5 Catholic School Standouts in Western PA

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Catholic schools have a long and successful history in Western Pennsylvania. Here are five standout players among their ranks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2288500"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cspan style=u0022font-weight: 400u0022u003eMichael Thompson is an exciting junior prospect who is continuing to grow. In fact, he's add another 2-3 inches to his height in the last year. He has an impressive set of physical tools. He has good speed and agility, and when attacking the rim, Thompson utilizes crafty moves to create space. His elite leaping ability also allows him to play above the rim and finish strong. On the offensive end Thompson has really worked on his shooting. He has a lethal pull-up jump shot from mid-range. He gets incredible elevation on his jumper. He is connecting with 50% of his 3-point attempts on the AAU circuit. Perhaps his most intriguing skill is his excellent court vision and passing ability. Thompson makes the smart read time after time, zipping pinpoint passes to teammates in stride for easy baskets. 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