LOWELLVILLE, OH-  In high school sports, memorable moments often come from the most unexpected sources. Last Friday’s thrilling game between Lowellville and Campbell saw Cody Nolfi, a linebacker for the Rockets, become the hero with a game-winning interception that caught everyone by surprise—including himself.

“I was not expecting that,” Nolfi admitted in an exclusive interview on the YSN podcast. “I was just watching for a run, and then the ball was just there. So I went and got it.”

Nolfi’s interception wasn’t the only highlight of the game. The Rockets’ defense proved to be a formidable force, making crucial stops—including a fumble recovery in the red zone and a dramatic halt of Campbell’s drive at the 1-yard line as time ran out in the first half. These defensive feats underscore their readiness to take on future opponents with confidence.

When asked about the rivalry with Campbell, Nolfi acknowledged the added spice to the matchup. “There’s a little rivalry. I always have a little bit of beef with some Campbell players,” he said with a competitive grin.

The Lowellville Rockets, under Coach Manil, are on a quest to uphold their championship legacy, having won back-to-back titles. Nolfi praised his coach for the hard work and winning culture he instills in the team. Despite the roster shakeup, Nolfi believes this year’s squad has what it takes to prove doubters wrong. “We’re better than people think. We don’t necessarily need the alumni to succeed, though they were great,” he asserted.

A latecomer to football, Nolfi didn’t start playing until his sophomore year. Nevertheless, he quickly made his mark on the field. His favorite moments include scoring his first touchdown against Waterloo last year and, of course, his recent game-winning interception. Though he plays both offense and defense, Nolfi prefers defense. “I just like stopping the run,” he said.

Outside of football, Nolfi is a multi-sport athlete and plays third base in baseball. His interests don’t stop there—he’s an avid hunter and fisherman, boasting of a six-foot shark catch in Florida. When asked about his future plans, Nolfi shared aspirations of joining the family plumbing business, carrying on a new kind of legacy.
With his hard work on and off the field, Cody Nolfi is poised to make an impact wherever he goes, embodying the spirit of a true Lowellville Rocket.

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