Prep Hoops PA Rankings Update: Class of 2022 Newcomers
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Our Prep Hoops Pennsylvania Rankings were recently updated for the class of 2022 basketball players. Some names caught the eye of scouts in the Pittsburgh area. With that being said, a quality list was established to showcase Newcomers to the…
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Continue ReadingOur Prep Hoops Pennsylvania Rankings were recently updated for the class of 2022 basketball players. Some names caught the eye of scouts in the Pittsburgh area. With that being said, a quality list was established to showcase Newcomers to the rankings. Below you will find some talented student-athletes that provided a spark this season for their teams and made the “jump” into our rankings this winter.
Newcomers – Class of 2022
Nick Crum Nick Crum 6'2" | SG Penn Trafford | 2022 State PA – 6’2 – shooting guard – Penn-Trafford High School
- A skilled shooter from mid-range and the three-point line who can come off screens or make shots in transition.
- He has a high basketball IQ and is a proven leader on the floor.
- Nick improved his game over the last few years and now has the talent to play at the next level.
Chris Barrish Chris Barrish 5'7" | PG Carmichaels | 2022 State PA – 5’10 – shooting guard – Carmichaels High School
- His ability to create opportunities for his teammates makes him a nightmare to guard in the half-court set and transition.
- An overall balanced guard that handles the ball with precision and limits turnovers throughout a contest.
- Chris is shifty and quick on the perimeter and has the motivation to take his game to the collegiate level.
Jack Gardinier Jack Gardinier 6'0" | PG Quaker Valley | 2022 State PA – 6’0 – point guard – Quaker Valley High School
- A proven three-year starter who continues to improve his basketball skills with hard work and dedication.
- His leadership qualities have cemented this young man as one of the best guards in the area for assist/turnover ratio.
- Jack will be playing college basketball at Susquehanna University, a Division 3 school next season.
Benny Cokrlic Benny Cokrlic 6'0" | SF Ambridge | 2022 State PA – 6’0 – small forward – Ambridge High School
- This physical and strong small forward brings intensity and toughness from the football field to the basketball court.
- As the season moved forward, this young man became the “go-to guy” for the struggling Ambridge Bridgers in the 4A classification.
- Benny made himself into a sound hooper this high school season and developed a nice jumper, to complement his rebounding skill.
Jameson Grieco Jameson Grieco 6'2" | SG Seneca Valley | 2022 State PA – 6’0 – shooting guard – Seneca Valley High School
- A main positive about this performer is the court awareness he brings to the gym every night.
- He likes to “light it up” from the three-point arc and handles close-outs well on his shot release.
- Jameson puts in the time and works to become an above-average high school player.
Ernie Greer – 6’1 – wing forward – Aliquippa High School
- This underappreciated guard broke on the high school scene a few years ago as a sophomore for the Quips and looks to close out his career on a high note.
- He is a tenacious defender and also has the skill set to make positive things happen on the offensive end of the floor for his teammates.
- Ernie is a high academic student-athlete and will be attending college next year with a possible shot at playing some ball.
Brian Frederick Brian Frederick 6'0" | SG Ambridge | 2022 State PA – 6’1 – shooting guard – Ambridge High School
- He can knock down the open three-pointer when given the opportunity in the half-court set, whether or not he is coming off screens.
- The skill on both ends of the floor portrayed by this player showed his work ethic in the off-season.
- Brian continued to develop his game throughout the winter months which gained him much more playing time.