SEPA Prospects to Watch in August

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of four prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who we will be watching closely in August.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2301684' first='Kamal' last='Mason'] </strong><strong>– 5'9″ / 2027 / Cheltenham / [program_tooltip program_id='2428253' first='Team' last='Final Red'] / Combo Guard:</strong> Mason is a quick backcourt prospect who owns tight handles and a deep bag of dribble drive moves. Included in that bag is a filthy crossover that enables Mason to get to the rim with ease. His skill set also boasts an accurate 3-point shot, so defenders cannot sag off him. Mason's court vision and unselfish nature make him an extraordinary distributor. On the spring EYBL / CL circuit Mason averaged 15.6 points, 6 assists and 3 steals per contest. During the summer live periods Mason turned heads at marquee events like Philly HS Live and the AC Jam Fest. We are expecting a monster fall ball season from Mason.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1576725' first='Jake' last='Pukszyn'] </strong><strong>– 6'2″ / 2026 / Liberty / PA Coalition / Combo Guard:</strong> When we reviewed our notes from June through the end of July, Pukszyn's name popped up repeatedly. Pukszyn was a top performer at Philly HS Live (17 ppg. &amp; 6 apg.) where he masterfully alternated between leading his team in scoring and working as a pass-first floor general. In July, he was a standout at HGSL grassroots tourneys such as Summer Jam Fest and Summer Finale. In between his weekend runs on the grassroots circuit, Pukszyn was lighting up the Lehigh Valley Summer League. Pukszyn is an elusive ball handler who can create for himself or teammates. He also possesses a jump shot that is accurate from the baseline to the mid-range to behind the arc.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2028256' first='Brandon' last='Russell'] </strong><strong>– 6'5″ / 2025 / Archbishop Ryan / NJ Beasts / Small Forward:</strong> Russell posted a fantastic summer during which he has displayed improved interior footwork as well as scoring skills and a more aggressive approach. Across six contests at Philly HS Live this athletic small forward averaged 17 points and 8 rebounds per game. Included in that fantastic stretch of play was a 30-point out burst against Trinity. During Philly HS Live, Russell scored on quick post ups, via the offensive glass and on the secondary break. In all those scenarios, Russell showed that he can power through contact and convert. Russell was also a top performer at several stops on the July grassroots circuit. He recently picked up offers from St. Francis (PA) and Georgian Court (D2).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2492438' first='Adam' last='Walker'] </strong><strong>– 6'11″ / 2026 / Westtown School / Young &amp; Restless / Power Forward:</strong> This athletic big man displayed a solid interior game at the DMV Live II in June. However, on the July circuit Walker unleashed his full skill set on opponents and proved to be a walking double-double. Last month Walker was extremely effective in the dunker spot where he converted on drop passes as well as alley oops. He also flashed a mid-range jumper and the ability two work in pick and roll action. His length, hops and athleticism enabled Walker to dominate the offensive glass with crowd pleasing put back dunks. On defense, Walker was an intimidating rim protector. After his extraordinary stretch of play in July, Walker was named as a 2^nd Team All-HGSL selection.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->