ABOUT
Continuing the legacy of successful GHS athletes who've chosen to remain in Girard and contribute to our sports programs, he has truly excelled. His commitment has been commendable. During his time at Girard, he engaged in two sports, earning two letters in football and making a significant mark as a wrestler, amassing four letters in the process. He was celebrated as one of the standout wrestlers in both Trumbull and Mahoning County, recognized through his three-time selection to the All-County 1st Team. Since 1991, he has served as the head coach of wrestling in Girard, a position he has held for an impressive two decades, consistently achieving remarkable successes year after year. His leadership has guided 16 of Girard's 20 state qualifiers, resulting in numerous league titles and team tournament victories. Most notably, he recently led Girard's wrestling team to a historic achievement, coaching them to their first-ever sectional championship in 2010.
accomplishments
- Excelled in two sports during his time at Girard High School, leaving a lasting impact in football and wrestling.
- Earned two letters in football, showcasing his dedication and contributions to the team on the gridiron.
- Emerged as a standout wrestler, accumulating an impressive four letters in the sport.
- Gained recognition as one of the premier wrestlers in both Trumbull and Mahoning County, attesting to his exceptional skills and achievements on the mat.
- Achieved the notable honor of being selected three times to the All-County 1st Team, underscoring his consistent excellence in wrestling.
- Demonstrated his commitment to Girard's athletic programs by assuming the role of head coach for wrestling since 1991.
- Led the wrestling team with remarkable dedication for over two decades, steering the program to numerous successes and accomplishments.
- Guided 16 of Girard's wrestlers to state qualifications, a testament to his expertise in coaching and his ability to develop top-tier talent.
- Fostered a culture of success within the wrestling program, resulting in multiple league titles and victories in team tournaments.
- Achieved a historic milestone by coaching Girard's wrestling team to their first-ever sectional championship in 2010, marking a significant achievement for the program.
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