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Games of the Day 12/17
PLACE TO BE TODAY… #BESCENE
Central PA
Reading, PA
Non-League
7:30
HM. Chester Clippers
VS.
#15. Reading Red Knights
The Chester Clippers (3-0) sail into Reading, PA undefeated having beaten Lancaster McCaskey, Newark, and Bayard Rustin. This is the first road test for the HM Clippers. The Reading Red Knights ranked 8th are 3-0 in state, their only loss to St Johns (DC) and have also beat McCaskey along with Williamsport & Overbrook. Unlike, Chester who needed a late game rally to pull off the win, Reading dominated the contest from the jump ball. Now throw all of that information out the window, when these two teams meet there are bound to be plenty of surprises. Reading is lead by ’21 Denim Adams (6-5), Jose “Choco” Brea, Joey Chapman, ’22 Daniel Alcantara (6-4), ’22 Ermil Fleurinvil (6-4), ’21 Moro Osumaro . The Clippers players to watch are ’21 Karell Watkins, Akeem Taylor, Zahmir Carroll (6-5), Rahmee Gilbert.
Eastern PA
Simon Gratz & St. Joe’s Prep
Phila. Public League
3:30
Simon Gratz Bulldogs
vs.
#13. Imhotep Panthers
Phila. Catholic League
3:45
HM. Archbishop Ryan Raiders
VS.
HM. St. Joe’s Prep Hawks
Simon Gratz is 6-0 and #13. Imhotep Charter is 2-2 with two out of state losses. Both schools have defeated William Penn Charter (Philadelphia). Imhotep by 13, 78-65 and Gratz by 3, 71-68. Imhotep is the crowned jewel of the Philadelphia Pub, a crown that Gratz held for years. Imhotep is led by Big man 6-7 Notre Dame Commit Elijah Taylor 22′ Khalif Crawley and Sami Wylie and a bunch of underclassman Ronny Raphael, Rahmir Barno & Justin Edwards Gratz is led by ‘20 5-11 Combo guard Yassir Stover 18 PPG and ‘20 6-5 Ross Carter 12 PPG and Eddie Harris.
At St Joe’s Prep, two PREP SCENE Honorable Mention teams will square off in an early season league contest with major implications. It is never two early to talk about the Palestra in the PCL, the leagues depth is unparalleled across the state and arguably across the nation. Archbishop Ryan (4-1) is lead by Division I recruit’s ‘21 Aaron Lemon-Warren who just tossed in 34 for the Raiders against HM Malvern Prep and 6-4 ‘20 Lithuanian Gediminas Mokseckas along with Dominic Vasquez,… The Hawks start the season 5-0 with thei last win against Palumbo by a score of 103-72, Mike Keenan had 24 points and Brian Geatens finished with 20 points. . SJP is led by 6’3 PG Trevor Wall and and 6-7 ’21 Chris Tomoasco.
Western PA
Butler, PA
WPIAL AAAAAA
7:30
#8. Mt. Lebanon Blue Devils
VS.
#14. Butler Golden Tornados
Western PA is in for an early Christmas gift, when two of the best offensive scorers in the region square off tonight. 6-3 Jake Hoffman has led #8 Mt. Lebanon to a 4-0 start and he has produced exactly 30 in every contest. On the other side of the ball, you will have PREP SCENE’S preseason Player of the Year and Purdue commit, Ethan Morton leads #14 Butler. This is a must see game with WPIAL AAAAAA implications. Lebo topped 62-57 in the 2019 WPIAL AAAAA Championship game last season. We have a feeling a 2020 date for the title isn’t’ far fetched.
Bishop McDevitt Lancers
Prospective Student-Athletes to Watch:
Robert Smith
| 2020 | G | 6-1 |
Athletic guard that scores the ball extremely well from all three levels. defends with a passion. The engine of the program, proven leader.
Jamil Manigo
| 2020 | Forward | 6-4 |
Proven inside scorer that dominates the glass. Undersized big, relentless warrior. Outworks bigger-bigs at both ends. The larger the games the bigger the performances.
Kevin Young
2020 Forward 6-4
Expanding game, solid slasher at present, finishes around the rim consistently. Always engaged on the defensive end. Defense equals offense.
Ahmir Harris
2020 PG 5-11
Extremely effective scorer. Skilled in the open floor or half-court. Deep Ball-check, Mid Range-Supacheck’, Rack Game-check.
Shamir Mosley
2020 Guard 6-3
Steal and a lay-up, steal and a dunk, steal and an assist. One things for sure… there is a theft and a bucket. Plays above the rim and excellent turning mistakes into points.
Alassane Amadou
| 2022 | Wing | 6-8 |
Shoots the ball extremely well, competes at both ends… capable of defending the rim and smaller guards on the perimeter. mobile, ball skills allow him to put it on the floor and attack from wing. Ability to impact game from inside or out. Huge upside!
Terrell Pitts
| 2023 | G/F | 6-4 |
Uber-athletic wing with the skills to beat you in a variety of ways. Elusive in the half court or transition. Finishes strong above the rim. Hugh Upside!
Full Roster Coming Soon… Stay Tuned
Just two of the many great Lancer games to check out!
Highlands Golden Rams
WPIAL Section I AAAA Championship.
Prospective Student-Athletes to Watch:
Luke Cochran
| 2020 | Guard | 6-0 |
A versatile combo guard with the ability to carry the scoring load or set the table. High IQ kid, floor general and leader in the locker room. Leadership, poise & pace separate him from the pack.
Johnny Crise
| 2020 | F | 6-5 |
Athletic wing that plays with a bounce, gets into passing lanes and can reach the top of the square. High motor and IQ, defends with a passion. Div I Football Prospect with offers from Penn State & Pitt.
Korry Myers
2020 Guard 6-1
3rd leading scorer with over 10 points per game. Skill set and frame to add muscle makes him a worthy small college PSA.
Dom Pesci
2020 PG 5-11
Extremely hard worker, ready to get back on the floor after scoring a career high 18 in 2018, sat out entire season due to injury. Looking forward to tracking progression.
Wahkeem Roman
2021 Forward 6-5
Physically strong, football build expected to produce after solid off-season.
Antoine McDaniel
2021 PG 6-2
QB of the football team, leadership qualities. Opportunity to impact the game at both ends of the floor. Defends.
Jimmy Kunst
2023 Guard 6-2
A Freshman, he has a real opportunity to crack the starting line-up and contribute on a AAAA WPIAL playoff contender.
Carter Leri
2022 PG 5-9
Will push upperclassman for minutes.
The Phelps School
Prospective Student-Athletes to Watch:
Daniel Dade
| 2020 | PG | 5-11 |
Scores the ball in a variety of ways, ability to get into the lane, finishes at the rim. Aggressive, yet poised and controlled game. Lives at the free-throw line. Alpha…
Jarnel Rancy
2020 F 6-8
Continues to expand his game, especially off the bounce Tough in transition/slashing, runs the floor well, ability to attack rim with aggression. high motor and good timing/shot blocking.
Cam Dunbury
2020 F 6-8
Demonstrated an inside presence, ability score around the tin. A desire to bang in the paint and defend the goal.
Sam Onu
| 2020 | C | 6-10 |
Very long, decent athlete. functional in the open court, above average ball control and ability to move laterally well. Best attribute is attacking rim, blocking and altering shots at present.
Matt Daulerio
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Tom Gardler
Extremely hard worker, functional handle with ability to score the ball.
Devin Butler
| 2020 | G | 6-3 |
Versatile wing, scores the ball at a high clip from all three levels. High character kid and a leader on the floor.
CONSTITUTION GENERALS
The Constitution Generals are known far and wide, all across the state of Pennsylvania for their basketball exploits. And rightfully so… with 221 wins since their basketball programs inception, 10 years ago. Let this sink in… 221 wins, 4 PIAA STATE TITLES with 10 straight State Playoff appearances. Not to mention hoisting the Silver ball in the air once and three other trips to the State’s Final 4. The Generals staff insist they are not ready to be referred to as a dynasty just yet, here at PREP SCENE we tend to disagree. In case you missed it that’s…10 years – 221 wins, 7 Final Four Appearances, 4 State Titles and 1 Runner-up.
The architect of the powerhouse constructed on 7th and Chestnut Streets in Center City is head coach Rob Moore. He has orchestrated all this athletic success with many of the city’s best and brightest academically. “The kids understand the big picture… Our goal is to be a model program for the District. We want to show that smart kids can play basketball,” said Moore. ConHigh, which the school is affectionately known as, prides itself as a unique small, city wide school dedicated to empowering students through active citizenship and for producing the next generation of engaged citizens and leaders in government, public policy and law. Can you say STUDENT-athletes!
Moore is an educator and his teachings extend beyond the classroom. His lessons on the hardwood about life and hoops have produced a plethora of productive citizens, college graduates and scholarship level athletes. It is no coincidence that any given year you will notice 3-5 future Division I players taking the floor for him. He is known around the city to develop his kids and maximize their potential. Like every group before them, this year’s group enters the 2019-2020 season with high expectations. Is this the year Constitution wins their 2nd Public League Championship?
Mark Pynes, PennLive
The Generals return three starters from last year’s 22-10 outfit that won the District XII AA Championship and was the Philadelphia Public League Runner-up, losing to AAAA State Champion, Imhotep Charter in the final. The undisputed leader of this group will be Keshaun “Champ” Hammonds. The 6’1 Sr. guard is a two-time ALL PUBLIC LEAGUE & ALL STATE player and currently holds five Division I offers. He has amassed 1200 points already and after this season could be mentioned in the same breath with some of the best scorers the city has seen, definitely top 10 numbers are within’ reach, possibly even top 5 in scoring.
The other two starters, Quadir Miller, a 5’10 Jr. guard, and Maurice Montgomery, a 6-5 Jr. forward, are both capable of putting up big numbers. With the loss of Jabari Merritt and Jihad Saunders to graduation, an increased workload should lead to increased production from both. Montgomery is an inside out force that dominates the glass at both ends and plays with a high motor.
Possibly, the Prospective Student-Athlete with the highest ceiling on the team is 6’3 So. guard, Jacob Beccles. He is an elite athlete, physically strong with exceptional body control and a sweet stroke. Coach Moore is expecting a break-out season for Beccles, his maturation and ability to impose his will could land the Generals back to the sweetest place on earth next March.
Other key returners include, 6’5 Sr. forward Aamir Sharif, 6’8 Sr. center Korey Bridges, 6’5 So. Jamal Carr. Lamar Glover a So. guard and 6’5 Jr. uber athletic wing Malcolm Gadson.
COLT SHOOTOUT RECAP
BRACKET BREAKDOWN
You might have noticed, in an earlier tweet this week, that I mentioned how there is a direct correlation between fall and winter success. Particularly, that the Colt Shootout has been known to be an indicator of winter success for District III’s big school divisions. Central York, the 2019 Champion will look to continue the past successes of both Reading and Manheim Township in league and district play. The Panther’s would love nothing better than to be the next champion on the verge of a 20 win season. Lets take a look at how -the bracket unfolded and the Panthers were crowned King…
The Semifinalists were Cedar Cliff, who got there behind solid team play and a stellar 2 game morning for 6’3 sr. guard Joey Zvorsky to knock off Waynesboro and Dallastown. 6’5 sr wing Elijah Eberly’s 21.5 ppg fueled the Bears of Elizabethtown past Susquehanna Township and Central Dauphin to victory. Central York and Chambersburg both only had to win one game to round out the Final Four. In Central York’s 54-43 victory over Cumberland Valley, 6’3 Gabe Guidinger and teammate Evan Eisenhart combined for 35 points. Chambersburg moved past Cedar Crest, behind the long ball of sr. guard Ethan Shreffler.
Elizabethtown moved into the finals taking down Cedar Cliff 56-38 with a balanced attack. Brody Beach had 17 points, with three- 3’s, pacing a Coach Parise’ squad , that had two other players score 15 or more, in Eberly 16 and Luke Pierson 15. In the other matchup Central York prevailed 45-37 over Chambersburg. Central York’s theme in the afternoon was everyone contributes. Mitch Saxton led a balanced attack, in which 7 Panthers scored, with 10pts. Evan Eisenhart tossed in 9 and Shiloh Johnson and Gabe Guidinger added 8 apiece.
In the Championship game both teams battled back and forth in the first half. The game was deadlocked at 21-21 but Central York outscored Elizabethtown 22-12 in the final 20 minutes of the day, to take the crown. Although the Panthers won by double figures, only one player in the game scored in double figures… and he wasn’t one of them. The Panthers suffocating defense held Elijah Eberly to only 9 points and teammate Luke Pierson managed the 10. For the Champions the leading scorers were Nolan Hubbs and Mitch Saxton with 9 apiece, followed by Gabe Guidinger 8 and Tejesh Chundura’s 7.
OUTSTANDING PLAYER
Elijah Eberly, Elizabethtown
6’4 Senior Forward
Elijah played like a scholarship worthy player this Saturday. Offensively, he was outstanding in the role of point foward, when the teams PG tweaked his ankle. His high for the day was 28pts in a 40 min running clock game against Central Dauphin. However, the most impressive aspect of his game was his ability to set the offensive table for others. He asserted himself when needed and trusted teammates in crucial moments, showing a poise and maturity that coaches will love. He made everyone around him better on the offensive end. Defensively, he used his length and quickness in passing lanes all day long. Good anticipation on steals and blocks.
NOTEWORTHY PERFORMANCES
Gabe Guidinger, Central York
Solid performances at both ends of the floor all day long. Gabe showcased his multi-talented (Dribble, Pass, Shoot, Defend) skill set relentlessly over his three games. He was an inside out juggernaut for opponents. He not only demonstrated the ability to score the ball from mid-range or at the rim, he defended all 5 positions effectively.
Joey Zvorsky, Cedar Cliff
Zvorsky was phenomenal in the morning session. He was already a very good player but the level he played at in his first two games was different than anything we had seen previously. Confident, poised, consistently on the attack, scoring efficiently, impacting the game at the defensive end. He was flat out the best player we seen in the AM. He fizzled a little late in game three but bounced back for a solid performance in the 3rd place game.
Ileri Ayo-Faleye, Cedar Crest
Ayo-Faleye was electric as always in transition. Today he demonstrated a real knock for getting the ball off the rim at the offensive end. He was quick off of his feet, often engaged in his second and third effort as opponents were landing their first. This obviously lead to multiple seond chance scoring opportunities for his team. Highlight reel dunks, with top of the block athleticism keeps him in our list even though play is inconsistent and not senior mature at times.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT-ATHLETE OF THE DAY
Nick Peters, Cedar Cliff
The German transfer student is a Division I project. However, at 6-11 and with a stretch four skill set, he will be a hot commodity this winter. He appears to be adjusting to the physicality of the American game well; this will take some time. His passing and feel for the game are definite strengths we quickly noticed. He made an athletic play when running the floor that did show an upside that was very exciting. With 25+ high school games and an entire season of adjustment and improvement he could be the type of talent that gets a low major coach a pay bump 4 years from now.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Brody Beach, Elizabethtown – shot it lights out
Justice Easter – Central Dauphin – impacted game both ends
Jason Eberhart, Cedar Crest – solid inside and out
Evan Eisenhart, Central York – when engaged excellent
Nolan Gilbert, Cumberland Valley – consistent, effective
Jadon Green, Dallastown – scored the ball effortlessly
Kobe Green, Dallastown – performed at both ends
De’von Haggins, Central Dauphin – defense led to offense
Nate McGill, Northern – not his best but better than the rest
Luke Pierson, Elizabethtown – strong force for Bears
Cole Rhyne, Waynesboro – see McGill
Rance Russo, Central Dauphin – elevates teammates
Mitchell Saxton, Central York – put together 3 good games
Sam Sherry, Cumberland Valley – skilled big with upside
Ethan Shreffler, Chambersburg – dribble, pass, shoot- impactful
Where will Pennsylvania’s top schoolboys be this round
Tuesday, March 12th
5A (Click for complete bracket)
Will Bowen, Lower Dauphin (3-1) vs Johnstown (6-1) 7:30 Bald Eagle HS
Vinny DeAngelo, Sun Valley (1-1) vs Northern (3-4) 7:30 Garden Spot HS
Michael Carmody, Mars (7-1) vs York (3-3) 6:00 Holidaysburg HS
Rasool Diggins, Archbishop Wood (12-1) vs Penncrest (1-3) 7:30 Harriton HS
Clovis Gallon, York (3-3) vs Mars (7-1) 6:00 Holidaysburg HS
Luke Hedrick, Lower Dauphin (3-1) vs Johnstown (6-1) 7:30 Bald Eagle HS
LaKeem Mcaililey, Mastery North (12-2) vs Abington Heights (2-1)
Andrew Recchia, Mars (7-1) vs York (3-3) 6:00 Holidaysburg HS
Jamir Reed, Mastery North 12-2 vs Abington Heights (2-1) 6:00 Liberty HS
Kevin Shenk, Pottville (11-1) vs Crestwood (2-2) 7:30 Hazleton HS
Daeshon Sheperd, Archbishop Wood (12-1) vs Penncrest (1-3) 7:30 Harriton HS
Jalen Stinton, Archbishop Wood (12-1) vs Penncrest (1-3) 7:30 Harriton HS
Jaquil Stone, Archbishop Ryan (12-4) vs Moon (7-2) 7:30 Chambersburg HS
George Tinsley, Abington Heights (2-1) vs Mastery North (12-2) 6:00 Liberty HS
4A
Dahmir Bishop, Imhotep (12-2) vs Danville (4-2) 7:30 Central Dauphin East HS
Chereef Knox, Imhotep (12-2) vs Danville (4-2) 7:30 Central Dauphin East HS
Luke House, Archbishop Carroll (12-3) vs Lancaster Catholic (3-2) 8:00 Geigle Complex
Tariq Ingraham, Bonner-Prendergast (12-1) vs Nanticoke (2-2) 7:30 Freeedom HS
Donovan Johnson, Moon (7-2) vs Archbishop Ryan (12-4) 7:30 Chambersburg HS
Jake Kelly, McDevitt (3-1) vs Quaker Valley (7-2) 7:30 Holidaysburg HS
Leo O’Boyle, Scranton Prep (2-1) vs Wilson Area (11-3) 6:00 Hazleton HS
Justin Paz, Bethelhem Catholic (11-1) vs Lower Moreland (1-1) 7:30 Souderton HS
Nick Rigby, Huntingdon (6-1) vs Hickory (10-1) 7:30 Dubois HS
Donta Scott, Imhotep (12-2) vs Danville (4-1) 7:30 Central Dauphin East HS
Ryan Stowers, Quaker Valley (7-2) vs Bishop McDevitt (3-1) 7:30 Holidaysburg HS
Elijah Taylor, Imhotep Charter (12-2) vs Danville (4-1) 7:30 Central Dauphin East HS
Isaiah Wong, Bonner-Prendergast (12-1) vs Nanticoke (2-2) 7:30 Freedom HS
Kyle Young, Bethlehem Catholic (11-1) vs Lower Moreland (1-1) 7:30 Souderton HS
1A
Tre Harvey, Nazareth Prep (7-1) vs Shade (5-1) 7:30 Hempfield Area HS (Greensburg)
Derrius Ward, Sankofa (12-1) vs St. John Neumann (4-2) 8:00 Cumberland Valley HS
Khalil Turner, Sankofa (12-1) vs St. John Neumann (4-2) 8:00 Cumberland Valley HS
Wednesday, March 13th
6A
Matta Acunzo, Kennedy Catholic (10-1) vs Pine Richland (7-4) 7:30 Slippery Rock
Maceo Austin, Kennedy Catholic (10-1) vs Pine Rechland (7-4) 7:30 Slippery Rock
Jackson Blaufeld, Allderdice (8-1) vs Mt Lebanon (7-1) 7:30 Canon-McMillan HS
Jameer Brickus, Coatesville (1-2) vs Butler (7-2) 7:30 Chambersburg HS
Bobby Clifford Allderdice (8-1) vs Mt Lebanon (7-1) 7:30 Canon-McMillan HS
Eric Dixon, Abington (1-1) vs Pennridge (1-4) 7:30 Bensalem HS
Jalen Duran, Roman Catholic (12-1) vs Lower Merion (1-3) 7:00 Cardinal O’Hara
Jack Forrest, Lower Merion (1-3) vs Roman Catholic (12-1) 7:00 Cardinal O’Hara
Hakim Hart, Roman Catholic (12-1) vs Lower Merion (1-3) 7:00 Cardinal O’Hara
Jack Hoffman, Mt Lebanon (7-1) vs Allderice (8-1)
7:30 Canon-McMillan HS
Konrad Kiszka, LaSalle (12-4) vs William Allen (11-1) 6:00 Geigle Complex
Seth Lundy, Roman Catholic (12-1 vs Lower Merion (1-3) 7:00 Cardinal O’Hara HS
Devon Lee, Harrisburg (3-1) vs Chester (1-6) 7:30 Geigle Complex
Lucas Monroe, Abington (1-1) vs Pennridge (1-4) 7:30 Bensalem HS
Ethan Morton, Butler (7-2) vs Coatesville (1-2) 7:30 Chambersburg HS
Steve Payne, Lower Merion (1-3) vs Roman Catholic (12-1) 7:00 Cardinal O’Hara HS
Dan Petcash, Pine-Richland (7-4) vs Kennedy Catholic (10-1) 7:30 Slippery Rock
Allen Powell, LaSalle (12-4) vs William Allen (11-1) 6:00 Geigle Complex
Greg Shulkosky, Pine Richland (7-4) Kennedy Catholic (10-1) 7:30 Slippery Rock
Oscar Tshwiebe, Kennedy Catholic (10-1) vs Pine Rechland (7-4) 7:30 Slippery Rock
Karell Watkins, Chester (1-6) vs Harrisburg (3-1)
7:30 Geigle Complex
Jeffrey Woodward, Methacton (1-7) vs Boys Latin (12-2) 7:00 Harriton HS
Sean Yoder, Pennridge (1-4) vs Abington (1-1) 7:30 Bensalem
3A
Chris Ings, Neumann-Goretti (12-1) vs Wyoming Seminary (2-1) 8:00 Freedom HS
Jamil Manigo, McDevitt (12-3) vs Loyolsock (4-1) 7:30 Milton Hershey
Chance Westry, Trinity (3-1) vs Holy Redeemer (2-2) 8:00 Pottsville HS
2A
Champ Hammonds, Constitution (12-1) vs North Bradford (4-2) 7:30 Pocono Mountain West HS
Jabri Merritt, Constitution (12-1) vs North Bradford (4-2) 7:30 Pocono Mountain West HS
Jihad Watson, Math Civics & Science (12-2) vs. Executive Education (11-1) 6:00 Spring-Ford HS
COMING SOON: March 20th,
PS-25
Introducing 25 more Student Athletes that should have made our list based on states performances.
ON THE SCENE: Hoop Group- Future All-American & Elite Camps
FUTURE ALL-AMERICAN
CREME OF THE CROP
Alphabetical Order
Elliott Cadeau
Bergen Catholic (Ordell, NJ)
6’0 Point Guard
First thought after first sight, Cole Anthony-like assassin with the ball in his hands. Pure hooper, leaves defenders in quick sand. Demonstrated explosion off of the floor, range and elite playmaking ability. Passing ability and vision are different.
Justin Edwards
Imhotep(Philadelphia, PA)
6’5 Guard
Justin demonstrated an ability to shoot the ball. Great size, long athletic wing. First step and explosion at the rim separated him from the competition. Skilled with the ball in his hands, able to use length and speed to get into the paint. Slashing/Scoring type… Capable of being an elite defender.
Aaron Goldstein
Xaverian (Brooklyn, NY)
5’10 Guard
Goldstein played his way into the “Creme of the Crop” with relentless effort from the point, dead-eye shooting and a knack for finding teammates in scoring position. He was getting it done off the bounce and looked fluid and confident in catch and shoot situations. Excellent ball screen-awareness/progression, consistently making the right read, leading to offensive production.
Jeremiah Jenkins
Darien (Connecticut)
5’11 Guard
Jenkins demonstrated an ability to do it all consistently at both ends of the floor, as an elite guard. Highly skilled and understand the game and pace. Effective down to his screen setting. He has a profound ability to pass the ball, makes the easy, smart play with the ability to make difficult plays for most his age, look simplistic.
Luke McEldon
Highlands (Warrenton, VA)
6’10 Center
Luke’s presence was felt in the paint all week. Thick frame allowed him to control the lane for his team. He scored around the rim with strength and aggression. Demonstrated an ability to knock down the 12 footer. Reminded me of a young Tre Mitchell if he puts it all together, has the frame to develop.
Toby Ojuwku
Roman Catholic (Philadelphia)
5’9 Guard
Toby put together an excellent week. Demonstrated an ability to score the ball at a high level and was a relentless ball hawk at the other end.
Malachi Palmer ’24
Central Dauphin
6’4 Guard
Silky Smooth with the ball ion his hands. Effective & highly efficient. Makes putting the ball in the basket from all three levels look extremely easy.
Jason Rivera-Torres
Iona Prep, NJ
6’3 Guard
Dominated from the point guard position with sheer size, athleticism and skill. Often the best player on the floor. Jason made shots consistently while always making the proper basketball play. Hugh Upside.
Best of the Best
Ethan Gross 2023 6’5 The Hun School in Princeton, NJ
Caleb Middleton 2023 6’9 New Hampton, NH
Jeannot Basima 2023 6’4 John Carroll in Bel Air, MD
James Johns, Jr. 2023 6’3 West Catholic in Philadelphia, PA
Yahmir Satterfield 2023 6’1 Imhotep Charter in Philadelphia, PA
Honorable Mention
Jacob Bey 2023 6’4 Lower Cape May, NJ
Johnny Cotton 2023 6’0 Don Brosco Prep in Ramsey, NJ
Quin Gorman 2023 6’6 Bishop O’Connell in Arlington, VA
Ben Gladieux 2024 5’10 Leesville Road in Raleigh, NC
Cameron Horton 2023 6’2 St Francis Academy in Baltimore, MD
Carson Howard 2023 6’6 Lacey Township in Forked River, NJ
Richard Machado 2023 6’1 Saddle River Day, NJ
Ethan Maynard 2023 5’10 Seton Hall Prep in West Orange, NJ
Logan Rhoades 2023 6’0 Mills Godwin in Henrico, VA
ELITE
CREME OF THE CROP
Kyle Cuff 2022 6’1 Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ
Peter Carey 2022 6’11 Northfield Mount Hermon, MA
Chisom Okpara 2022 6’8 Vermont Academy in Saxtons, VT
Otega Owen 2022 6’3 Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ
Nisine Poplar 2021 6’3 Math Civics & Sciences in Philadelphia, PA
Luke Bradnar 2022 6’7 Connellsville, PA
Cole Fisher 2021 6’1 Lancaster Mennonite, PA
Cory Floyd 2022 6’2 Roselle Catholic, NJ
Massai Graham 2022 Tapestry Carter in Buffalo, NY
Devon Lee 2021 6’2 Scotland, PA
Kaseem Watson 22 6-3 West Catholic in Philadelphia, PA
A CALL TO ACTION
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A CALL TO ACTION
PREP SCENE HAS SET THE GOAL OF CONNECTING WITH 100 SCHOLASTIC, PREP SCHOOL AND GRASSROOTS COACHES OVER THE NEXT TWO WEEKS. OUR PARTNERSHIP WILL IDENTIFY WHO WOULD HAVE EXPLODED ONTO THE SCENE. THIS CALL TO ACTION WILL AMPLIFY THE EXPOSURE OF STUDENT-ATHLETES ACROSS THE STATE UNABLE TO PERFORM ON MANY OF THE SPRING’S/SUMMER’S BIGGEST STAGES.
IN AN EFFORT TO MAXIMIZE TIME, INCREASE PRODUCTIVITY AND GIVE COACHES THE FLEXIBILITY THEY NEED TO CONNECT WITH PREP SCENE WE ARE NOW SCHEDULING TIME SLOTS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
FEEL FREE TO CALL ANYTIME, DAY OR NIGHT.! HOWEVER A SCHEDULED CALL IS BACKED BY A 100% GUARANTEE WE WILL CONNECT RIGHT THEN AND THERE. NO MISSED CALLS, NO PHONE TAG, NO HASTLE.
Roundball Classic Cancelled
The Roundball Classic All-Star Games Committee announced earlier today, that it has decided to cancel the 2020 Roundball Classic games, which had been scheduled for April 25-26, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic…”In accordance with the direction taken by the PIAA late last week and the uncertainty of the weeks ahead, we cannot move forward in holding the games this year ” states the director Allen Deep…he adds “ We wish to congratulate all the Seniors who have been selected and have earned this honor to represent their School/Community both academically and athletically. 
PENNSYLVANIA STATEWIDE RANKINGS
January 19, 2020
PREP SCENE weekly rankings include the entire state of Pennsylvania: 5th year prep schools and high schools, regardless of governing body affiliations.
1. Scotland Campus
The Skinny: Since it’s inception Scotland Campus has staked its position at the top of our polls. Sheer dominance, excellent coaching and players for days is a pretty good formula.
Top Performers: 6’3 Norance Berry, 6’5 Darlinstone Dubar, 6’7 Jayson Woodrich, 6’9 Mohammed Wague, 6’3 Jaeden Zachary, 6’6 Louis Bleechmore, 6’9 Abou Ousmane and plenty more.
2. Neumann-Goretti (Philadelphia)
The Skinny: Coach Arrigale possesses the weapons and championship pedigree to beat anyone in the state, including 5th year prep schools in a one and done situation. Very hard call to not have a co-number 1 in 2020.
Top Performers: 6’1 Hysier Miller, 6’7 Chaz Evans, 5’10 Hakim Byrd, 6’2 Chris Evans, 6’7 Blaise Vespe, 6’6 Cameron Young, 6’8 Jordan Hall
4. Archbishop Wood (Warminster)
The Skinny: Mosco had all the pieces in place to hoist the golden ball in ChocolateTown USA again in 2020. Possibly the only way to stop Diggins and company in the 5A bracket was a PIAA shutdown.
Top Performers: 6’4 Marcus Randolph, 6’3 Rahsool Diggins, 5’11 Jalen Stinson, 6’4 M. Newton, 6’5 Daeshon Shepherd, 6’5 R. Jackson.
3. First Love Christian Academy (Washington)
The Skinny: First Love played a national prep schedule, arguably the toughest in the entire state. This group was talented and hard to beat when at full strength.
Top Performers: 5’11 Isaiah Wilson, 6’6 DJ Gordon 6’2 Mason Manning, 6’7 Jahijah Grant, 6’2 Olsen Nicholson, 6’10 Madior Seye, 6’4 Jett Roesing, Kymahni Bent.
5. Westtown (West Chester)
The Skinny: One through five, show me more talent. The Pennsylvania Independent School State Champions were a force in 2020. On any given night.
Top Performers: 7’0 Derrick Lively II, 6’11 Franck Kepnang, 6’8 Noah Collier, 6’5 Jalen Warley, 6’4 Wade Chiddick, 6’4 Tyler Berger.
6. Roman Catholic (Philadelphia)
The Skinny: Roman showed their might and determination making it to the PCL finals before falling to NG. Coach Griffin’s squad had a date I’m Hershey, PA in mid March.
Top Performers: 6’1 Lynn Greer III, 5’10 Xavier Brown, 7’0 Jalen Duren, 6’5 Justice Williams, Quadir Brown.
7. Perkiomen School (Pennsburg)
The Skinny: Perk has the firepower and defensive fortitude to play with anyone in the state. Strong showing in the GAC has them near the top.
Top Performers: 6’2 Steve Payne, 5’9 Honor Huff, 6’8 Andrew Patnode, 6’5 Gilbert Otoo, 6’7 Cameron Brown, 6’10 Philip Byriel
8. McDowell (Erie)
The Skinny: Hot winter nights on the lake were provided by this bunch. Star power and grit make it easy to imagine their GPS set for Hershey, PA.
Top Performers: 6’7 Will Jeffries, 6-6 Jaedan Jefferson, 6’2 Max Paris
9. Methacton (Eagleville),
The Skinny: The sleeper in the wide open 6A field has the poise and style to punish opponents. Offensive weapons all over the floor make them a tough out!
Top Performers: 6’9 Jeff Woodward, 6’4 Erik Timko, Owen Kropp, Brett Eberly, Brett Byrne, Ryan Baldwin.
10. Cheltenham
The Skinny: Cheltenham has continued to rise to the occasion all season long, and the post season is no different. Tough out 4sure.
Top Performers: 6’4 Jaelen McGlone, 6’4 Sean Emfinger, 6’1 J. Moore
11. Butler
The Skinny: Gatorade player of the year and favorite for the PREP SCENE POY has shown his ability to put the Tornado’s on his back when it counts. Bracket’s are made for stars and their is non bigger in any classification.
Top Performers: 6’6 Ethan Morton 6’2 Mattrix Clement
12. Wilson (West Lawn)
The Skinny: Guards win at any level, and you will have to look far and wide to find a better one in the state of PA. Mitchell leads a disciplined offense that looks to bring Berks County Gold!
Top Performers: 6’2 Stevie Mitchell, 6’4 Evan Timochenko
22. Milton Hershey
The Skinny: Forthcoming…
Top Performers: 6’6 Joshua Parra, 6’7 Ahvon Cross, 6’0 Ka’ron George, Nate Boyd
14. Fox Chapel (Pittsburgh)
Top Performers: 6’1 Eli Yofan ’22, 6’3 Arnold Vento, 6’1 Sam Brown, JP Dockey, 6’0 Lorenzo Jenkins, 5’10 Shane Susnak, 6’3 Will Livingston, 6’0 Kent Baldauf.
Upcoming Games: 1/24 W 70-46 Hempfield
15. Lincoln Park (Midland)
Top Performers: 6’4 Andre Wilder, 6’0 Isaiah Smith, 6’0 Johnnie Bryant, 6’5 Montae Reddix, 6’5 Daquan Bradford
Upcoming Games: 1/24 7:00 PM @ New Brighton, 1/26 4:30 PM Kennedy Catholic
13. West Chester East,
The Skinny: This Carr is running on all cylinders. Just like the kids say, “All gas, no brakes.”
Top Performers: 6’9 Andrew Carr
17. Archbishop Carroll (Radnor)
Top Performers: Dayon Polk, Dean Coleman-Newsome, Anquan Hill, John Camden, Amari Stewart
Upcoming Games: 1/24 W 76-70 @ #6 Roman Catholic, 1/26 2:30 PM @ LaSalle
24. Kennedy Catholic (Hermitage)
Top Performers: 6’6 Ike Herster,
Upcoming Games: 1/24 L 65-53 @ #8 McDowell
Top Performers: 6’0 Robert Smith, 5’11 Ahmir Harris, 6’9 Alassane Amadou ’22 6’7 Terrell Pitts
Upcoming Games: 1/22 TBD @ St. Joe’s Prep, 1/24 TBD @ Lansdale Catholic
18. Imhotep Charter (Philadelphia)
Top Performers: 6’8 Elijah Taylor, Sam Wylie,
Previously Ranked-
Honorable Mention:
Allderdice (Pittsburg)
Allentown Central Catholic
Archbishop Ryan (Philadelphia)
Bensalem
Bishop Guilfoyle (Altoona)
Brentwood (Pittsburgh)
Cedar Crest (Lebanon)
Central Dauphin (Harrisburg)
Central York
Chester
Crestwood (Mountain Top)
Cumberland Valley (Mechanicburg)
Executive Charter (Allentown)
George School (Newtown)
Gettysburg
Highlands (Natrona Heights)
Johnstown
Kiski Prep (Saltsburg)
Malvern Prep
Martin Luther King (Philadelphia)
Mercersburg Academy
New Castle
Parkland (Allentown)
Penncrest (Media)
Phelps (Malvern)
Pine-Richland (Gibsonia)
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (Philadelphia)
Trinity (Harrisburg)
Vincentian (Pittsburgh)
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Previous HM: Chambersburg, Constitution, Bishop McDevitt (Harrisburg), New Oxford, Aliquippa, St. Joe’s Prep,
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22. Milton Hershey
The Skinny: Forthcoming…
Top Performers: 6’6 Joshua Parra, 6’7 Ahvon Cross, 6’0 Ka’ron George, Nate Boyd
#10 IN ACTION TODAY
10. Cheltenham
The Skinny: Cheltenham has continued to rise to the occasion all season long, and the post season is no different. Tough out 4sure.
Top Performers: 6’4 Jaelen McGlone, 6’4 Sean Emfinger, 6’1 J. Moore
#24 at #8 TONIGHT…
8. McDowell (Erie)
The Skinny: Hot winter nights on the lake were provided by this bunch. Star power and grit make it easy to imagine their GPS set for Hershey, PA.
Top Performers: 6’7 Will Jeffries, 6-6 Jaedan Jefferson, 6’2 Max Paris
24. Kennedy Catholic (Hermitage)
Top Performers: 6’6 Ike Herster,
Upcoming Games: 1/24 L 65-53 @ #8 McDowell
#7 IN ACTION TODAY…
7. Perkiomen School (Pennsburg)
The Skinny: Perk has the firepower and defensive fortitude to play with anyone in the state. Strong showing in the GAC has them near the top.
Top Performers: 6’2 Steve Payne, 5’9 Honor Huff, 6’8 Andrew Patnode, 6’5 Gilbert Otoo, 6’7 Cameron Brown, 6’10 Philip Byriel