The Port Jefferson School District is proud to announce the appointment of Craig Perrino as the new head coach of the Port Jefferson Royals varsity football program.

Coach Perrino is no stranger to the Royals community. He previously served as a varsity assistant coach during the 2025 season, where he quickly made an impact through his leadership, football knowledge, and commitment to student-athletes. Before joining Port Jefferson, Coach Perrino brought his passion for the game to Smithtown West, serving as a varsity assistant football coach.

In addition to football, Coach Perrino has demonstrated a strong dedication to athletic development across multiple sports. His coaching experience includes girls' flag football, wrestling, and baseball, reflecting his belief in developing well-rounded student-athletes and fostering teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Beyond the field, Coach Perrino is a dedicated health and physical education teacher at Port Jefferson Middle School/High School. In this role, he continues to positively influence students by promoting healthy lifestyles, character development, and academic success.

Coach Perrino’s athletic background includes a distinguished collegiate playing career at Plymouth State University, where he was a three-year starting offensive lineman. He played a key role in leading his team to a Conference Championship in 2017. His leadership and dedication were recognized at the collegiate level when he earned the prestigious Wharton Award in 2019 and was elected to the university’s Leadership Council the same year.

With a strong foundation of leadership, coaching experience, and Royal pride, Coach Perrino is poised to lead the varsity football program into an exciting new chapter. The Port Jefferson School District looks forward to the continued growth and success of Port Jefferson Football under his direction.

Date Added: 2/12/2026