Robert Kokesh was a three-time South Dakota Class B state champion (2008-10) and led Wagner High School to team state titles each year.

His impressive career included a 216-24 prep record, while earning All-America honors in his last three seasons.

In 2008, Kokesh was the National High School Coaches Association Sophomore Nationals champion before he claimed a pair of runner-up finishes at Junior Nationals in 2009 and 2010.

Kokesh also excelled on the football field for the Red Raiders, as the linebacker earned first-team all-state honors. He also lettered in track and field. Academically, Kokesh was on the honor roll.