AFL Jacksonville Sharks

Sharks Add Big Target in Avery

November 1, 2011 - Arena Football League (AFL)
Jacksonville Sharks News Release


JACKSONVILLE - The ArenaBowl XXIV Champion Jacksonville Sharks added size to their receiving corps Tuesday, announcing that Marquis Avery has been assigned to the club's 2012 roster.

Avery (6'4", 207) joins the Sharks after finishing his collegiate career at San Jose State. During the 2009 season, Avery led the Spartans with six receiving touchdowns despite playing in just nine of the team's 12 games. He ranked second on his team in receptions (42), yards (465) and yards per game (51.7).

Before transferring to San Jose State, the 24-year-old Avery attended Fullerton College, where he caught a total of 88 passes for 1,201 yards and 14 touchdowns in his two seasons at the school. In 2008, Avery was named to the First-team All-Mission Conference squad. Avery is a native of Anaheim, CA and attended Savanna High School.

The Jacksonville Sharks are members of the Arena Football League (AFL). The ArenaBowl XXIV and back-to-back South Division Champions are presented by Sea Best Seafood and play all home games on Sea Best Field at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Season Tickets for the 2012 season are now available, two tickets as low as $135. To reserve your season tickets or for more information, please call (904) 621-0700. Follow the Sharks on facebook at facebook.com/jaxsharks and on Twitter @jaxsharks, as well as the Attack Dance Team at facebook.com/sharkattackdance.



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