Former Illini and NCAA champion Carl Perry is beginning his seventh year as a member of the Illinois wrestling staff. Perry, who was a four-year varsity starter for the Illini from 1996-2000, returned to his alma mater after one season as head coach at Yorkville High School. Perry, a 2000 NCAA champion at 141 pounds, wrapped up his career as a two-time All-American and a two-time team captain. As a four-time NCAA qualifier, he consistently ranked among the top 10 at 141 pounds nationwide. Perry earned his bachelor's degree in applied life studies in May 2001 with an emphasis in sport management. He and his wife, Jamie, have a daughter, Breanna, and a son, Bryce. The family resides in Champaign. |
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