OHIO CITY, OH - On Tuesday, May 12, Saint Ignatius High School celebrated 23 student-athletes who officially committed to continue their academic and athletic careers. Our signees will represent the Blue and Gold in Division I, Division II, Division III, Service Academies, and NAIA across 18 colleges and universities.
The rugby program has the most commitments, with seven, and lacrosse follows suit with five.
These 23 student-athletes have made their mark on the Saint Ignatius campus and will look to become integral pieces at the next level.
Charlie Banaszak - The Ohio State University (Rugby)
Charlie Banaszak is one of five Wildcats continuing his academic and rugby career at The Ohio State University.
Banaszak has a decorated rugby career. In his junior season, he played a vital role in the Wildcats 20-17 win in the National Championship against Herriman (UT).
After a 45-21 win over St. Edward in the Rugby Ohio State Championship, Banaszak would be named to the U18 Eagles for Team USA. During the summer of 2025, Banaszak earned experience playing in South America.
The physicality Banaszak brings to a rugby pitch is what separates him from the rest of the pack, and that characteristic was shaped through his time with the Wildcat Hockey program.
In the winter, Banaszak was a member of the Hockey Cats and, in two years on varsity, made the OHSAA State Championship in back-to-back years as a defenseman.
Before heading to Columbus this fall, Banaszak will look to defend a National Title for the Wildcats in Elkhart, Indiana, and lead the Cats to a ninth consecutive Rugby Ohio State Championship. The Buckeyes Rugby Club is a top 25 program in the country for Division I rugby, and Banaszak looks to make an impact right away.
Callaway Connelly - Baldwin Wallace University (Lacrosse)
Coming into the 2026 season, there were questions in net after the graduation of Freddy Webster. Senior Callaway Connelly stepped up, becoming the starter in between the pipes for the Wildcats.
In his senior season, Connelly earned honorable mention from the Midwest Scholastic Association for his efforts as a goalie.
Throughout the 2026 season. Connelly has been phenomenal for the Wildcats. At the end of the regular season, in 18 games played, Connelly made 120 saves, stopping 50% of the shots on net that he faced.
Making it an average of seven saves per game gives the Wildcats offense opportunities to win games.
In the offseason, Connelly would play alongside the Ohio Black Resolute to prepare for the Wildcats' season.
Connelly and company will look to make a deep playoff run for the Wildcats in May. In the fall, Connelly will continue his academic and lacrosse career at Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, a Division III program that competes in the Ohio Athletic Conference. The Yellow Jackets are consistently playing for a conference championship.
Thomas Cummings - The Ohio State University (Rugby)
Saint Ignatius Rugby has become one of the most prestigious programs in the country, and earning a starting position is a testament to hard work and dedication, with just 15 spots available on the pitch.
Thomas Cummings is a perfect example of progressing every season with the Wildcats and making the most of his opportunities.
Cummings is a two-year Varsity Gold member, being a part of a National Championship and multiple State Championships.
In the fall for Rugby 7s, Cummings earned Most Valuable Player honors, setting the stage for a great senior season.
In the Spring of 2026, Cummings would be a part of the French International trip, gaining experience against Union Bordeaux Begles and RC Saudrune. The senior would play a major role in the Wildcats 45-0 win over RC Saudrune in Toulouse, France.
Heading down the stretch, Cummings will be a key piece for the Wildcat National Champion run.
He will continue his academic and rugby career at The Ohio State University. Joining multiple former Wildcats on the Rugby pitch in Columbus, Ohio.
Dylan Dykstra - Elmhurst University (Lacrosse)
The Wildcat Face Off Specialist for the 2026 season will be continuing his academic and lacrosse career at Elmhurst University.
Dylan Dykstra has turned into a top FOS in Ohio. After playing alongside Wildcat record holder Jacob Roubic, Dykstra has made the position his own this season for Saint Ignatius.
In his career, the senior has taken over 2,500 faceoffs, making him a seasoned vet going into the 2026 OHSAA Tournament.
In 18 games this season, Dykstra has taken 297 face-offs, winning 56% of his face-offs, earning extra possessions for the Wildcat Attack.
On the possession side of the game, Dykstra has collected 77 ground balls, taking great care of the ball with just a handful of turnovers in the regular season.
In the fall, Dykstra will head to Illinois to join the Blue Jays. A program that plays out of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. Elmhurst is a Division III program that consistently plays for the CCIW title and competes in the National Tournament.
Before heading to Elmhurst, Dykstra will look to help bring the Wildcats their first State Championship in lacrosse.
William French - Colby College (Lacrosse)
William French has been a three-year member of the varsity lacrosse squad. He has established his name on a high-scoring offense in 2026.
Coming into his senior season, French was named a Team Captain for the Wildcats, after earning experience in 2025, winning a Regional Final, and playing in the OHSAA State Championship game.
French has been part of a four-headed monster on the attack, alongside Colin Roubic, Michael McManamon, and Henry Ferguson. Through 2026, French scored 27 goals, with 55% of his shots being on goal. French has totaled 50 points in his senior season.
One of French's career games came against St. Edward on Senior Night when he scored five goals against the Eagles. He also added two assists in a 15-7 win.
French will now continue his academic and lacrosse career at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. A Division III program that plays out of the New England Small College Athletic Conference.
Before heading to the East Coast, French will look to carry the load offensively for the Wildcats as they head to the OHSAA Tournament.
Nathan Gray - Baldwin Wallace University (Soccer)
A three-year letter winner for the Soccer Cats, Nathan Gray leaves with a decorated resume.
Gray is a two-time State Champion (2023, 2024) and was named Most Valuable Midfielder in 2025.
He finished his senior season earning first-team All-Greater Cleveland honors, as well as Academic All-Ohio honors.
In his senior year for the Blue and Gold, Gray started in 20 games, scoring six goals, six assists, and totaled 18 points in 2025. He logged 834 minutes on the pitch for the Wildcats in a season that ended with another State Championship appearance.
He would be part of a program that finished the season 18-1-2 and ranked in the top five nationally. In his career, Gray scored seven goals, nine assists, and 23 points.
Gray will continue his academic and soccer career for the Yellow Jackets at Baldwin Wallace University. A Division III program that plays out of the Ohio Athletic Conference. Gray will look to make an impact right away, right down the road in Berea.
Mario Grisafo - The Ohio State University (Rugby)
The Ohio State University pipeline continues with Mario Grisafo, who is pursuing his academic and rugby careers with the Buckeyes.
Grisafo has been a four-year member of the Wildcats' rugby program and has played three years in the fall for the 7s program.
Each year, Grisafo has elevated his game, spending time with the Varsity Blue and Varsity Gold levels. He has been a part of multiple State Championship teams.
In his junior year, Grisafo was a reserve for the 2025 National Championship team.
Before moving on to the collegiate level, Grisafo will look to be a part of another State Championship team, along with defending the program's National Championship in Elkart, Indiana.
Grisafo will continue his academic and rugby career at The Ohio State University, a program that has become a pipeline of Wildcat Rugby players. The Buckeyes compete in the BIG10 Conference of D1A College Rugby. Grisafo will be joining a top-25 program that regularly competes for a conference and national title.
Frank Hrabak - College of Wooster (Lacrosse)
A Jim Skerl '74 jersey recipient will be continuing his academic and Lacrosse career at the College of Wooster next fall.
Hrabak gained valuable experience in his junior year as the Wildcats went on to win a Regional Championship and finish as State Championship runner-up.
Hrabak is a nan attackman and midfielder for the Wildcats, and in his senior season has collected three goals in seven shots when given the opportunity.
In the offseason, Hrabak is a member of Cleveland Resolute, working on his game and becoming the best player possible for the Wildcats on the field.
In the fall, Hrabak will head an hour south to join the Fighting Scots at the College of Wooster. They are a Division III program that competes in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
At the end of the regular season, Hrabak and company finished with a 12-6 record. Now, they turn their attention to the OHSAA State Tournament. Before heading to Wooster, Hrabak will look to help the Wildcats earn a State Championship.
Logan Hrabak - Case Western Reserve University (Baseball)
A four-year member of the Saint Ignatius Baseball program, Logan Hrabak will continue his academic and baseball career at Case Western Reserve University.
Hrabak proudly represented the Wildcats throughout his high school career. As a freshman, he posted a 5–0 record with a 0.53 ERA over 26.3 innings, striking out 32 while allowing just 10 hits and holding opponents to a .093 batting average. His season was highlighted by a no-hitter against Stow and a one-hitter against Mayfield.
During his sophomore season on JV, Hrabak recorded a 0.00 ERA, striking out 12 over 6.3 innings without allowing a hit. As a junior, he again posted a 0.00 ERA, compiling a 3–0 record over 12.3 innings pitched on the Varsity Blue team.
Hrabak opened his senior year strong, earning his first varsity win against Upper Arlington in extra innings, and followed it with a second victory against Brunswick, throwing four no-hit innings and striking out seven.
Hrabak looks forward to helping lead the Wildcats on a deep playoff run this season and making an immediate impact on the mound next year for the Case Western Reserve Spartans.
Daniel Jenne - Capital University (Baseball)
Daniel Jenne has made his name a staple in the Wildcat Pitching rotation that has tossed a handful of shutouts through the 2026 season.
Jenne has done most of his work out of the bullpen in his senior year, showcasing his repertoire.
In his senior season, he has appeared in six games in relief this season, allowing just three earned runs and striking out five. He came in relief against a formidable Walsh Jesuit team, blanking the Warriors in two innings of work.
In his junior season with the Wildcats, Jenne would pitch 14 innings, appearing in 11 games. He would finish that season with four saves and had an ERA of 3.00. Jenne would strike out 15 batters in the 2025 season.
As a JV member, Jenne would pitch 29.2 innings, going 8-0 his sophomore year. He would have an ERA of 1.18 and struck out 40. He would throw a Perfect Game against Gilmour Academy.
In his freshman year, Jenne threw his first Perfect Game against Amherst-Steele. Jenne will continue his academic and baseball career at Capital University in Bexley, Ohio.
Matthew Joyce - Ohio Wesleyan University (Football)
A three-year varsity letter winner for the Football Cats will continue his academic and football career at Ohio Wesleyan University.
Matthew Joyce was a part of a receiving corps that had tons of depth in 2025. Joyce would appear in all 11 games his senior year, hauling in 11 passes for 86 yards.
In his junior year with the Wildcats, Joyce earned valuable varsity experience before his senior season with three receptions for 40 yards.
Moving into 2025, Joyce brought senior leadership to the receivers and team. He also served as the team's Eucharistic Minister for the Mass before games.
Joyce was also a standout blocker for the Wildcats, giving him a unique skill set as a receiver and leading the receiving corps in blocks.
Outside of the game, Joyce is fundamental in his training, working on the little things inside T3 Performance Center in Avon.
In the fall, Joyce will lace up the cleats with the Battling Bishops, a Division III program that plays in the North Coast Athletic Conference located just outside Columbus, in Delaware, Ohio.
Quinn Kennedy - Virginia Military Institute (Football)
Wildcat Football runs in the blood of the Kennedy family, and it is no different for Quinn as he heads to VMI to continue his academic and football career.
Quinn is the youngest brother of Connor '18, John '19, and Ryan '23. Like his brothers Connor and Ryan, Quinn was selected as a Team Captain for the Football Cats for his senior season.
Kennedy was a three-year varsity letter winner. Originally, Kennedy was used as a receiver. In his junior season, he would haul in seven receptions for 105 yards.
Coming into his senior season, the Wildcats would use Kennedy as a roaming safety.
Kennedy would be the third-leading tackler on the team with 49. He would lead the team in tackles for a loss with 6.5. He would also add an interception and a fumble recovery in his senior season.
In 2025, Kennedy earned All-District Honorable Mention honors and was named the team's Montserrat Work and Sacrifice Award winner.
Kennedy will head to Lexington in the fall, joining the Keydets, a Division I FCS program that competes out of the Southern Conference.
Alex Mack - Canisius University (Basketball)
One of the most dangerous three-point shooters in program history will be continuing his academic and basketball career at Canisius University.
Alex Mack was a three-year varsity member for the Basketball Cats. He would earn his first varsity points against Walsh Jesuit. Fittingly, he hit two threes in a 76-42 win in his sophomore year.
Mack was a member of the 2024 State Championship squad, which won the first State Title in Basketball since 2001.
Mack finished his high school career with the Wildcats, nailing over 100 threes, and totaled 464 points. Mack's impact was huge in the 2025-26 season. His career-best game came in San Diego when he scored 29 points, going 7-of-14 from three against Francis Parker.
Mack would earn first-team All-District honors from Cleveland.com and was an honorable mention all-state in Ohio.
In the fall, Mack will be joining the Griffins, a Division I program that plays out of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference in Buffalo, New York.
Mack will look to make an impact right away for Canisius as a strong perimeter shooter at the collegiate level.
Matthew McKee - Baldwin Wallace University (Baseball)
Matthew McKee will be continuing his academic and baseball career at Baldwin Wallace University.
In his senior season, McKee has primarily played left field for the Wildcats. He earned experience playing against Florida's best during Spring Break against Cambridge Christian and Tampa Jesuit.
As a junior in his first year on varsity, McKee earned an elevated experience at catcher, rotating with Owen Mikin. McKee would appear in 13 games, collecting a pair of RBIs and three runs.
On Junior Varsity his sophomore year, McKee would have a .316 batting average, collecting 10 RBIs and 11 runs while drawing 5 walks.
In his freshman season, he would have a batting average of .386, and had ten RBIs and 10 runs.
McKee will head to Berea in the fall to join the Yellow Jackets. A Division III program that competes in the Ohio Athletic Conference. Baldwin Wallace just recently won their third consecutive OAC title and makes consistent runs in the NCAA Tournament.
Brayden Pokersnik will continue his academic and lacrosse career at Muskingum University.
Pokersnik is a four-year member of the lacrosse program, earning time on Varsity Blue and Prep.
In the 2026 season, Pokersnik made the prep team and was one of the Wildcats' senior leaders.
In his senior season, Pokersnik scored his first career varsity goal against Massillon Jackson. He would also score a goal on senior night against St. Edward.
In the offseason, Pokersnik is a member of Resolute Cleveland, working on his craft as an attack man, adding depth to a tremendous Wildcat offense in 2026.
Pokersnik will join the Fighting Muskies in New Concord. A Division III program that competes out of the Ohio Athletic Conference. Before heading to Muskingum in the fall, Pokersnik will look to join a unique class that wins the lacrosse program's first OHSAA State Championship.
Ethan Rossetti - Georgetown College (Volleyball)
Ethan Rossetti began his Saint Ignatius career in his junior season, coming from Jackson High School in Massillon. Rossetti made an impact right away for the Volleyball Cats in 2025, serving as a key piece in the program's first OHSAA title.
In his junior season, Rossetti would collect 185 Kills and 32 Aces. He would earn an Honorable Mention for the All-Region team in 2025.
He would elevate his game heading into his senior season. Prior to the OHSAA Tournament, Rossetti would total 137 Kills, 18 Aces, and 80 Digs.
The senior would be part of the best regular season record in the history of the volleyball program, with a 20-2 record. Rossetti once again earned an Honorable Mention for the All-Region team.
Rossetti will continue his academic and volleyball career at Georgetown College in Kentucky. An NAIA program that competes in the Mid-South Conference. Georgetown Volleyball is a relatively new program, with its first season occurring in the Spring of 2021. The Tigers are already a strong program, and they get a great student-athlete in Rossetti.
Gavin Schafer - Indiana Institute of Technology (Volleyball)
Similar to his teammate Ethan Rossetti, Gavin Schafer began his Saint Ignatius journey as a transfer, coming from Medina High School in his sophomore year. Schafer added firepower to the team in 2025 as the Wildcats went on to win the program's first OHSAA State Championship.
In his junior season, Schafer collected 122 Kills, 13 Digs, and 57 Blocks.
Coming into his senior year, Schafer had a prominent leadership role on the team. He would earn the Jim Skerl '74 #34 jersey for the 2026 season.
Schafer and company would lead the Wildcats to an impressive 20-2 regular season record. Schafer would finish the season with 223 Kills, 44 Aces, 67 Digs, and 29 Blocks.
Schafer would earn First Team-All Region honors for his play in his senior season.
Schafer will continue his academic and volleyball career at Indiana Institute of Technology. An NAIA program that competes in the Mid-South Conference.
Indiana Tech added its volleyball program in the 2019-20 season, and Schafer will look to make an impact right away for a strong program at Indiana Tech.
Noah Spinos - University of Kentucky (Rugby)
The University of Kentucky has recently become a hotspot for former Wildcat Rugby student-athletes, as multiple former players have settled in Lexington.
Noah Spinos will add his name to the Kentucky Wildcat roster as he continues his academic and rugby career.
Spinos has donned the 1 jersey for the Blue and Gold, establishing himself as a hard-nose fullback for the Varsity Gold Wildcats.
Spinos has had the opportunity to play international rugby, joining the Wildcats on three tours to Argentina, Spain, and France.
Spinos elevated his game in his junior year, as the Wildcats went on to win a National and State Championship.
Perhaps one of the biggest moments of Spinos' Wildcat rugby career came in France. He would not only score the first try in France, but he would do so against the best program in all of France, the Bourdeux Begles. Spinos followed that up, scoring a try in Toulouse.
Spinos will join a program at Kentucky that won back-to-back National Titles in 2023 and 2024. Before heading to UK, Spinos and company will look to bring the Wildcats another National and State Title.
Marcus Tekancic - University of Tampa (Baseball)
A staple at shortstop for the Wildcats the last three years will be continuing his academic and baseball career at the University of Tampa.
Marcus Tekancic has been a starting shortstop for the Wildcats since 2024. Tekancic has been a defensive stalwart in the infield and would earn the team's Defensive Player of the Year honors in the 2025 season.
In his junior year, Tekancic would hit for an average of .270, knocking in 11 RBIs and 16 runs. He would finish the season in the field with a fielding percentage of .931, racking up 64 putouts.
Coming into the 2026 season, Tekancic was named a Team Captain for the Wildcats.
Tekancic continues his terrific career at shortstop this season. In 17 games so far, he has a fielding percentage of .981. On the base paths, Tekancic has drawn 13 walks, eight runs, and five steals.
Tekancic will head to Tampa in the fall to join the Spartans, a Division II program that competes in the Sunshine State Conference. Tampa's baseball program is ranked among the best in Division II, ranking in the top five nationally.
Joshua Toth - Trine University (Rugby)
Joshua Toth began his Rugby career in his sophomore year, taking every opportunity to become the best teammate he could be for the Rugby program.
Toth gained priceless experience in Argentina and France, playing international rugby.
After the Wildcats earned the program's second National Championship, Toth understood that he had to take a leap in his leadership.
For the 2026 season, Toth was named a Tribe Leader, the rugby version of being named a Team Captain.
Toth looks to end his senior season with a pair of Championships as the Varsity Gold team looks to defend its State and National titles.
Outside of Rugby, Toth is a motosports racer.
Toth will continue his academic and rugby career at Trine University in Angola, Indiana.
Rugby is a relatively new varsity program at Trine, and Toth will bring his high school experience and aim to be a key piece at the collegiate level.
Tristan Watkins - Bluffton University (Basketball)
Tristan Watkins had to be patient for his opportunity with one of the state's top basketball programs.
Watkins' patience and hard work in the game paid off in his senior season, making him a rotational piece for the Wildcats in the 2025-26 season.
Watkins was a key senior piece for the Wildcat basketball program, giving a needed jolt off the bench as a sixth man. At the end of the season, he would be named Comeback Player of the Year by the team.
Outside the basketball court, Watkins is a member of the Track and Field team. He is a member of the 4x200m Relay team that broke a school record with a time of 1:28.21 earlier this year.
Watkins also competes in the Long Jump for the Wildcats.
Watkins will continue his academic and basketball career at Bluffton University, a Division III program that competes in the Heartland Conference.
Before heading to Bluffton in the fall, Watkins will look to collect a couple of State Championships for the Track and Field team in May.
The sport of rugby has always run in the veins of Harrison White. At a young age, White began playing rugby and even played Rookie Rugby at Saint Ignatius before becoming a student.
White has played varsity rugby since his sophomore season. He has been a part of three international tours, three Rugby Ohio State Championships, and a National Championship.
Coming into his senior season in 2026, White was named a Tribe Leader for the Wildcats. He is the starting nine on the pitch for the Varsity Gold squad.
White will continue his academic and rugby career at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. He becomes the third Wildcat to join the Navy rugby program in the last few years, joining Edmund Soeder '23 and Connor Bender '25.
White will be joining a top-ranked Navy rugby program, ranked second in the Nation.
Before heading the academy, White will look to protect the Wildcat National and State Championship.
Alexander Werner - The Ohio State University (Rugby)
Alexander Werner continues the pipeline of Wildcats heading to The Ohio State University.
From the jump in his freshman rugby season, it was evident that Werner would be a special rugby player for the Wildcats. He would earn the Most Improved Freshman Player in 2023.
From there, Werner would go on to be a three-year varsity player. He has also gained international experience, playing in Spain and France during his junior and senior years.
In 2026, Werner would be named a Forward Captain. He has become an anchor at the forward position. Earning multiple Man of the Match honors for the Varisty Gold squad.
Werner will join his fellow teammates in the fall, continuing his academic and rugby program at The Ohio State University.
The Buckeyes are a top-25 program, and with the number of Wildcats heading to Columbus, OSU looks to be a force in Division I Rugby.
Before heading to Columbus in the fall, Werner will be a key part of the Wildcats in defending their National and State crown.
Congratulations to all of our signees who will be representing the Blue and Gold at the next level. All of our student-athletes have left their mark on the campus of Saint Ignatius High School.
Gallery: (5-13-2026) Spring Signing Day
