Now, Ivory is trying to add that threat to his arsenal. It really makes a difference when you know you have control of the ball and you can be that more confident to get to the hole and get your shot off. Ivory's early season statistics show that he has stepped up offensively and is becoming a legitimate concern for Big Ten opponents. Marathon coach Glenn Sergent said Ivory will have to crash the boards for the Lions to be successful. He's got to get in there and battle.
Ivory agrees with the veteran coach's assessment.
Ivory sounds ready for the challenge.