Class 3A WPIAL Section 3 – Fab 15 Standouts
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As we move forward with the selection of all-section teams in the 3A classification, the teams and players did not disappoint us this season. A competitive group of student-athletes showcased their skills in gymnasiums across Western PA. Let’s take a…
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Continue ReadingAs we move forward with the selection of all-section teams in the 3A classification, the teams and players did not disappoint us this season. A competitive group of student-athletes showcased their skills in gymnasiums across Western PA. Let’s take a look at our Fab 15 of the WPIAL Class 3A – Section 3, which is an extremely talented group of young men. These high school basketball players were selected by the Prep Hoops Pennsylvania staff and are more than worthy of their selections to the Fab 15 of the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League.
CLASS 3A – SECTION 3
FAB 15:
Peter Kramer Peter Kramer 6'4" | SG Hampton | 2024 State PA , Shady Side Academy High School
Sophomore, Shooting Guard
= A talented, balanced player that can score in a variety of ways throughout a game with a high basketball IQ
Eli Teslovich Eli Teslovich 6'1" | CG Shady Side Academy | 2024 State PA , Shady Side Academy High School
Sophomore, Combo Guard
= This young man commands the game, is extremely unselfish, and is a proven leader of his team
Rian Fitzgerald, Shady Side Academy High School
Senior, Shooting Guard
= He can shoot coming off screens and knockdown the open jumper as well during a contest
Bryce Epps Bryce Epps 6'0" | PG South Allegheny | 2023 State PA , South Allegheny High School
Junior, Combo Guard
= His ability to create opportunities for himself and his teammates is a strong suit of this top performer
Ethan Kirkwood, South Allegheny High School
Senior, Shooting Guard
= An above average perimeter shooter who likes to get others involved when he is heavily guarded
Matt Marinchak, Ligonier Valley High School
Senior, Wing Forward
= A tall, long forward that has the ability to score from mid range, in the post, and with penetration in the lane
Makhai Valentine Makhai Valentine 6'3" | SG Steel Valley | 2023 State PA , Steel Valley High School
Junior, Combo Guard
= This extremely skilled player scores from many spots on the floor and is a high quality defender
Cruce Brookins Cruce Brookins 6'2" | SG Steel Valley | 2023 State PA , Steel Valley High School
Junior, Point Guard
= His quickness and precision passing lead his team on the court in the half court set and during transition
Gage Johnston Gage Johnston 6'4" | C Apollo-Ridge | 2023 State PA , Apollo Ridge High School
Senior, Wing Forward
= An overall talented player that has a high basketball IQ and strong leadership to compliment his basketball skills to make his teammates better
BJ Harvey, Valley High School
Senior, Point Guard
= This young man has shifty and creative moves that cause fits for his opponents throughout four quarters each game
Dylan Rhoades, Ligonier Valley High School
Senior, Wing Forward
= He likes to slash to the hoop and definitely will shoot well from perimeter when the opportunity is there for him
Alex Kramer, Shady Side Academy High School
Senior, Power Forward
= A skilled post performer that rebounds well on both ends of the floor during a game
Cam Epps, South Allegheny High School,
Freshman, Point Guard
= Despite his small stature he can create opportunities for his team and lock up the opponents top player
Karter Schrock, Apollo Ridge High School
Sophomore, Shooting Guard
= This young player likes to push the ball on the break and makes outstanding passes for his team to finish at the basket
Mikey Smith, East Allegheny High School
Senior, Wing Forward
= An athletic standout on the football field brings that energy and aggressiveness to the hoop court especially on the defensive end