIA All-District 10, and All-Area III as well.  He earned Academic All-American honors from the NAIA in 1976.  Shinn signed with the Cincinnati Reds after the 1976 season.