Justin Carlson Class: RS Senior Hometown: Gurnee, Ill. High School: Warren Township Weight: 174

2008-09: Competed in nine matches as a sophomore ... wrestled in both the 174 and 184 weight classes ... finished the season with a 0-9 mark.

2007-08 (Redshirt): Earned five of his six wins by fall, three of which came in the first period... placed third at the Duhawk Open after going 3-1 with all wins by pin... won three matches to finish fourth at the `Flash' Flanagan Open.

High School: Qualified for the IHSA State Championships three times, tying a school record... as a senior, placed sixth in the IHSA State Championships... finished third in Freshman/Sophomore State Championships during his freshman year... won the conference championship at 171-pounds during his senior campaign... captained his 2006-07 team to perfect 21-0 record and conference championship... garnered three consecutive third-place finishes at sectionals from his sophomore to senior years... placed first at regionals as a sophomore and junior... received the Coach Campbell Wrestler of the Year Award in final season... finished with a career record of 125-36.

Personal: Son of Jay and Paula Carlson... born June 30, 1989... sister Christine Carlson is a 2006 NIU graduate... plans to major in business.