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By Jeric Yurkanin | July 12, 2025 | Agape Freedom Sports

Some athletes make their mark on just one side of the ball. Others shine in a single sport. But Scranton Prep’s Ambrose Rossi made his impact everywhere.

A two-way force on the football field and a key presence on the basketball court, Rossi earns the #8 spot on our Agape Freedom Sports Athletes of the Year list for his dominance as both an offensive and defensive lineman — and as one of the top defenders in Lackawanna League Division I basketball.

🏉 Trench Warrior – Offense and Defense:

At 6-foot-4, 250 pounds, Rossi anchored a Scranton Prep offensive line that cleared the way for 3,211 rushing yards and an offense that averaged 331.5 total yards per game. A dependable pass blocker, he gave quarterback Louis Paris the protection needed to rack up nearly 3,600 career passing yards.

But Rossi didn’t just protect the backfield — he attacked it.

As a defensive end, he recorded 57 tackles and 2.5 sacks, earning First-Team All-Region recognition on both sides of the ball. His versatility, strength, and relentless motor helped Prep capture the Lackawanna Football Conference Division I title and the District 2 Class 3A Championship, advancing all the way to the PIAA state quarterfinals and finishing 12–2 on the season.

🏀 Defensive Anchor on the Court

On the hardwood, Rossi was just as tough. Named to the Lackawanna League Division I Coaches’ All-Defensive Team, he was a physical, high-IQ presence for Scranton Prep. While not always the leading scorer, he impacted games with hustle, positioning, communication, and toughness.

He was the kind of player every coach wants — someone who defends the paint, dives for loose balls, and elevates the team.

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🏀 🏉 💥 True Two-Sport Toughness:

In an era when athletes often specialize in one sport, Ambrose Rossi proved that greatness can span multiple arenas. A rare two-way starter in football and a defensive leader in basketball, he combined grit, stamina, and leadership in every season.

Throughout the 2024–2025 sports year, Rossi was one of those athletes you look forward to watching. Whether it was leveling a lineman, blowing up a run play, or locking down on the court, he did it with intensity and heart. He was one of the most dominant defenders in the area — and one of the most entertaining to watch. I really enjoyed watching him play. He was a fierce competitor!

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Legacy:

Ambrose Rossi leaves behind a decorated resume at Scranton Prep:

🏈 2× First-Team All-Region Football selection 💥 57 tackles and 2.5 sacks as a senior 🧱 Anchor on an offensive line that gained 3,200+ rushing yards 🏀 All-Defensive Team pick in basketball 🏆 District 2 football championship and deep PIAA playoff run

Whether crashing through the line or crashing the boards, Rossi played with fire — and always left everything on the field and court.

That’s why he’s your #8 Athlete of the Year.