Summer Stock Risers of Western PA
These talented WPIAL players rose to the occasion this spring and summer on the AAU circuit for their respective programs. Look for continued success and high level performances from all included moving forward this winter on the high school scene.…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThese talented WPIAL players rose to the occasion this spring and summer on the AAU circuit for their respective programs. Look for continued success and high level performances from all included moving forward this winter on the high school scene.
Xzavier Rodgers Xzavier Rodgers 6'1" | CG Obama Academy | 2023 State PA / Obama Academy High School / Urban Impact AAU
6’2 combo guard / Class of 2023
- He is an extremely athletic and motivated young man who likes to have the ball in his hands often to lead his squad
- Watching him push the ball up the court in transition is a strong suit of his arsenal
- Xzavier will be the top player on his team this upcoming high school season
Makhi Valentine / Steel Valley High School / Western PA Pride FCAA AAU
6’3 combo guard / Class of 2023
- After picking up two division 1 offers this spring/summer this young man has his sights set on many more
- Look for his senior year of high school to be an explosive one on the court with a balanced skillset
- Makhi is a hard working kid with all the natural abilities to continue his strive toward achieving his goals
Peter Kramer Peter Kramer 6'4" | SG Hampton | 2024 State PA / Hampton High School / Mason Elite AAU
6’3 combo guard / Class of 2024
- This talented overall balanced performer has devleoped an inside/outside game to compliment all his other attributes
- With his transfer back to his home school watch for him to continue to play at a high level
- Peter has outstanding basketball knowledge that helps be successful on the court
Adam Bilinsky Adam Bilinsky 6'3" | SF Norwin | 2023 State PA / Norwin High School / Mason Elite AAU
6’3 wing forward / Class of 2023
- A slasher that can get to the rim consistently from the baseline with dunks on his opponents
- He developed an all-around offensive game this AAU season
- Adam is garnering a variety of interest on the collegiate level with top level performances
Rowan Carmichael Rowan Carmichael 5'11" | CG Avonworth | 2025 State PA / Avonworth High School / PK Flash AAU
5’10 combo guard / Class of 2025
- A sharpshooting guard with the ability to knock down deep perimeter shots in the open court or coming off screens in the half court set
- He has a high basketball IQ and looks to create opportunites to score consistently during a game
- Rowan’s future is bright and will continue to make a big impact in the next few seasons
Sawyer Butler Sawyer Butler 5'11" | PG Beaver | 2023 State PA / Beaver High School / West Penn AAU
5’11 point guard / Class of 2023
- This skilled ball handler and excellent passer likes to get his teammates involved throughout the entirety of a contest
- His knowledge of the game is a positive asset which helps him be a quality leader and coach on the floor
- Sawyer will definitely have the chance to play basketball at the college level