By Tom Nader

Publisher and Editor

THE TEAM

Head Coach: Mark Skonieczny, 3rd year.

Coaching Staff: Craig Wise, Mike Fagan, Michael Fagan, Liam Fagan, Cody Cheatham, Seth Hayes.

2024-25 Record: 6-3 overall, 5-1 Metro Athletic Conference, 3rd at MAC Tournament.

Returning Lettermen (10): Anthony Singular, sr.; Cameron Rogowski, sr.; Johnny Bollinger, jr.; Jarreau Walker, jr.; Jerry Benci, jr.; Jonathon Smith, jr.; Aiden Ward, jr.; Jayden Kittle, jr.; Brayden Kittle, soph.; Everette McDole, soph.

Lettermen Lost (6): Cohen Klimak, Matt Klimak, Justin Wargo, Jayce Fedor, Jeremy Taylor, Trace Herman.

League: Metro Athletic Conference.

TEAM OUTLOOK

There is lineup balance for the Rockets this season, with many returning lettermen and upperclassmen paired with a strong freshmen class that includes 15 wrestlers.

WE HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SEASON IF…

“If our young team gains experience at the high-school level. We have many experienced wrestlers, with upperclassmen leading the way.”

LIGHTWEIGHTS

(106-132 POUNDS)

The Rockets feature the returning 106-pound Division II state champion in junior Jarreau “RoRo” Walker.

In two season’s the wrestling phenom has posted a sparkling 74-1 record, using strength, speed and a funky style to dominate opponents.

At the state championships last year, Walker had three major decisions and a tech fall, with the last of his major decisions coming in his 11-3 win over Jonathan Alder’s Race Watson in the championship final.

Junior Johnny Bollinger is a very solid returning letterman, as is Brayden Kittle, who also wrestles with a funky style.

Another sophomore, Everett McDole, will push into the lineup, while talented freshmen Colin Scalia and Jacob Bodovetz are prepared to make an immediate impact.

MIDDLEWEIGHTS

(138-165 POUNDS)

Senior Cam Rogowski is the anchor here, looking to close out a nice high-school career.

“Cam is a hard worker, a great wrestler and a team leader,” head coach Mark Skonieczny said.

Senior Jonathon Smith is also an impact wrestler, then a group of freshmen are challenging to get into the lineup.

The trio of Nolyn Dufala, Nick Maynard and Lucian Mazzacco have entered the room noticeably.

“Nolyn is a talented wrestler and Lucian is a bull of a freshman.”

UPPERWEIGHTS

(175-HEAVYWEIGHT)

The group is spotlighted by Avery Conroy, Ayden Knuebel and Jaxson Fedor.

Conroy is described by Skonieczny as a “talented freshman, who will do great things for Streetsboro wrestling.”

Conroy was an OAC state-placer last year.

Knuebel is a multi-sport athlete, who is “embracing the grind.”

WHAT MAKES THIS TEAM SPECIAL?

“We have a blend of upperclassmen, with a very talented freshmen class that has experience. The team is hard working and tough.”

TEAM MOTTO

“The more you sweat in practice, the less you bleed in battle.”

TEAM CAPTAINS

Cam Rogowski, sr.; Jonathon Smith, sr.; Ayden Knuebel, sr.

CAUSE FOR CONCERN

“We have 15 freshmen who are new to the team.”