Ocoee High wrestling coaches earn coach of the year awards

Ocoee High School’s boys wrestling head coach Robb Karbowsky was named the Boys West Metro Coach of the Year and girls wrestling head coach Pernell Croskey was named the Girls West Metro Coach of the Year Thursday, Aug. 6. 

“This recognition is a testament to the count;ess hours, dedication and passion coach Croskey pours into our student-athletes and the Ocoee wrestling program every day,” Ocoee’s wrestling wrote. “The honor is well deserved and we’re fortunate to have such an outstanding leader on our coaching staff.”

Karbowsky took over the helm of Ocoee’s boys wrestling team in 2018. The team celebrated its most accomplished season yet in 2026 with two boys becoming the first Knights to earn a top eight finish at states. The Knights also won their third consecutive district title, qualifying 11 boys for regionals. 

“This award is not about one individual, it belongs to the entire Ocoee wrestling family,” Karbowsky wrote. “Thank you to everyone who has played a part in building this program. I truly appreciate each and every one of you.” 

The Lady Knights also found success last season under Crockey’s fifth year of leadership. The team finished as district runners-up and had nine girl qualify for regionals with one making it a step further to states.