Roger Williams University Wrestling Names Matt Castillo and Shaun McLaughlin as Captains for 2025-26 Season
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Roger Williams University (RWU) Head Wrestling Coach Jon Egan has announced Matt Castillo and Shaun McLaughlin as captains for the upcoming 2025-26 wrestling season. The appointments recognize the leadership, dedication, and work ethic demonstrated by both athletes.
Leadership and Expectations
“I’m proud to name Matt and Shaun as captains of our team,” said Coach Egan, as reported by Roger Williams University Athletics.”Their leadership, dedication and relentless work ethic set the standard for our programme, and I trust them to guide our team this season.”
Both captains expressed enthusiasm for the season ahead. Castillo highlighted the positive energy and improvement within the team, noting a strong mix of returning starters and promising freshmen. McLaughlin echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the team’s continuous progress and anticipation for success.
Player Profiles
* Matt Castillo: A senior, Castillo majors in Construction Management.
* Shaun McLaughlin: Entering his junior year, McLaughlin is a Secondary Education major with a focus in mathematics. He was recognized as an All-Region honoree in the 2024-25 season at 133 pounds.
Upcoming schedule
The Roger Williams Hawks will begin their season at the Monarch Invitational, hosted by King’s College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, November 1st, at 9:00 AM.Prior to that, the team will host the Frank Antonawich Intrasquad Duals on Saturday, October 18th, as part of Homecoming & Family Weekend.
Key Takeaways
* Matt Castillo and Shaun McLaughlin have been named captains of the Roger Williams University wrestling team for the 2025-26 season.
* Coach Jon Egan praised their leadership and work ethic.
* The team features a strong core of returning wrestlers and a promising freshman class.
* The Hawks’ season begins with the Monarch Invitational on November 1st.
This appointment signals a commitment to experienced leadership as the Hawks prepare for a competitive season. The team’s early schedule provides opportunities for both internal advancement and external competition, setting the stage for a perhaps prosperous year.