Berks Sports Report Paul Roberts
Wyomissing’s football season ended like a punch to the stomach, or maybe ten punches to the gut. A 15-yard touchdown pass on the final play gave top-seeded Susquehanna Township a wild 37-35 victory over the fourth-seeded Spartans in the District 3-4A semifinals. “It motivated us a bunch. We’re playing with a chip on our shoulder this year. We’re ready to get back at it and get another District championship,” said quarterback Brady Eisenhower. He added, “I think this team will be just as good, if not better than the last.”
Wyomissing owns an impressive (45-20) overall record in the District 3 playoffs with twelve titles. Legendary head coach Bob Wolfrum is entering his 40th year at the helm. His 382 career wins are the most in District 3 history. “To be able to learn from one of the best in the state, it’s a great opportunity for the whole team. We’re blessed,” noted Eisenhower. Among active head coaches in Pennsylvania, only Jim Roth of Southern Columbia has more victories than Wolfrum with 521. The 15-time state champion Tigers will host the Spartans in their opener on Friday, August 28th. “We’ve had the upper hand over them the last few years, but everyone on the team knows that it’s not a gimme. We’re ready to get another shot at them and get a win,” replied Eisenhower.
Wyomissing returns six starters on offense including Eisenhower. However, the Spartans’ top six rushers are gone. Justice Hardy, a two-time All-State pick, transferred to Wilson in December. Hardy had 19 combined rushing and receiving touchdowns in 2025. He ran for a team-high 959 yards while averaging 10.9 yards per carry. Wyomissing’s top two tacklers graduated. Chase Eisenhower, a four-year starter, and Tyler Niedrowski, a three-year starter, were stalwarts at linebacker. Chase, Brady’s older brother, finished his outstanding career with 3,000 rushing yards and 48 TD. He led the squad with 88 tackles and a dozen tackles for loss a season ago.
The Spartans do have two familiar faces in their linebacker corps, as well as a newcomer to keep an eye on. Zander Westwood has picked up Division I offers from Stony Brook, Albany, Stonehill, and New Haven. The 6’3, 225-pound senior made 52 tackles and 5 TFL last year. “He’s a hard hitter. I’m lucky not to be hit by him,” joked Eisenhower. Westwood will see playing time at both fullback and halfback in the Wing-T offense. Diamante Strong, a senior TE/LB, had a team-high four sacks. They’ll be joined by Gov. Mifflin transfer Rylan Overley. The 6’2, 210-pound sophomore will also be in the backfield with Westwood, Ethan Betances, and Ryan Delp. Andrew DiFabrizio is back at receiver.
Wyomissing averaged 327 yards per game on the ground last fall. The Spartans’ offensive line will be led by seniors Christian Kauffman and Robbie Martino. Kauffman is an imposing figure at 6’4 and 280 pounds. Martino (5’9, 190) provides versatility at center or guard. Fans at Bob Wolfrum Field should remember the name Theo Mack. The 6’5, 270-pound freshman is already competing for a starting job.
Eisenhower only attempted 60 passes over twelve contests as the Spartans went (10-2, 6-1). The 6’, 170-pound junior completed 58% of his throws for 550 yards and 13 touchdowns. Eisenhower understands that the Wing-T attack focuses on the running game, and that doesn’t bother him. “I just want to be the best for the team. This offense allows me to always have a completion when we do throw. As many opportunities that I’m given, I’m ready to take the chance. I’m just thankful to be in the spot I am,” he explained. The ground-and-pound style has served Wyomissing well. The Spartans are (81-11) over the past seven seasons. They’re moving down from Class 4A to Class 3A this fall.