Perry Baker’s Parents

Last Modified Jul 30, 2024 15:29 GMT
Perry Baker’s Parents
Perry Baker (Source: Getty)

Perry Baker, born on June 29, 1986, is an American rugby player who will be representing the USA for the third time in the Paris Olympics 2024. Baker went to Fairmount State University where he played collegiate football as a wide receiver and later pursued his dream of playing in the NFL. He went undrafted but was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as a prospect in 2011. However, his NFL journey was cut short after he sustained a torn meniscus and was eventually cut from the Eagles roster.

Baker spent the next two years with the Pittsburgh Power of the Arena Football League before transitioning to rugby in 2013. He spent a year at the Tiger Rugby Academy where he learned the intricacies of the sport. Baker made his World Rugby Sevens Series debut in 2014 and already earned his name in the World Rugby's Rookie of the Year shortlist following the 2014-15 campaign.

Baker was a member of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics and Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He was named World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year in 2017 and 2018. Fast forward to 2024, the three-time Olympian athlete announced his retirement following the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Who are Perry Baker's Parents?

Perry Baker's parents are Dallas Baker and Lolita McGraw.

Who is Perry Baker's Mother?

Lolita McGraw is the mother of Perry Baker. No details about her personal or professional life are available in the public domain.

Who is Perry Baker's Father?

Dallas Baker is the father of Perry Baker. No details about his personal or professional life are available in the public domain.

Perry Baker's Rugby Career

YearAchievement
2017World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year
2018World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year
2022Won Gold medal at the European Cup open and bronze at the Pan America Oceania Championships

FAQ's On Perry Baker’s Parents

A. Perry Baker made his Olympic debut in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

A. Perry Baker is a two-time winner of the World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year.

A. Dallas Baker and Lolita McGraw are the parents of Perry Baker.

A. Perry Baker was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles but a torn meniscus in his knee cut short his NFL career.

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