Memphis receiver Ivory ‘got to always have energy’ to set example as new leader
University of Memphis receiver (13) Javon Ivory breaks off a long run during a Oct. 14, 2021 game against Navy at the AutoZone Liberty Bowl. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian file)
Tigers wide receiver Javon Ivory said the transition into a veteran role model can be a rollercoaster.
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Frank Bonner II
Frank Bonner is the Memphis Tigers football beat writer. He is originally from Indiana but arrived in Memphis after spending two years in Tulsa, covering Oklahoma State football and basketball. He covered high school sports in Columbus, Indiana for two years before getting his Master’s degree in Sports Journalism at IUPUI. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in journalism from Indiana University.
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