Tony was a 4-year wrestling letterman at Warren Area High School. He compiled a record of 39-9-2, and was a 2-time section champion. He attended Kent State University, where he lettered 4 times with a 40-7-1 record. Tony was a Mid-Atlantic Champion, and a 3-time NCAA qualifier. Tony's most noted accomplishments came as a coach, when he turned the Eisenhower wrestling program into a powerhouse. In 9 years as head coach of the Knights, his teams had an overall record of 99 wins, 24 losses, and 1 tie. He had back to back undefeated seasons, and at one point, one 35 matches in a row. Tony's teams won 5 Southern Tier League titles, 2 Al-Kin Championships, and 1 Section Championship. He was names 'Outstanding Wrestling Coach of Western NY' 3 times, and coached 10 Section champions, 5 District champions, and 3 Regional runner-ups.
