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Coach Bono

See more on the coach's web site at http://www.chrisbono.com.

Chris Bono brings a wealth of experience to his current post as the MOCS head coach.

Personal Details and Career Highlights:

  • Born: February 13, 1974, Philadelphia, PA
  • High School: The Bolles School, Jacksonville, Florida
  • College: Iowa State University
  • Degree: BS, Exercise sport and science, 1997
  • 2005: Assistant wrestling coach, University of Tennessee- Chattanooga
  • 2006: Head wrestling coach, University of Tennessee- Chattanooga
  • Resides: Ringgold, GA
  • Wife's Name: Niki
  • Children: Josie (born December 3, 2000), Ellie (born June 6, 2003)
  • Enjoys: running with his dog Rico

  • Stats: 5 foot 3 inches, freestyle 145/152 pounds, 66/69 kg
  • Wrestling Club Affiliation: Sunkist Kids
  • 1987, 1989: 4th place finish in Florida state championships
  • 1990-92: 3-time Florida state high school champion
  • 1996-98: 3-time Outstanding Wrestler, University Nationals
  • 1996: NCAA Champion, 150 pounds
  • 4-year Iowa State letter winner, 3-time All-American, 3rd on all-time career wins list
  • 1997, 1999: 2-time Outstanding Wrestler, Sunkist Kids International Open
  • 1997-2005: Assistant wrestling coach, Iowa State University under Bobby Douglas
  • 2003, 2005, 2006: US Freestyle National Champion
  • 2001, 2002, 2005: World Freestyle Team member
  • Years on Team USA: 5
  • Numerous national and international victories (click here for a detailed account)
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    UTC Wrestling, 441 McKenzie Arena Dept 3503,
    615 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403
    office (423) 425-4287 - cell (423) 505-1017 - Email: christopher-bono@utc.edu