On Sunday, March 30, Rockford High School standouts, including James Geshel, competed in an NCAA Division II baseball game for Davenport Panthers

Michael Skarda and James Geshel

By North Kent News

Mar 31, 2025

On Sunday, March 30, three former Rockford High School standouts, including James Geshel, Michael Skarda and Payton Skarda’s current college team, the Davenport Panthers, won 7-6 in their NCAA Division II baseball game against the Grand Valley State Lakers.

The game took place at Farmers Insurance Athletic Complex. This was their fourth matchup against the Lakers this season.

The Panthers’ next game is scheduled for Friday, April 4 at 1 p.m. at Farmers Insurance Athletic Complex against Lewis Flyers.

James Geshel

Right handed pitcher

Junior

6′4″ 220

Michael Skarda

Right handed pitcher and first baseman

Freshman

6′2″ 202

Payton Skarda

Outfielder

Freshman

6′2″ 200

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