Spring Grassroots Circuit: SEPA ’25s to Watch
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Below are five prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania’s Class of 2025 that we will be keeping an eye on during the spring grassroots circuit. Sebastian Edwards – 6’3″/ Roman Catholic / East Coast Power / Wing: Edwards is a long, active,…
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Continue ReadingBelow are five prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania’s Class of 2025 that we will be keeping an eye on during the spring grassroots circuit.
Sebastian Edwards – 6’3″/ Roman Catholic / East Coast Power / Wing: Edwards is a long, active, and multi-skilled backcourt prospect who was a reserve for Roman during the PCL season. However, in the post season he was pressed into regular minutes after two of Roman starters were deemed ineligible by the PIAA. He quickly proved to be an extremely capable scorer with a highly accurate 3-point shot. Edwards even scored a game-high 15 points (3 triples) in Roman’s 1st Round 6A state tournament victory. In addition to his perimeter shooting, Edwards has the size and physicality to convert in traffic. On defense he can defend 1 through 4.
Ezra Jackson – 6’2″/ Reading / PMT Warriors / Wing: In 2022-23 this wiry lefty was a post season call-up for Reading’s 6A state championship team. Jackson is extremely athletic and fast, so he can fill a lane on the fast break where he is a creative finisher. He also owns a with solid mid-range game as well. His length, athleticism and lateral quickness enable Jackson to be a plus defender. His ability to turn steals / deflection into easy buckets is noteworthy. Jackson is a prospect built for the wide-open style typical of grassroots tourneys.
Daveyon Lydner Daveyon Lydner 6'2" | CG Westtown School | 2025 State PA – 6’3” / William Penn / Team Final Red / Wing: Simply put,Lydner is aversatile playmaker at both ends. He can score off the dribble, shoot threes, rebound, distribute, and defend. This winter he averaged 13 points and 4 rebounds per game. He posted several double-doubles and was a 2nd Team York Adams League (Div. 1) selection. With his speed, next level athleticism, slashing style, and ability to play above the rim, Lydner is a perfect fit for grassroots circuit action. So, we are expecting a breakout spring from Lydner that puts his name on the recruiting map.
Devon Nelson – 6’2″/ Upper Merion / Philly Revolution / Combo Guard: During the 2022-23 season Nelson averaged 10 point per game, hung a 30-spot on Pottstown and was a 1st Team All-PAC (Frontier Division) selection. That is a solid sophomore campaign. Still, we believe Nelson has another level to his game that could reveal itself on the spring circuit. Nelson is an amazing transition player who can weave his way through an entire team and then finish with either hand. In the half court, his change of pace dribble moves get Nelson to the rack with ease. If his 3-point shooting continues to develop, his recruiting stock will skyrocket.
Nasir Williams Nasir Williams 5'11" | CG Sankofa Freedom Academy | 2025 State PA – 5’11″/ Sankofa Freedom Academy / Philly Pride Select / Point Guard: Williams (11.5 ppg. & 3 apg.) is an elusive lead guard who uses the dribble to create scoring opportunities for himself and teammates. With his tight handles and shifty moves, Williams carves up man-to-man or zone defenses. If a defender chooses to sag off Williams, he will drain threes all day (35%). Williams also possesses excellent foot speed and gets downhill quickly. When you combine these offensive assets, Williams should post eye popping numbers on the spring grassroots.