Ray played in the West Jones-Wayne County rivalry his sophomore, junior, and senior years. He started for the Mustangs as a freshman. In 2003, Ray recorded 10 tackles and a fumble recovery to secure a win over the War Eagles. He also compiled the most all-purpose yards in the Rivalry for the Mustangs, generating over 500 yards. Ray went on to play football and baseball at JCJC and later played Division 1 baseball at Alabama State. In 2009, he returned to his alma mater as a football and baseball coach.