Pittsburgh Ozanam Summer League Standouts
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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…
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Continue ReadingOn 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…
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17U – Class of 2022 Standouts:
Angelo Reeves Angelo Reeves 6'7" | PF Vincentian Academy | 2021 State PA – First Love Christian Academy
- 6’6, wing forward, power forward
- He plays above the rim on the offensive end and when possible finishes with thunderous dunks
- An elite rebounder on defense who likes to get the ball out to his guards on the break
Langston Moses Langston Moses 6'3" | SF Pittsburgh Central Catholic | 2022 State PA – Central Catholic High School
- 6’3, wing forward
- A big, strong, physical performer that uses his body well in the post and on the boards
- He gets to the basket and finishes in the lane consistently
Jayden Gales – Bishop Canevin High School
- 6’5, wing forward, power forward
- An athletic player with the ability to be a difference-maker on offense
- A talented shot-blocker and rebounder on the defensive end of the floor
Will Kromka Will Kromka 6'4" | SG Gateway | 2022 State PA – Gateway High School
- 6’3, shooting guard
- Once he gets heated up, his three-point shot is extremely deadly
- He has a high basketball IQ and is a leader for his team
Jackson Juzang – Winchester-Thurston High School
- 6’2, shooting guard
- An extremely skilled player with the ability to put up points in bunches during a game
- His length and quick hands make him a tough defender
Kevaughn Price Kevaughn Price 6'3" | SG Bishop Canevin | 2022 State PA – Bishop Canevin High School
- 6’0, shooting guard
- A strong, tough guard that doesn’t shy away from contact on drives to the hoop
- He works hard on defense and rebounds well holding his position on the glass
Ryan Greggerson – Gateway High School
- 6’7, power forward, center
- He is a tall, long post player with a developing postgame
- Looks to protect the rim on the defensive end with block shots
Jhamil Fife – Bishop Canevin High School
- 6’0, shooting guard
- An improved shooter from the perimeter with a quality mid-range jumper
- His intelligence on the court make him a leader that makes his teammates better
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16U – Class of 2023 Standouts:
Jason Rodrigguez Jason Rodrigguez 6'4" | PF Passport Academy | 2023 PA – Westinghouse High School
- 6’5, power forward
- He has improved his post play tremendously and has become a major threat on the inside for his team
- His athleticism makes him a nightmare on defense with deflections, steals, and blocked shots
Damon Astorino Damon Astorino 6'2" | CG Eden Christian Academy | 2023 State PA – Ambridge High School
- 6’2, combo guard
- A talented player that can play a variety of positions on the floor with consistent performances
- An excellent free throw shooter and has great leadership which helps his team succeed
Kaleb Pryor Kaleb Pryor 5'10" | PG Gateway | 2023 State PA – Gateway High School
- 5’11, combo guard
- This high energy player flies around on defense and causes havoc to his opponent
- He can score quickly and moves well without the ball in the half-court set
MJ Stevenson MJ Stevenson 6'1" | SG Gateway | 2023 State PA – Gateway High School
- 6’1, shooting guard
- An above-average perimeter shooter who scores off screens and in the open floor
- Has greatly improved his ball-handling and passing skills which makes him a matchup problem
Tasso Sfanos Tasso Sfanos 6'1" | PG Mars | 2023 State PA – Mars High School
- 6’0, shooting guard
- A quick, shifty ball handler that makes everyone around him better
- His ability to put up points in bunches comes from his dedication to practicing his craft
Xzavier Rodgers Xzavier Rodgers 6'1" | CG Obama Academy | 2023 State PA – Obama Academy High School
- 6’1, combo guard
- This talented scorer creates opportunities with his penetration and moves in the lane
- He is a motivator for his team and communicates on defense
Tra Williams Tra Williams 6'1" | SF Gateway | 2023 State PA – Gateway High School
- 6’0, small forward
- He has the strength and toughness to make positive things happen on the defensive end for his team
- Likes to get to the basket and rebounds well on the offensive glass
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The Next Generation:
Rayshawn Saunders – Obama Academy High School
- 5’9, point guard, Class of 2024
Shamar Simpson Shamar Simpson 6'1" | SF The Neighborhood Academy | 2025 State PA – Pittsburgh Area
- 5’10, shooting guard, wing forward, Class of 2025
Jayden Davis Jayden Davis 5'10" | CG Chartiers Valley | 2025 State PA – Chartiers Valley High School
- 5’11, combo guard, Class of 2025
Amari Evans – Pittsburgh Area
- 6’3, wing forward, Class of 2025
Billy Schaeffer Billy Schaeffer 6'2" | SG Deer Lakes | 2024 State PA – Deer Lakes High School
- 6’1, shooting guard, Class of 2024
Courtney Wallace – Pittsburgh Area
- 6’0, wing forward, Class of 2025
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