Class 5A WPIAL Section 1 – First and Second Team

<p>At Prep Hoops PA, we continue our selections for All-Section performers from the WPIAL High School season. This winter on the hardwood in Western PA was one of the most talented and overall best basketball seasons in recent memory. There were a great number of quality players from all four classes (seniors down to freshmen) that shined on the court while showcasing their abilities on a nightly basis. With college coaches and scouts in attendance during numerous games this season, the WPIAL players/teams sure did not disappoint with high-level performances across the board from Class 6A down to Class A. When the school year comes to a close in June we will not be surprised with the high quantity of student-athletes who will continue their basketball careers at the collegiate level. That is why we logged a tremendous amount of hours creating the All-Section Teams to make sure none of these young men were slighted for strong performances so the deserving players were recognized for their hard work during the long basketball season. Finally, after reaching out to a variety of coaches, we decided on a high-quality group of players deserving of these accolades. For our next article, we move forward with the 5A Class/Section 1 First and Second Team...</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">CLASS 5A - SECTION 1</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">FIRST TEAM</span></strong> <br /> <br /> [player_tooltip player_id="991354" first="Keondre" last="DeShields"], Laurel Highlands High School</p> <p>Junior, Combo Guard...A talented difference-maker that burst on the scene this season with his exceptional performances on the hardwood. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="991329" first="Rodney" last="Gallagher"], Laurel Highlands High School</p> <p>Junior, Combo Guard...This high-demand football recruit excelled on the hoop court every year of his high school career with dominating play nightly.</p> <p><br /> [player_tooltip player_id="1406045" first="Zion" last="Moore"], Ringgold High School</p> <p>Freshman, Shooting Guard...Despite his young age, he has the skillset to be a special player in the coming years of high school.</p> <p><br /> Mekhi Scott, West Mifflin High School</p> <p>Senior, Point Guard...An overall talented young man with extreme athleticism and likes to run the floor.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1187896" first="Evan" last="Berger"], Thomas Jefferson High School</p> <p>Sophomore, Shooting Guard...An above-average shooter from the perimeter with a consistent three-point percentage.</p> <p><br /> [player_tooltip player_id="1187977" first="Jamire" last="Braxton"], Albert Gallatin High School</p> <p>Sophomore, Wing Forward...His uptempo style of play makes him a tough person to guard throughout four quarters of a game.</p> <p><br /> [player_tooltip player_id="991336" first="Brandon" last="Davis"], Laurel Highlands High School</p> <p>Junior, Combo Guard...He has high-level passing ability and decision-making that makes him a leader for his team.</p> <p><br /> <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>SECOND TEAM</strong></span></p> <p><br /> Ryan Lawry, Thomas Jefferson High School</p> <p>Junior, Shooting Guard...A talented shooter from mid-range and three point range.</p> <p><br /> Joe Lekse, Thomas Jefferson High School</p> <p>Senior, Shooting Guard...He is a competitor and proven leader for his teammates.</p> <p><br /> Nick Peccon, Ringgold High School</p> <p>Senior, Point Guard...An extremely quick and shifty point guard with precision passing ability.</p> <p><br /> Dante Riccelli, Connellsville High School</p> <p>Senior, Combo Guard...A defensive minded performer with a strong sense of positioning in the backcourt.</p> <p><br /> Joe Chambers, Laurel Highlands High School</p> <p>Senior, Power Forward...A strong, big forward that rebounds well on both ends of the floor.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Caleb Matzus Chapman, Albert Gallatin High School</p> <p>Senior, Shooting Guard...He shoots with consistency from a variety of spots on the court.</p> <p><br /> Jayden Pratt, Laurel Highlands High School</p> <p>Senior, Wing Forward...This slasher has the ability to penetrate the lane and score with floaters near the basket.</p> <p><br /> Nolan Stephenson, West Mifflin High School</p> <p>Senior, Shooting Guard...A coach on the floor with a high basketball IQ and offensive skillset.</p>