Terry Grant (gridiron football) facts for kids
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| Born: | March 3, 1987 Lumberton, Mississippi, U.S. |
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| CFL status | International |
| Position(s) | RB |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| College | University of Alabama |
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| 2011 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
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Terry O'Neal Grant (born March 3, 1987) is an American former professional football player. He played as a running back. Terry Grant was known for his speed and skill on the field.
He joined the Hamilton Tiger-Cats team on May 30, 2011. This was after he finished college. In his first year with the Tiger-Cats, he played in six games. He ran for 151 yards and caught 6 passes for 87 yards.
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Terry Grant's College Football Journey
Terry Grant played college football for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide. He was part of the team from 2006 to 2009.
Playing for the Crimson Tide
His most successful season was in 2007. That year, he ran for 891 yards. He also scored 8 touchdowns. A touchdown is when a player carries the ball into the opponent's end zone. He also caught 26 passes for 176 yards. He scored one touchdown from a pass that year too.
Overcoming Challenges in College
After his great 2007 season, Terry faced some challenges. He had a series of injuries. These injuries made it harder for him to play as much. He worked hard but could not get back his starting position.
Terry Grant's High School Achievements
Before college, Terry Grant was a star player in high school. He played for Lumberton High School.
High School Football Success
During his high school career, Grant scored an amazing 113 touchdowns. In his senior year, he had an incredible season. He ran for 2,700 yards. He also scored 36 touchdowns that year. His outstanding performance earned him a special award. He was named Mississippi Mister Football. This award goes to the best high school football player in Mississippi.
