State Tourney: SEPA Underclassmen to Watch on Friday
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Below is a review of five underclassmen to watch during Friday’s PIAA state tournament games. Stephon Ashley-Wright Stephon Ashley-Wright 5'11" | PG Neuman-Goretti | 2026 State PA – 6’0” / 2026 / Neumann-Goretti / Team Final Red / Point Guard:…
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Continue ReadingBelow is a review of five underclassmen to watch during Friday’s PIAA state tournament games.
Stephon Ashley-Wright Stephon Ashley-Wright 5'11" | PG Neuman-Goretti | 2026 State PA – 6’0” / 2026 / Neumann-Goretti / Team Final Red / Point Guard: Ashley-Wright is a transition phenom because he is one of the fastest and most elusive guards in the region. As a nice bonus, he can dial up threes from anywhere on the court. In 2023-24 he averaged 11 points, 3 assists and 4 rebounds per game. However, during the 4A state tourney Ashley-Wright has taken his game to another level. In NG’s 1st Round contest, Ashley-Wright posted 12 points, 10 dimes and 7 rebounds. Then on Tuesday he exploded for 28 points (4 threes) to go along with 8 assists and 5 rebounds in the Saints 2nd Round win.
James Brenner James Brenner 6'7" | SG Unionville | 2026 State PA – 6’5″ / 2026 / Unionville / East Coast Power / Wing: Brenner is a versatile stretch-4 prospect who does a tremendous job of playing off Unionville’s highly skilled trio of senior guards. He possesses a feathery jump shot, can score off the bounce and in the open court or via quick post ups. His 16 points and 8 rebounds performance in the District 1-5A semifinals helped the Longhorns cruise to the 5A District title. He is averaging 8.5 points per game across Unionville’s two 5A state tournament wins. Brenner olds offers from Sacred Heart and Bryant University
Darrell Davis – 5’11” / 2027 / Archbishop Carroll / Team Takeover / Combo Guard: This past week Davis (11 / 4 / 4 per) has registered two extraordinarily impressive games. During Carroll’s 1st Round win in the 4A tournament, Davis poured in 23 points (4 3PM) and grabbed 4 boards. Next, he stuffed the stat book with 14 points (4 3PM), 9 rebounds and 4 blocks in Carroll’s 2nd Round victory over Allentown Central Catholic. In addition to lacing threes, Davis is a fast and shifty ball handler. That combination makes him a serious transition threat. In the half-court Davis can use those same assets to attack the cup. Davis holds an offer from Providence.
Zion Green Zion Green 6'7" | PF Imhotep Charter | 2027 State PA – 6’7” / 2027 / Imhotep Charter / We R1 / Wing: Green is a wiry stretch-4 with ridiculous upside. He can score off the dribble or with his extremely accurate jump shot. Green is athletic and runs the floor extremely well, so he is an effective on the fast break. His ability to turn offensive rebounds into points is impressive too. Green’s enormous wingspan and hops, enable him to serve as an intimidating rim protector and clean the glass at both ends. Earlier this week Green posted 12 points in Imhotep’s 5A 2nd Round win. He holds an offer from UTEP.
Sahin Rodriguez Sahin Rodriguez 6'0" | CG Carver - Engineering & Sciences | 2026 State PA – 6’0” / 2026 / Engineering & Sciences / Combo Guard: This sophomore possesses all the skill sets college coaches look for in a guard. Rodriguez can run as a primary ball handler or slide off-ball. As a point guard Rodriguez can score and distribute off the dribble. He can also direct half-court sets and serve as a one man press break. At the shooting guard spot, Rodriguez will knock down triples and slash to cup for buckets. At the other end of the court, Rodriguez is a plus defender. Rodriguez has pushed E&S to the 4A quarterfinals by scoring 15 points (1 three) in their 1st Round win over Pottsville and then 11 points in their 2nd Round triumph over Danville.