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Jordan Lupoi
Hometown: Seattle Your husband’s name: Tosh Lupoi His position: Co-defensive coordinator and outside linebackers coach How we met: Tosh was working at the University of Washington in Seattle. My younger brother was playing on the team at the time and introduced us. We got married July 3 of this year. Other family members: Kato, an Italian mastiff. What I do: I enjoy running and anything active. I love being outdoors and spending time with friends and family. I work part time at Mobley and Sons and Canterbury Clothiers; it’s fun to interact with people I meet there. What’s the best thing about being married to a football coach? I really enjoy meeting all the different people, including the players and recruits and their families. I love seeing my husband be so passionate about what he does. What’s the hardest thing about being married to a football coach? The unconventional schedule and not seeing very much of him. Time off is rare. What’s the most exciting, funniest or most harrowing experience you’ve had as a football coach’s wife? The most exciting thing was winning the national championship this past year. That’s been a career goal for my husband, and it was great to see it fulfilled. What’s something most people don’t know about you? My dad was a college football coach. I grew up in that world.
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