<p>The class of 2026 is the next talented group of basketball players in the western part of Pennsylvania. Here at Prep Hoops PA, we are committed to promoting the future stars on the hardwood for the rising freshman class. These four Pennsylvania classes starting in 2023 and ending in 2026, definitely will showcase an abundance of exceptional basketball players. As time moves forward it could be made clear that Pennsylvania is not just a football state. Let’s check out the following fifteen young men who should be on the radar of scouting services and college recruiters as they develop their games this season.</p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>WESTERN PA FAB "15" </strong></span></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>CLASS OF 2026:</strong></span></p>
<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406953" first="Eric" last="James"] - combo guard</p>
<ul>
<li>A creative guard with the ability to score in a variety of ways throughout a game in half-court and transition</li>
<li>Prediction: Varsity starter</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406791" first="Scoop" last="Smith"] - combo guard</p>
<ul>
<li>This skilled ball handler can make plays in the half-court set and open floor with consistency</li>
<li>Prediction: Varsity starter</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406938" first="Lamont" last="Perkins"] - power forward</p>
<ul>
<li>An overpowering force on the inside who rebounds at a high level on both ends of the court</li>
<li>Prediction: Varsity starter</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406897" first="Donavan" last="Carney"] - wing forward</p>
<ul>
<li>The smooth stroke and slashing ability of this wing performer make him difficult to defend during a contest</li>
<li>Prediction: Varsity starter</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406951" first="Desmond" last="Oliver"] - shooting guard</p>
<ul>
<li>If left open his jumper is almost automatic from beyond the three-point line</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>Dylan Donavan - point guard</p>
<ul>
<li>An overall skilled leader with an extremely high basketball IQ who commands his squad</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>Kelan Milson - wing forward</p>
<ul>
<li>When involved in the offense he can take over a game with his developing skill set</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406909" first="Cam" last="Walter"] - point guard</p>
<ul>
<li>A slick ball handler and passer that creates opportunities for himself as well as his team throughout a game</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406902" first="Jared" last="Astorino"] - combo guard</p>
<ul>
<li>A solid, high IQ performer that can play a variety of positions on the floor while scoring from deep range and in the post</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406900" first="Luke" last="Scarff"] - power forward</p>
<ul>
<li>His shot-blocking ability and rebounding cause problems for the opponents every time he steps on the hardwood</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406952" first="Owen" last="Proskin"] - wing forward</p>
<ul>
<li>This young man has developed his mid-range shot while still being able to score from drives to the basket consistently</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>Marques Council - wing forward</p>
<ul>
<li>An athletic player who makes an impact on the offensive and defensive ends of the court</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1424337" first="Deston" last="Hubbard"] - combo guard</p>
<ul>
<li>He is a quick guard with the ability to penetrate the lane and finish with creative moves around the hoop</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1406904" first="Luke" last="Williams"] - shooting guard</p>
<ul>
<li>A confident shooter that has never met a shot he didn’t like who can score in bunches during a contest</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id="1454309" first="Julian" last="Semplice"] - point guard</p>
<ul>
<li>His basketball knowledge helps him lead his team on the offensive while still being a threat on the defensive side as well</li>
<li>Prediction: Junior Varsity starter, Varsity playing time</li>
</ul>
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