SEPA 2027s to Watch this Fall

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of Class of 2027 prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who we will be keeping a close eye on during the upcoming fall ball season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2633131' first='Jared' last='Dolimpio'] </strong><strong>– 6'3″ / Cumberland Valley / WV Gold Hoops / Wing:</strong> Despite am impressive run in the 6A state tournament, Dolimpio was still flying under the radar as the spring / summer season tipped off. That all changed when Dolimpio displayed his well-rounded skill set at Philly HS Live. He is a fast and athletic prospect with tremendous open court scoring skills. In the half-court, Dolimpio can drain threes, attack the rim via dribble drives and use well timed off ball movement to produce lay-ins. Dolimpio is on the verge of becoming a major star on the Pennsylvania hoops scene and that ascension will start this fall.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2500914' first='Gerald' last='Gordon'] </strong><strong>– 5'11″ / Bonner &amp; Prendergast / [program_tooltip program_id='2078678' first='East' last='Coast Power'] / Point Guard: </strong>Gordon is a high IQ floor general with speed and elusive handles. That trifecta enables Gordon to push the rock in transition for scores or assists. Those same assets make Gordon a significant dribble drive threat in half-court offenses. Once he is in the paint, Gordon can score at the rim with either hand. If the defense cuts him off, Gordon will slip a dime to the dunker spot or execute a kick-out pass. Another item that should jump out to college coaches is the poise Gordon displays. Gordon never allows the defense to speed him up or take ill-advised shots. At the defensive end of the court, Gordon is a menacing on-ball presence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2400241' first='Jalyn' last='Hopkins'] </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / Abington Friends / BW Elite / Small Forward:</strong> This fall we will be eager to watch how this former West Philadelphia standout fits with his new team. The perimeter combination of Hopkins and [player_tooltip player_id='1848532' first='Zamir' last='Parker-Barnes'] gives Abington Friends an outstanding one-two offensive punch. In fact, the idea of Hopkins and Parker-Barnes running the fast break together should give FSL opponents nightmares. In addition to producing points on the fast break, Hopkins can also score in the mid-range and operate in the dunker spot. His ability to beat defenders off the dribble is a developing weapon. As a bonus, Hopkins is a beast on the boards at both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2427342' first='Rahkiy' last='Mason'] </strong><strong>– 6'0″ / Father Judge / [program_tooltip program_id='2428008' first='Mt.' last='Pleasant Bulldogs'] / Point Guard:</strong> Mason (formerly of MCS) is a perfect fit for the 2024-24 Father Judge team as he does an impressive job of balancing distributing to teammates with his own scoring. His habit of getting teammates involved early and then looking for his shot is a unique approach among high school prospects. Mason's live-dribble passing is an item college coaches will love. When he is looking to score, Mason's best weapon is his ability to attack the cup off the bounce. With his speed and change of direction moves, it is impossible to keep Mason out of the lane. His dribble pull-up game must be respected too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->