Hall of Fame
Skarda served as a catalyst for UW-Parkside, turning the wrestling program into a national powerhouse. A transfer from UW-Oshkosh, Skarda owned a 60-12 career record on the mat, securing the NAIA National Title at 150 pounds during the 1973-1974 campaign. His national title run included a 28-1 record on the mat, then a program record for wins, with 12 pins. Skarda was the NAIA District 14 Wrestler of the Year that season, helping the Rangers place third at the National Championships for UW-Parkside's first national trophy in any sport. Skarda's .833 winning percentage still ranks fourth best all-time in program history and his influence as a coach and teacher brought in several future Rangers including his brother and 2003 Hall of Fame inductee Steve, his son Scott, and 1995 NAIA national champion Trevor Hasenjager.
