Pittsburgh Ozanam Summer League Standouts

On the Northside of Pittsburgh, a summer basketball league takes place inside the Manchester Charter School gymnasium. The legendary Ozanam League brings a variety of teams from local high schools, AAU programs, and community teams playing most weeknights in the summer. Even though some graduated players are competing on teams, the bulk of the league consists mostly of rising juniors and seniors. We will take a look at the young men who have dedicated themselves to improving their game during the summer months... ===================================================================================================== 17U - Class of 2022 Standouts: [player_tooltip player_id="990953" first="Angelo" last="Reeves"] - First Love Christian Academy <ul> <li>6’6, wing forward, power forward</li> <li>He plays above the rim on the offensive end and when possible finishes with thunderous dunks</li> <li>An elite rebounder on defense who likes to get the ball out to his guards on the break</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="991228" first="Langston" last="Moses"] - Central Catholic High School <ul> <li>6’3, wing forward</li> <li>A big, strong, physical performer that uses his body well in the post and on the boards</li> <li>He gets to the basket and finishes in the lane consistently</li> </ul> Jayden Gales - Bishop Canevin High School <ul> <li>6’5, wing forward, power forward</li> <li>An athletic player with the ability to be a difference-maker on offense</li> <li>A talented shot-blocker and rebounder on the defensive end of the floor</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1185008" first="Will" last="Kromka"] - Gateway High School <ul> <li>6’3, shooting guard</li> <li>Once he gets heated up, his three-point shot is extremely deadly</li> <li>He has a high basketball IQ and is a leader for his team</li> </ul> Jackson Juzang - Winchester-Thurston High School <ul> <li>6’2, shooting guard</li> <li>An extremely skilled player with the ability to put up points in bunches during a game</li> <li>His length and quick hands make him a tough defender</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1188541" first="Kevaughn" last="Price"] - Bishop Canevin High School <ul> <li>6’0, shooting guard</li> <li>A strong, tough guard that doesn’t shy away from contact on drives to the hoop</li> <li>He works hard on defense and rebounds well holding his position on the glass</li> </ul> Ryan Greggerson - Gateway High School <ul> <li>6’7, power forward, center</li> <li>He is a tall, long post player with a developing postgame</li> <li>Looks to protect the rim on the defensive end with block shots</li> </ul> Jhamil Fife - Bishop Canevin High School <ul> <li>6’0, shooting guard</li> <li>An improved shooter from the perimeter with a quality mid-range jumper</li> <li>His intelligence on the court make him a leader that makes his teammates better </li> </ul> ===================================================================================================== 16U - Class of 2023 Standouts: [player_tooltip player_id="1202035" first="Jason" last="Rodrigguez"] - Westinghouse High School <ul> <li>6’5, power forward</li> <li>He has improved his post play tremendously and has become a major threat on the inside for his team</li> <li>His athleticism makes him a nightmare on defense with deflections, steals, and blocked shots</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="991350" first="Damon" last="Astorino"] - Ambridge High School <ul> <li>6’2, combo guard</li> <li>A talented player that can play a variety of positions on the floor with consistent performances</li> <li>An excellent free throw shooter and has great leadership which helps his team succeed</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="991370" first="Kaleb" last="Pryor"] - Gateway High School <ul> <li>5’11, combo guard</li> <li>This high energy player flies around on defense and causes havoc to his opponent</li> <li>He can score quickly and moves well without the ball in the half-court set</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1186005" first="MJ" last="Stevenson"] - Gateway High School <ul> <li>6’1, shooting guard</li> <li>An above-average perimeter shooter who scores off screens and in the open floor</li> <li>Has greatly improved his ball-handling and passing skills which makes him a matchup problem</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="991376" first="Tasso" last="Sfanos"] - Mars High School <ul> <li>6’0, shooting guard</li> <li>A quick, shifty ball handler that makes everyone around him better</li> <li>His ability to put up points in bunches comes from his dedication to practicing his craft</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1186484" first="Xzavier" last="Rodgers"] - Obama Academy High School <ul> <li>6’1, combo guard</li> <li>This talented scorer creates opportunities with his penetration and moves in the lane</li> <li>He is a motivator for his team and communicates on defense</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="991357" first="Tra" last="Williams"] - Gateway High School <ul> <li>6’0, small forward</li> <li>He has the strength and toughness to make positive things happen on the defensive end for his team</li> <li>Likes to get to the basket and rebounds well on the offensive glass</li> </ul> ===================================================================================================== The Next Generation: Rayshawn Saunders - Obama Academy High School <ul> <li>5’9, point guard, Class of 2024</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1188605" first="Shamar" last="Simpson"] - Pittsburgh Area <ul> <li>5’10, shooting guard, wing forward, Class of 2025</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1188607" first="Jayden" last="Davis"] - Chartiers Valley High School <ul> <li>5’11, combo guard, Class of 2025</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1188637" first="Amari" last="Evans"] - Pittsburgh Area <ul> <li>6’3, wing forward, Class of 2025</li> </ul> [player_tooltip player_id="1187944" first="Billy" last="Schaeffer"] - Deer Lakes High School <ul> <li>6’1, shooting guard, Class of 2024</li> </ul> Courtney Wallace - Pittsburgh Area <ul> <li>6’0, wing forward, Class of 2025</li> </ul> =====================================================================================================