PRZNY Team Previews: West Seneca Warhawks

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Last Season (7-2)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last season, it was unknown how well West Seneca West would fair with a lot of turnover, including a freshman at QB. But those doubts were quickly hushed as the Warhawks won their first four games of the year before ending the regular season on a three game winning streak. They entered the playoffs as the #3 seed and were upset in the first round by the visiting Williamsville East Flames.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top Prospect</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1514651"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a566facd7d8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It isn't too often a sophomore will be a school's top prospect but Anderson showed he is a top tier QB right from the gate last season throwing 5 TDs in his varsity debut. He continued to show his athletic prowess and incredible leadership qualities. He has poise in the pocket and a high football IQ. Mason will only get better as he gains more experience.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Three X-Factors</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1864284"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a566facd7dbf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Quarantello made a major splash in his varsity debut last season on both sides of the ball. His chemistry with Anderson was evident leading the Warhawks in receptions. At WR, he is built like the quintessential slot WR with deep threat abilities. At DB, he earned All-WNY and All-State honors with a Section VI leading 9 INTs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1513378"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a566facd7de2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Micah brings a hard hitting, tough and gritty component to an otherwise high flying team. Offensively, he is a punishing rusher between the tackles that is always moving forward. Defensively, he is a versatile MLB that can sniff out running lanes and has great blitz technique. He is the favorite to lead the Warhawks in rushing and tackles in 2026.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2103989"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a566facd7e00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Simmons did not join the varsity team until mid-October last season but he made an immediate impact registering a fumble recovery, an INT and 6 pass defenses in his first four games. He is an extraordinary athlete that is expected to be one of WSW's top players on defense and will be their starting outside WR.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Breakout Player</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2103985"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a61fbec0c35c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dom will be making his varsity debut this season. Expected to be eased in to the offense as a sophomore, Ceccarelli showed quality film at the JV level last season with fantastic speed and a quick burst through the open holes. He is an overall natural athlete that should fit in very well with this young team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Names to Know</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Position</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Player</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Class</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">PRZ Rank</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Attributes</span></strong></td></tr><tr><td>QB</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='2007668' first='Brian' last='Derenda Jr']</td><td>2029</td><td>9</td><td>Will be the JV starting QB</td></tr><tr><td>DL</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1864293' first='Isaac' last='De Jesus']</td><td>2028</td><td>82</td><td>Versatile DL that can cause havoc on opposing offenses</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='2103996' first='Nolan' last='Wackowski']</td><td>2029</td><td>86</td><td>WR/DB that is expected to start on JV but will be a player to watch</td></tr><tr><td>RB</td><td>[player_tooltip player_id='1855420' first='Carter' last='Sparacio']</td><td>2028</td><td>274</td><td>Stud athlete looking to make his varsity debut</td></tr><tr><td>ATH</td><td>Owen Koziol</td><td>2028</td><td>Unranked</td><td>WR/DB that will return to capitalize on his sophomore season</td></tr><tr><td>OL</td><td>Avery Rivera</td><td>2027</td><td>Unranked</td><td>Senior OL that will be looked upon to lead an otherwise very young team</td></tr><tr><td>OL</td><td>Tyler Szalay</td><td>2027</td><td>Unranked</td><td>Senior that will be a big part of a revamped OL</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Key Losses</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:table --> <figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Position</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Player</span></strong></td><td><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Commitment/Contributions</span></strong></td></tr><tr><td>RB</td><td>Jarod Freeman</td><td>Alfred State</td></tr><tr><td>WR</td><td>Troy Mobley</td><td>Warhawks leading receiver </td></tr><tr><td>OL/DL</td><td>Patrick Allen</td><td>Run stuffing DT</td></tr><tr><td>OL/DL</td><td>Brayden Snyder</td><td>Alfred State</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <!-- /wp:table --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 Schedule</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2247858,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepredzone.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/07/WSW-2026-Schedule.jpeg?w=696" alt="" class="wp-image-2247858" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Screenshot</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2026 Outlook</strong><strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Current Head Coach:</strong> Mike Vastola</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>West Seneca West will begin the 2026 season with 7 straight Class A opponents; including the newly added Orchard Park on 9/26. Other key competitors the Warhawks face this season are Clarence on 9/19 and Will North, their only divisional loss last season, on 10/16.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Warhawks are one of the youngest, yet most talented teams in Section VI with the majority of their key components being sophomores and juniors. I fully expect WSW to reach the final four of the playoff bracket but where they go from there will depend how they fare against senior-led teams. These are players that will grow together and be a team that will be talked about for the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->