Garry Battle

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Garry Battle
Personal information
Born: (1985-09-17) September 17, 1985 (age 38)
Fayetteville, North Carolina, U.S.
Height:6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:310 lb (141 kg)
Career information
High school: South View
(Hope Mills, North Carolina)
College: Fayetteville State
Position: Guard
Undrafted: 2008
Career history
Career highlights and awards
Player stats at ArenaFan.com

Garry Battle (born September 17, 1985) is a former professional Arena football offensive and defensive lineman.

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Early years

Battle attended South View High School in Hope Mills, North Carolina. Where he lettered in basketball and football for two years. In his senior football season he was named to the All-Conference (4AA Two-Rivers) first team.

College career

In 2003 Battle began his college career at Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Battle played several positions including Offensive Lineman, Defensive Lineman, and Tight End. In his 2006 season he was named pre-season All-American. During his 2007 season he received All-Conference honors (CIAA) and the prestigious Honor as a HBCU All-American. Battle served as captain for the 2007 season. Battle also participated in the All-American Heritage Bowl in Southern California, which hosted the nation's top HBCU senior football players. Battle graduated in 2008 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice.

Professional career

Fayetteville Guard

Battle played two seasons for the Fayetteville Guard of the American Indoor Football Association (AIFA) in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He played on the Offensive Line.

Dallas Vigilantes

On February 5, 2010, Battle signed with the Dallas Vigilantes of the Arena Football League (AFL). He played on the Offensive and Defensive Line. He was placed on reassignment on June 4, 2010.

Tulsa Talons

Battle is currently assigned to the Tulsa Talons of the Arena Football League.

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