ROCKFORD ATHLETICS I HOME OF THE RAMS

The Rockford Rams Boys Tennis Team closed out their 2025 season in unforgettable fashion, competing on the biggest stage, the Division 1 State Finals at the Midland Tennis Center. But this year, the Rams didn’t come to simply participate. They came to prove they belong among Michigan’s elite. From the first serve of the season to the final point in Midland, the Rams showed heart, grit, and a belief in each other that never wavered. Their mission was clear, qualify for the state tournament and finish inside the top 10 in Division 1. It’s one of the toughest goals in Michigan high school tennis, and this group didn’t just meet that mark, they shattered program history. The Rams finished 7th in the state with 10 total points, the highest finish and most points ever recorded by the Rockford Boys Tennis program. Every flight made it at least to the round of 16, with standout performances at every level. At 1 Singles, senior Elijah Johnson earned a thrilling win over Bloomfield Hills’ Connor Shaya, battling through a gritty 7-5 third set to advance. At 3 Singles, junior Alex Moore outlasted Detroit Catholic Central’s Zac Mentzer in a dramatic 10-8 third set tiebreak. In doubles play, the Rams were exceptional. The 1 Doubles team of seniors Quinn Geshel and Sam Martin advanced all the way to the state semifinals to help the Rams qualify for day two of state competition, falling only to the #1 seed Brother Rice. Along the way, they notched big-time wins over top teams from Novi and Okemos. At 2 Doubles, Jayden Fudge and Joey Misiak powered their way into the quarterfinals with dominant play, while the 4 Doubles duo of seniors Trae Storms and Carter Drolema added another key win against Rochester in the first match of the day. Every match, every point, and every rally added up to something much bigger than tennis, a moment in program history that will be remembered for years to come. Season Highlights Overall Record: 15-4 12 matches against Top-10 ranked teams in their respective divisions OK Red Conference Champions Regional Champions State Finals Qualifiers 7th Place Finish in Division 1 (Best in Program History) 10 State Points (Most in Program History) 1 Doubles (Geshel/Martin) – State Semifinalists All-Conference Honors: Elijah Johnson Easton Wurm Quinn Geshel Sam Martin Honorable Mention: Alex Moore Joey Misiak Jayden Fudge Academic All-State Team: Non-weighted GPA: 3.8 Weighted GPA: 3.98 The Rams proved they’re champions both on and off the court. Honoring the Seniors As this remarkable season comes to a close, it’s only fitting to honor the eight seniors whose leadership, passion, and perseverance have elevated the program to new heights: Elijah Johnson (1 Singles), Easton Wurm (2 Singles), Sam Martin (1 Doubles), Quinn Geshel (1 Doubles), Joey Misiak (2 Doubles), Trae Storms (4 Doubles), Carter Drolema (4 Doubles), and Liam Storms (5 Doubles). These seniors have been the heartbeat of Rockford Tennis. They’ve set the standard, blazed new trails, and shown younger players what it means to compete with integrity, focus, and heart. They’ve battled adversity, celebrated triumphs, and left the program stronger than ever. Their legacy isn’t just in the record books, it’s in the culture they helped create. This 2025 Rockford Rams team will be remembered not just for what they achieved, but for how they achieved it. They played for each other, for their school, and for “Rams Nation.” They didn’t just make history, they built the foundation for the future of Rockford Tennis. Go Rams!