Ben Garry facts for kids
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| Position: | Running back | ||
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| Born: | February 11, 1956 Hazlehurst, Mississippi |
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| Died: | June 24, 2006 (aged 50) Mobile, Alabama |
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| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||
| Weight: | 215 lb (98 kg) | ||
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| High school: | Pascagoula (MS) | ||
| College: | Southern Mississippi | ||
| NFL Draft: | 1978 / Round: 6 / Pick: 161 | ||
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Benjamin Earl Garry (born February 11, 1956 – died June 24, 2006) was an American football player. He was known as a running back. This means he was a player who carries the football. He played for the Baltimore Colts in the National Football League (NFL). The NFL is the biggest professional football league in the United States.
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Who Was Ben Garry?
Ben Garry was a talented athlete. He played football at a high level. He started playing in high school. Then he moved on to college. Finally, he played professionally in the NFL.
Early Life and High School Football
Ben Garry was born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi. This was on February 11, 1956. He grew up loving football. He went to Pascagoula High School. This school is in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He was a star player there.
College Football Career
After high school, Ben Garry went to college. He played college football at Southern Mississippi University. He was a key player for the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles. Playing in college helped him get ready for the pros.
Playing in the NFL
Ben Garry was chosen in the 1978 NFL Draft. The NFL Draft is where professional teams pick new players. He was picked by the Baltimore Colts. This happened in the sixth round. He was the 161st player chosen overall.
He played two seasons for the Colts. He was with the team in 1979 and 1980. He played as a running back. This position is important for gaining yards. It helps score touchdowns.
Life After Football
Ben Garry passed away on June 24, 2006. He was 50 years old. He died in Mobile, Alabama. He is remembered for his time playing football.
