MEET THE COACHES!


Mariah "Slim" Igus
Head Coach (6U)
Big heart. Big hustle. Big impact.
Introducing one of the freshest and fiercest new faces to the squad--Coach Mariah, better known as Coach Slim--making her debut season with the Wolverines as the fearless leader of our 6U team! 
With a natural gift for connecting with young athletes, Coach Slim brings unmatched energy, motivation, and inspiration every time she steps on the field. Her passion, patience, and positivity create the perfect environment for these future stars to fall in love with the game from Day 1. 
A true competitor at heart, Coach Slim brings serious credentials to the table: 17 years of basketball experience, multiple MVP awards, College Player of the Year honors, 3 years of football experience, including time playing flag football, and 2 years coaching basketball and now taking that leadership to the gridiron. 
Coach Slim isn't just here to teach--she's here to build confidence, character, and champions. Her drive and dedication to the youth runs deep, and as a first-year Wolverine, she's bringing fresh fire and a no-nonsense mindset to the youngest ballers in the program. 
New name. Same mission. Coach Slim is here to lead, inspire, and leave a mark. 
Wolverine Nation--get ready. 6U just got real!

DL Williams
Head Coach (8U)
Coach DL Williams brings passion, experience, and purpose to the 8U Wolverines. He is a loving husband, devoted father, and most of all, a follower of Christ. A former defensive player at Alabama State University, Coach Williams began playing football at age six, and has loved the game ever since.
For his family, football is more than a game--it's a family legacy. Following in his footsteps, his oldest son was drafted into the NFL and now coaches at the collegiate level, while his two younger sons are actively pursuing their own passion for playing the game. 
Coach Williams brings coaching experience as a former middle school head coach in Atlanta, GA, and as a former volunteer head coach for youth flag football. 
And while passionate about the game, he is even more passionate about mentoring youth men. His mission goes beyond the scoreboard, as he is committed to shaping boys into young men marked by hard work, discipline, dedication, responsibility, and resilience. Under his leadership, the 8U Wolverines are not just being shaped and prepared for the field--but for life.

Antwoin "Ace" Wright 
Head Coach (11U) 
Big energy. Bigger Goals. Business Only. 
Coming into his third season as Head Coach, Antwoin "Ace" Wright--known throughout the league as Coach Ace--is back and locked in with one thing on his mind: finishing the mission. After leading his squad to back-to-back playoff runs, just shy of the crown, Coach Ace is ready to take it all the way in 2025. 
A true student of the game, Coach Ace has deep roots in youth sports with 2 years of assistant coaching experience under his belt with both the Virginia Beach Mustangs and Virginia Beach Hurricanes. He's also sharpened his skills beyond football--bringing 5 years of basketball experience and 1 year coaching track, giving him a multi-sport mindset and a unique edge in speed, agility, and discipline training.
But what sets Coach Ace apart is more than just his resume--it's his grind, vision, and his commitment to building something bigger than the game. He's not just developing athletes--he's building leaders, building character, and building relationships across leagues, working with other programs to uplift the youth sports community as a whole. 
Whether it's on the field, the court, or the track, Coach Ace brings unmatched passion, high standards, and a culture of accountability and heart. His teams don't just show up--they show out. 
This ain't just another season. This is the takeover.
Coach Ace is standing on business--and he's bringing the squad with him.

Chad Whidden
Defensive Coordinator (11U)
Big Vision. Bigger Values.
From stepping up to coach during the post-COVID chaos to now steering the entire organization, Coach Chad has been all heart, all hustle, and all-in since day one. A relentless force in the Chesapeake Wolverines since 2021, he proudly took on the role of President in January 2025—and he's still on the grind, now serving as the Defensive Coordinator for the 11U squad, where he brings fire, focus, and fundamentals to the next generation of ballers.
Coach Chad isn’t just about building better athletes—he’s about building better people. Specializing in kickers, punters, and safeties, his coaching style is grounded in discipline, character, and heart. He teaches his players to respect their parents, embrace hard work, and carry themselves with integrity on and off the field. Football is the vehicle—life lessons are the destination.
 Proud Dad, All Around: For Coach Chad, football is family—literally. He’s the proud father of two sons who aged out of the league after years of suiting up as Wolverines, a daughter who now plays football on the 10u Squad, and another daughter who serves as a Junior Coach for the 10U team. Leadership, legacy, and love for the game run deep in the household.
Fun Fact: Before his time on the youth gridiron, Chad served in the U.S. Navy from 2002 to 2012, captaining and coaching Navy’s soccer and flag football teams to multiple championships. His leadership was forged in service—and now fuels every snap, drill, and game-day decision.
 Veteran mindset. Football fire. Leader for life.
Coach Chad is here to lead, inspire, and keep raising the standard for what it means to be a Wolverine

Robert Perry Jr.
Head Coach (13U)
 Strategic Mind. Steady Leader. Built for the Grind.
From flag football fields to the heart of Wolverine Nation, Coach Rob’s journey has been all about dedication, growth, and giving back to the game he loves. With roots in playing both middle and high school football, Coach Rob first stepped into a coaching role in 2015—and he’s never looked back. What started as coaching T-ball quickly turned into nearly a decade of flag football leadership with Chesapeake Parks and Rec. In 2023, he brought that experience, energy, and strategic fire to the Chesapeake Wolverines, where he now leads the charge as Head Coach of the 13U squad.
Coach Rob is a student of the game and a teacher at heart. His coaching style is grounded in preparation, purpose, and progress. He believes in using real-game scenarios and high-rep drills to build confidence, sharpen instincts, and develop each player’s individual strengths—while putting in the work to level up where it counts. For Coach Rob, it’s not just about talent—it’s about transformation.
Wolverine Leadership Runs Deep: In 2024, Coach Rob stepped up as Football Commissioner of the league, and in January 2025, he took on the role of Vice President-Football of the Chesapeake Wolverines. For him, it's not just a title—it’s a mission to help young athletes grow on and off the field.
 “I believe in progress. If I can encourage my players to work with me, trust the process, and keep getting better—I’ve done my job as a coach.”
Fun Fact: Off the field, Coach Rob and his son are an unbeatable team behind the controller—they’re avid gamers who love to compete and connect. And one day? You’ll find him skydiving off his bucket list with the same bold energy he brings to the field.
 Committed to the grind. Focused on the future. Coaching with purpose.
Coach Rob is here to build champions, sharpen minds, and lead Wolverine Nation with heart.