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Men’s Hoops Announces Addition of Joseph Battle, Former Mr. Basketball for State of South Carolina

Appalachian State University men’s basketball and head coach Jim Fox announced the addition of transfer guard Joseph Battle to the program on Monday.

Battle, a 6-foot, three-inch guard was a heralded player coming out of the state of South Carolina as a 2015-16 Gatorade Men’s Basketball Player of the Year, as well as, Mr. Basketball for the state of South Carolina.

“We are excited to add someone of Joseph’s caliber to our program. Even though he will sit out next season from competition, Joseph will make an immediate impact to our team with his competitive nature and desire to improve himself and others around him.