Pittsburgh Area AAU Scene: Junior Standouts

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>AAU JUNIOR STANDOUTS (ELITE 11):</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Isaiah Boice / shooting guard / 6’1 / class of 2023 / New Castle HS /</strong> </span>This consistently "lights out" shooter is almost automatic from the three-point line once he gets going during a game. He likes to run the floor and pull up for jumpers as well. Isaiah has the talent to be a next-level player.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Nate Hargrove / 6’1 / point guard / junior / The Neighborhood Academy High School /</strong> </span>He is a floor general and an extremely unselfish performer. This talented young man likes to get everyone involved during a game. Nate puts forth the effort that any coach would enjoy having on his squad.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1185952" first="Sawyer" last="Butler"] / point guard / 6’0 / class of 2023 /</strong> </span>Beaver HS / An above-average performer with the leadership qualities to be similar to a coach on the floor. His basketball knowledge is a positive of his game. Sawyer brings the hustle and tenacity to the court each time.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="991350" first="Damon" last="Astorino"] / 6’2 / combo guard / junior / Eden Christian Academy High School /</strong> </span>A skilled guard that has the ability to play multiple positions on the floor. He can score from a variety of spots during the half-court set. Damon is an excellent free-throw shooter with a high basketball IQ that provides leadership for his team.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186005" first="MJ" last="Stevenson"] / shooting guard / 6’0 / class of 2023 /</strong> </span>Gateway HS / A skilled scorer from many locations on the court. He likes to provide opportunities for not only himself, but his teammates every time he steps onto the floor. MJ is a balanced performer with developing rebounding abilities. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1202035" first="Jason" last="Rodrigguez"] / 6’5 / power forward / junior /</strong> </span>Woodland Hills High School / This long, athletic post player can score in the low and high post. He has solid footwork and rebounds at a high level. Jason blocks shots consistently and is an intimidating force under the rim.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="991351" first="Deandre" last="Moye"] / combo guard / 6’2 / class of 2023 /</strong> </span>Lincoln Park Performing Arts HS / He brings the quickness and athleticism to assist his squad during each contest. Once he gets going, he can "take over" games. Deandre is a quality defender as well.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186472" first="Malachi" last="Manges"] / 6’1 / point guard / junior / Eden Christian Academy High School /</strong> </span>A quick guard that has the fundamental skillset to create opportunities for his teammates in half-court and transition offense. His mid-range jump shot is deadly and very consistent. Malachi is a leader on the court as well.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="991361" first="Matt" last="Stanley"] / combo guard / 5’10 / class of 2023 / Union HS /</strong> </span>His ability to make plays for his team on a consistent basis is a strong suit of this young man. He has quick hands on defense which lead to steals and deflections. Matt always wants the ball during critical moments.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186484" first="Xzavier" last="Rodgers"] / 6’2 / combo guard / junior / Obama Academy High School /</strong> </span>He has terrific accuracy from long range with the skills to get himself open during a contest. Look for him to penetrate the lane for strong finishes at the basket. Xzavier brings the confidence needed to be successful.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1395879" first="Noah" last="Barren"] / point guard / 5’11 / class of 2023 / Penn Hills HS /</strong> </span>An overall talented performer that creates opportunities for his team. He likes to push the ball on the fast break to finish in the lane. Noah shoots the mid-range at an extremely consistent level.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>OTHER STANDOUTS:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1202034" first="Eric" last="Schoen"] / 6’1 / power forward / junior / Obama Academy High School</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186068" first="Bryson" last="Kirschner"] / wing forward / 6’4 / class of 2023 / OLSH HS</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Antwone Thurman / 6’5 / power forward / junior / Allderdice High School</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="991397" first="Dre" last="Vacich"] / point guard / 5’10 / class of 2023 / Central Valley HS</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186485" first="Kevin" last="Mickens"] / 6’1 / wing forward / junior / Nazareth Prep High School</strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1186429" first="Zach" last="Oliver"] / shooting guard / 6’4 / class of 2023 / Blackhawk HS</strong></span></p>