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CANFIELD
Coach: Dean Conley2004-05 record: 9-10Who's back: Senior lettermen: District qualifier Nick Rouser, 275-pound; Damon Buente, 189; Justin Wolf, 160; Brennan Spaulding, 152; Kyle Kunkle, 145; Bryan Benedict, 140; district qualifier Matt Narducci, 135; Robert Dechurch 130, Mark Amendolara, 130 and Danny Vivacqua, 125. Other lettermen returning are Adam Bannon, Brad Benedict, Ryan Hendrickson and Nick Rowland.Who's new: Ryan Ivany, Craig Ansevin, Dan Wright, Dan Grey, Cody Hartman and Aron Brenner.Outlook: The Cardinals hope to rebound after last year's first losing season in seven years, with the largest team in school history.
GIRARD
Coach: Jim Cadiero (15th season)Who's back: Seniors: Pat Rozzo, 145 pounds; Dom Martin, 145; Mike Nitesky, 152; Josh Alexander, 160; Nick Coggins, 171; Ben Belcik, 171-189; Paul Perry, 189; Bob Randall, 215; Nick Walter, 275. Juniors: Kevin Walsh, 140; Cory Meffan, 119.Who's new: Senior: Joe Fiorenza, 140. Juniors: Joe Popio, 125; Justin Fentress 189. Freshmen: Tony Cardiero, 130; Steve Williams, 125; Dan Gainey, 112; Nate Frye, 119; Chris Garland, 171.Outlook: The Indians will have strong leadership and experience with 10 seniors returning, with talented newcomers in every weight class.
HOWLAND
Coach: Brian Earich (7th season 54-22-1)2004-05 record: 11-3Who's gone: Rob Holbert, Alex WallWho's back: Seniors: Zac Agate, 171 pounds; Vince Crumb, 145; Kyle Gantz, 215 state qualifier; Jake Kakavros, 140; Mike Pennick, 160; Steve Wall, 119 state qualifier: Juniors: Mike Kreatsoulas, 189; Cody Leek, 135; Zach McManus, 152; Matt Toro, 275; John Wagner, 215; Sophomores: Brad Battison, 103; Cory Bowers, 119; Joe Greech, 160; Devin Hunter, 125; Trey Jones, 145; Reese Mowery, 275; Adam Rubesich, 145; Tyler Rubesich, 119; Greg Ryan 130 and Mazen Shehabi, 171.Outlook: The Tigers finished second at the Division II sectional last year and will attempt to reload with 13 lettermen back, including state runner-up Kyle Gantz, 215 and state qualifier Steve Wall.
LIBERTY
Coach: Jim Hideg (13th season)2004-05 record: 3-7Who's back: Steve Ramsey, 112-pound soph.; district qualifier Zack Martin, 119, soph., 20-match winner; Dominic DeMarco, 125 jr.; Khalid Elwanni, 130 jr.; Jared Hideg, 135 sr.; Jon Krause, 140 jr.; Robbi Webber, 152 jr., 20-match winner; Tod Rogers, 161 sr., 20-match winner; Sal Esposito, 152 soph.; Chris Onwudine, 215 jr. and Roger Gillium, 275 sr.Who's new: Tony Pozzuto, 103, soph.Outlook: Leopards have a lot of experience throughout the lineup, with three returning sectional place winners in Martin, Webber and Rogers.
SOUTH RANGE
Coach: Mitch Moore (2nd season)2004-05 record: 10-4Who's gone: Levi Hively, who led the team with a 32-7 record, takedowns and pins.Who's back: Seniors: Steve Book, 171; Chad Will, 215; Robert Bensinger, 145 and Nathan Daughter, 140. Juniors: Codey Deal, 112; Tommy Shives, 160; Matt Baird, heavyweight. Sophomores: Nick Scheetz, Brennan Witmer, 119; Andrew Patach, 135; Chris Gaston, 130 and Scott Mentzer, 171.Who's new: Junior Billy Bowden, 189. Freshmen: Beau Bowden, 152; Jared miller, 103; David Huffman, 130; Jeremy Heck, 171 and Joey DeRose, 140.Outlook: After its first winning record in the Raiders' four-year history, South Range has a tougher schedule and staying about .500 will be a challenge. Weight classes 112 through 145 will be the team's strength.
BROOKFIELD
Coach: Scott Thompson (3rd season, 29-3)2004-05 record: 14-2Who's back: Seniors: Justin Miller, 130; Lonnie Kolat, 160; Josh Matthew, 171 and Ryan Baum, 189. Juniors: Tristan Thompson, 119; Brad Harnett, 135; and Ross Tice, 152Who's new: Aaron Prezgay, 189 sr.; Mike Bender, 140 soph.; Dan Miller, 112 fr. and Cody Thompson, 112 fr.Outlook: The Brookfield coaching staff is excited about the season with one of the best teams in its history returning and they are looking for big things.
HUBBARD
Coach: Brian Vaupel (7th season, 36-30)2004-05 record: 6-8Who's gone: Brandon Rydarowicz, Adam GrabanWho's back: Juniors: Miles Williams, 112-pounds; D.J. Dripps, 125; Rob Heffner, 135; Chris Anderson, 189; senior: Cory Liston, 160; sophomores: Adam Mierzwa, 140; Mark Hopkinson, 152.Who's new: Freshmen: Sean Perry, 103; Louis Greco, 130; Kevin Kelley, 145; Rob Lias, 171; Kevin Fusselmon, 275.Outlook: The Eagles have a young, enthusiastic, hard working team that is eager to learn more about wrestling, but must stay healthy to be successful.
WEST BRANCH
Coach: Mike Helm (8th season, 62-24)2004-05 record: 14-0, 7-0 NBC, 4-0 Division II EOWLWho's gone: Scott Early, Brad Learn, Greg Miller, Eric Morrow, Chris RobbinsWho's back: Seniors: Andy Lamancusa, 140, 3rd place at state; Zach Miller, 112, district qualifier; juniors: Elliott, 103, district qualifier, Nick Hoopes, 125; Alex Austin, 130; Jon Karlen, 140, district qualifier, Jeff Karlen, 160, district qualifier; Josh Learn, 152, district qualifier; Josh Marshall, 119.Who's new: Senior: Jim Boals, 275; juniors: Clay Criss, 119; Mike Gans, 152; Corey King, 130; Jon O'Neil, 145; Logan O'Neil, 152; Chuck Schehl, 140; sophomores: Tyler Bates, 125; Lance Hupp, 125; Bernie Wallace, 103; Steven Wutrick, 125.Outlook: The Warriors have state, district qualifiers back and with experience and depth they hope it brings about another successful season.
Vindicator staff reports