Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • Freshman Showcase Freshman Showcase
    • Sophomore ID Camp Sophomore ID Camp
    • The Expo The Expo
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Archived Rankings

    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

  • Club Programs
  • Player Database
  • Scouts
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • Freshman Showcase Freshman Showcase
      • Sophomore ID Camp Sophomore ID Camp
      • The Expo The Expo
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know

Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know
TC Jones
TC Jones May 31, 2024 @ 01:28 PM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Kane Eggerton
Kane Eggerton 6'2" | CG | 2027
PA
Daniel Slizik
Daniel Slizik 5'11" | PG | 2026
PA
Lamont Perkins
Lamont Perkins 6'4" | PF | 2026
PA
Nathan Wesling
Nathan Wesling 6'0" | CG | 2025
PA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These Pittsburgh area guards are primed for big high school seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='2834816' first='Kane' last='Eggerton']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'0u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Thomas Jefferson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Scoring Factory Elite","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665a16b2ae037"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2834816' first='Kane' last='Eggerton'] is already turning heads in the 2027 class. At 6'0" and possessing a strong, sturdy build, the young guard has excellent size and athleticism for his age. On the offensive end, Eggerton already displays a potent inside-outside game. He has a smooth shooting. Eggerton shows a quick release and is able to square up and fire from multiple spots on the floor. He also can put the ball on the deck and get to the rim as a slasher. Eggerton shows plenty of defensive intensity. He has quick hands and feet and applies strong on-ball pressure. Eggerton clearly takes pride in his defense. With his size and athleticism at the guard position, he has all the physical tools to develop into an elite player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406938"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665a16b2ae0c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1406938' first='Lamont' last='Perkins'] has immense upside at 6'4". On the offensive end, Perkins has a well-rounded arsenal. He can stroke it from deep or pull up off the bounce. With his size and physicality, he is able to overpower smaller defenders and finish strongly through contact around the basket Equally impressive are Perkins' ball skills and vision as a playmaker. Perkins has great instincts and feel for the game. Where Perkins truly separates himself is on the defensive end. His combination of length, lateral quickness, and strength make him an absolute menace guarding the ball. Perkins gets low in a stance and is able to stay in front of fast guards. He has active hands and instincts to jump passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1454308"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665a16b2ae12b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Danny Slizik has been showcasing an increasingly versatile skill set for the Steeltown AAU program. What has always stood out about Slizik is his elite shooting stroke. He has a compact, repeatable release. With his feet set, he is absolutely lethal from three-point range. While Slizik was more of a specialist last season for Chartiers Valley, his game has expanded tremendously in the early AAU period. He has taken on more of a scoring load, becoming far more aggressive putting the ball on the floor. Slizik has shown the ability to blow by defenders and finish plays around the basket. After earning Honorable Mention All-Section honors a year ago, it's clear Slizik is elevating his game for the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406036"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665a16b2ae181"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Nate Wesling is one of the premier scoring threats in the WPIAL. Wesling's calling card is his lightning-quick first step and ability to blow by defenders. He has a tight handle and impressive body control. Wesling uses hesitation dribbles and changes of speed well. Wesling has a smooth stroke to beyond the three-point line. Wesling also shows outstanding poise and decision-making with the ball in his hands. He reads the floor well, making the extra pass when defenses collapse. Wesling's basketball IQ is truly impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Drew Cook","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"South Allegheny","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"DuBois Dream","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-665a16b2ae212"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Drew Cook has put the Pittsburgh region on notice with his play this AAU season. The 5'10" combo guard has poured in multiple 20-point games while showcasing his full offensive arsenal on the NXTPRO Hoops circuit. What immediately jumps out is Cook's athleticism. Offensively, he provides scoring punch from all three levels. Cook has a smooth stroke from beyond the arc and is able to catch-and-shoot or create space to get his jumper off the dribble.Cook clearly understands situational basketball. He makes smart decisions in transition. On the defensive end, Cook showcases tremendous hustle, utilizing quick hands and feet to generate deflections and steals. His lateral quickness allows him to stay attached to any guard he defends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These Pittsburgh area guards are primed for big high school seasons.

<span class="pn-tooltip pn-player-link">
        <span class="name-pointer">Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know</span>
        <span class="info-box not-prose" style="background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(247,101,23, 0.95) 0%,rgba(247,101,23, 1) 100%)">
            <a href="https://prephoops.com/2024/05/pittsburgh-area-guards-you-need-to-know/" class="link-wrap">
                                    <span class="player-img"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/06/Generic-Featured-Image-5.jpg?w=150&h=150&crop=1" alt="Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know"></span>
                
                <span class="player-details">
                    <span class="first-name">Pittsburgh</span>
                    <span class="last-name">Area Guards You Need to Know</span>
                    <span class="measurables">
                                            </span>
                                    </span>
                <span class="player-rank">
                                                        </span>
                                    <span class="state-abbr"></span>
                            </a>

            
        </span>
    </span>

Kane Eggerton Kane Eggerton 6'2" | CG Thomas Jefferson | 2027 State PA

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS CG
CLASS 2027

Kane Eggerton Kane Eggerton 6'2" | CG Thomas Jefferson | 2027 State PA

School: Thomas Jefferson
Club: Scoring Factory Elite
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Lamont Perkins

Lamont Perkins

PA
PF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Lamont
Perkins PF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Mckeesport
|
PA
Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know
Lamont Perkins has immense upside at 6’4″. On the offensive end, Perkins has a well-rounded arsenal. He can...
Written by TC Jones
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Lamont Perkins

Instagram Twitter
State: Pennsylvania
School: Mckeesport
Club: 412 Ambassadors
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Daniel Slizik

Daniel Slizik

PA
PG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Daniel
Slizik PG
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
HS
Chartiers Valley
|
PA
Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know
Danny Slizik has been showcasing an increasingly versatile skill set for the Steeltown AAU program. What has always...
Written by TC Jones
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Daniel Slizik

State: Pennsylvania
School: Chartiers Valley
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Nathan Wesling

Nathan Wesling

PA
CG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS CG
CLASS 2025
View Player
​
Nathan
Wesling CG
Class
2025
Height
6'0"
HS
Baldwin
|
PA
Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know
Nate Wesling is one of the premier scoring threats in the WPIAL. Wesling’s calling card is his lightning-quick...
Written by TC Jones
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Nathan Wesling

State: Pennsylvania
School: Baldwin
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Drew Cook

Drew Cook

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2026

Drew Cook

School: South Allegheny
Club: DuBois Dream
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Rankings

318 Players Ranked

  • 1
    Derrick Morton-Rivera

    Derrick Morton-Rivera

    Father Judge

  • 2
    Ethan Johnston

    Ethan Johnston

    Hill School

    Marquette
  • 3
    Zaahir Muhammad-Gray

    Zaahir Muhammad-Gray

    Imhotep Charter

  • 4
    Luca Foster

    Luca Foster

    Link Academy

  • 5
    Sammy Jackson

    Sammy Jackson

    Roman Catholic

    VCU
View Full Rankings

Related Articles

  • Crozier Summer League: Top Performers

    Crozier Summer League: Top Performers

    Chad Graham • August 6

  • 2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p3

    2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p3

    Chad Graham • August 3

  • 2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p2

    2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p2

    Chad Graham • August 3

  • July 2027 Stock Rising Guards

    July 2027 Stock Rising Guards

    Tom Keller • August 2

  • 2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p1

    2025 Out of Your League Standouts, p1

    Chad Graham • August 1

Loading...
Home Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Area Guards You Need to Know

Prep Network

  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.