A four-time NCAA qualifier, Bond wrestled for the Fighting Illini from 2007-10. He competed at 197 pounds and placed fifth or higher in the Big 10 tournament all four years. He was also ranked in the top-20 in the nation throughout his time at Illinois.
Bond will take over the role left by assistant coach Josh Lambrecht who resigned following the 2010-11 season to pursue other opportunities. Bond will assist with practice planning, recruiting and be able to work with individuals in the wrestling room.
"Patrick is going to be a great addition to our staff," stated Eslinger. "He has big shoes to fill in replacing Coach Lambrecht but he brings a ton of energy and enthusiasm. He is excited about the opportunity and I am anxious for him to get started working with our guys."
A native of Chesapeake, Va., Bond graduated from Illinois in 2010 with a degree in Sports Management. He was a four-time state champion during his prep career, as well as a two-time national freestyle champion.
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