BEFORE UNCP: Played two seasons at Rochester Community and Technical College … Played in eight games as a sophomore , rushing 64 times for 246 yards (3.8 avg.) and four touchdowns … Also caught two passes for five yards … Played in seven games as a freshman in 2008, rushing 35 times for 140 yards (4.0 avg.) and hauling in one catch for three yards.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped at Vance High School for coach Jeff Simpson … Helped Cougars rattle off a cumulative 16-7 record over his final two seasons, including two state playoff berths … Was also a standout track and field athlete for Vance.

PERSONAL: The son of Pamela Perry and Curtis Perry was born on March 24, 1989 … Younger brother, Jason, is a wide receiver for the Braves … Has another younger brother, Preston, who is a quarterback for UNCP … Enrolled in pre-major studies at UNCP.