SEPA Late July Recruiting Update

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of the latest happenings on the recruiting scene in southeastern Pennsylvania (and beyond).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>SEPA Recruiting News</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2251705' first='Dionycius' last='Bakare'] </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / Phelps School / UPlay Canada / Small Forward: </strong>Bakare is an athletic hybrid-forward who registered his national breakout at EYBL Kansas City. He averaged 22 points per game during that EYBL circuit stop and recorded 26 points to go along with 8 rebounds against Team Why Not. As a result of his recent outstanding play, Bakare received an offer from Arizona State.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1460634' first='Everett' last='Barnes'] </strong><strong>– 6'9″ / 2025 / Father Judge / [program_tooltip program_id='2078697' first='Philly' last='Pride'] UAA / Power Forward: </strong>It has been an tremendous summer for Barnes who was a standout at the Philly HS Live sessions and posted an impressive July circuit. Those fantastic runs produced offers from St. Bonaventure and Loyola (MD).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1230538' first='Zane' last='Conlon'] </strong><strong>– 6'4″ / 2025 / Devon Prep / [program_tooltip program_id='2428253' first='Team' last='Final Red'] / Wing: </strong>Conlon assembled an epic junior campaign as he averaged 17 points and 9 rebounds per game as he pushed DP to the 3A state title. He was named 1^st Team 3A All-State and 2nd Team All-PCL. Last week Conlon took an unofficial visit to the campus of division three powerhouse Swarthmore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1764219' first='Jake' last='Dallas'] </strong><strong>– 6'3” / 2025 / York Catholic / [program_tooltip program_id='2428253' first='Team' last='Final Red'] EYBL / Shooting Guard:</strong> In 2023-24 Dallas (1,000+ point scorer) averaged 23 points and 5 rebounds per night while shooting 37% on threes. He was a 1st Team All-YAIAA as well as a 2nd Team 3A All-State selection. Recently, Dallas pulled in an offer from Hood College (D3).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1460800' first='Jordan' last='Ellerbee'] </strong><strong>– 6'2” / 2025 / St. Joe's Prep / NJ Scholars EYBL / Combo Guard: </strong>After averaging 14.7 points, 6 rebounds and 4. 5 assists per game this winter, Ellerbee was dominant at Philly HS Live as well as on the summer grassroots circuit. His extraordinary play of late has produced a host of offers. The latest coming in from Robert Morris.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1406792' first='Zaahir' last='Muhammad-Gray'] </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / 2026 / Imhotep Charter / [program_tooltip program_id='2078682' first='K-Low' last='Elite'] / Small Forward:</strong> The No. 1 rated prospect in our latest Class of 2026 rankings just received offers from Temple and LaSalle. We expect that this athletic hybrid-forward with a large wingspan, quick feet and outstanding offensive instincts will pull in many more offers as the summer winds down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1576723' first='Mani' last='Sajid'] </strong><strong>– 6'4″ / 2026 / Plymouth Whitemarsh / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Shooting Guard:</strong> During last month's Philly HS Live sessions Sajid destroyed opponents with his three-level scoring. This past week, Temple acknowledged Sajid's dynamic skill set by sending him an offer. He also holds offers from Penn State and LaSalle. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1271429' first='Kai' last='Shinholster'] </strong><strong>– 6'3″ / 2025 / Penn Charter / [program_tooltip program_id='2078682' first='K-Low' last='Elite'] 3SSB / Shooting Guard:</strong> Shinholster's pile continues to grow as he just added offers from Minnesota and LaSalle. He is a 3-point bomber with a dribble drive skill set that is developing rapidly. His outstanding play during the June live period obviously grabbed the attention of college coaches. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>SEPA Commitments</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bahsil Laster </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / 2024 / Academy of New Church / NJ Scholars EYBL / Combo Guard</strong>: In his senior year, Laster averaged 16 points, 6 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game while shooting 43% from deep. He led ANC to a 22-5 record, the FSL tournament title and the semifinals of the PAISAA state tourney. After considering a host of offers, Laster decided to commit to Harcum College (JUCO).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1271438' first='Jahmare' last='Memphis'] </strong><strong>– 6'0” / 2025 / Westtown School / [program_tooltip program_id='2423459' first='PA' last='Hoops Academy'] / Point Guard:</strong> Memphis just announced his commitment to LaSalle. He is a crafty lead guard who can score off the dribble and pop threes. However, it is his ability to run a team and deliver timely passes that Fran Dunphy and the LaSalle staff will love the most. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->