Background
Ivory was born in Fort Valley, Georgia, where he attended Peach County High School.
Ivory was born in Fort Valley, Georgia, where he attended Peach County High School.
Furman University.
He played for Furman. Ivory grew up 140 miles from Division I-Associate of Arts (now known as Division I FCS) powerhouse Georgia Southern, which did not recruit him. He instead attended rival Furman University.
In 2000, Ivory recorded 2,079 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on 286 carries.
In his senior year, Ivory rushed for 1,719 yards and 19 touchdowns on 289 carries.