| Jason LaMotta |
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Talented veteran who returns to roster after taking a year off ... Carolina's likely starter at 149 lbs.
As a Sophomore (1996-97) - An NCAA qualifier at 134 lbs. ... Won his opening match at the NCAA Championships before bowing out ... Had an overall record of 20-12 ... Was 8-6 in dual meets ... Took third place honors at the ACC Tournament ... Finished third in both the East Stroudsburg and Carolina Opens ... Wrestled twice for UNC at the National Duals ... Won two matches by fall ... Was not pinned.
As a Freshman (1995-96) - Qualified for the NCAA Tournament at 126 lbs. after taking second place at the ACC Tournament ... Posted a 22-15 record with an 11-6 mark in dual meets ... Won four matches by fall and was not pinned ... Took second place at the Carolina Open and was eighth at the Midlands Open at 126.
Prep - Compiled a 130-10 record during four years of prep competition ... Advanced to the state championship match in each of his final three seasons ... Won the state title as a junior ... Two-time runner-up at states.
Off the Mat - Jason W. LaMotta is the son of Jake and Brenda LaMotta ... Enjoys sports and outdoor activities ... Major is communication studies with plans to go into sales or business
LaMotta's Career Record
| Year | Overall | Dual | Falls |
| 1995-96 | 22-15 | 11-6 | 4 |
| 1996-97 | 20-12 | 8-6 | 2 |
| Totals | 42-27 | 19-12 | 6 |
