Fox Valley Conference

Burlington Central

Coach: Dean Ames (second season)

Last season: 7-10-3, 1-7-1 FVC (ninth)

Top returners: Zach Batani, jr., D; Sam Knych, sr., M; David Mancera, jr., D; Noah Rosborough, sr., M/D

Key newcomers: Ethan Domaleczny, fr., D

Worth noting: The Rockets were firing on all cylinders early last year, winning five of their first six games. That success then stalled. “In the beginning of the conference schedule the injury bug bit us hard, taking out several key seniors for the season,” Ames said. “Our record down the stretch definitely took a hit due to their absence.” ... Rosborough is coming off a strong season of accolades (all-conference and Northwest Herald All-Area honorable mention ), while Knych (eight goals, eight assists in 2024) also earne

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