SEPA ’27s Primed for a Spring Breakout

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of four prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania's Class off 2027 who we believe are set to have their breakout stretch of play during the April grassroots circuit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427367' first='Aiden' last='Diehl'] </strong><strong>– 6'4″ / Cumberland Valley / PA Hoops Academy / Shooting Guard: </strong>During his freshman campaign Diehl posted a stat line of 6.5 points and 2.5 rebounds per game. He hit 45 triples this season on 40% shooting from behind the arc. Diehl scored a season high 18 points (4 threes) vs. Carlisle. When he is not popping threes, Diehl can serve as a secondary ball handler. In that role he can put the ball on the deck to attack the rim or to create opportunities for teammates. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427336' first='Rahkiy' last='Mason'] </strong><strong>– 5'11” / Math, Civics &amp; Sciences / Mt. Pleasant Bulldogs / Combo Guard: </strong>As a freshman, Mason was a reserve on a deep MCS squad that advanced to 3A state semifinals. He is a fast guard with slick handles. That combination makes him a transition threat as well as a dribble drive phenom. In both scenarios, Mason is a creative finisher with a knack for kissing shots off the glass. Defensively, Mason is a menacing defender who turns steals into easy buckets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427375' first='Andre' last='Steele'] </strong><strong>– 6'0″ / Trinity / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Wing</strong>: This Swiss Army knife prospect contributes to every facet of the game. Offensively, Steele can play on fast break, drain threes, slash to the cup for a catch and lay-in and score off the dribble. He posted noteworthy scoring games of 17 points (2 threes) and 6 dimes against Troy as well as 16 points (5 threes) vs. Boiling Springs. At the other end of the court, Steele blocks shots, does work on the boards, and is a tenacious perimeter defender. After the 2023-24 season Steele was a 3^rd Team All-Mid Penn Conference selection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2251709' first='Eric' last='Tati'] – 6'6″ / Academy of New Church / Kingdom Select NXT / Small Forward:</strong> After being a reserve on Central York's 6A state championship team this season, Tati recently announced he is transferring to ANC and reclassing into the 2027 graduation year. This spring Tati's size, athleticism and instincts should enable him to produce monster games on the grassroots circuits. Tati can score in the open court as well as by attacking the rim from the elbows. Plus, he can crash the offensive glass for points. On defense Tati is an excellent rim protector.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->