On Saturday, March 22, 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 23, 2025

On Saturday, March 22, three former Rockford High School standouts, including James Geshel, Michael Skarda and Payton Skarda’s current college team, the Davenport Panthers, won 5-3 in their NCAA Division II baseball game against the Purdue Northwest Pride.

The game took place at Dowling Park. This was their third matchup against the Pride this season.

The Panthers’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, March 22 at 4 p.m. at Dowling Park against Purdue Northwest Pride.

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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