SEPA Mid-October 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='2398422' first='Korey' last='Francis'] – 5'10” / 2027 / Bonner &amp; Prendergast / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Point Guard:</strong> This fall at marquee events like the Big 64 Showcase, Francis has scored at all three levels and facilitated for teammates. Francis has also thrived at producing points on the fast break. So, it should not come as a surprise that Francis just picked up an offer from Bryant.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2226450' first='Hayden' last='Johns'] </strong><strong>– 6'6” / 2025 / Perkiomen School / U-Play Canada / Small Forward:</strong> This long and athletic hybrid-forward with an automatic 3-point shot recently received an offer from Jefferson University (D3). Johns would be a major addition for the Jefferson program as he would add scoring, versatility, and a championship pedigree to their lineup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2251704' first='Ethan' last='Johnston'] – 6'5” / 2026 / Hill School / New York Rens / Wing:</strong> Johnston (1st Team All-MAPL in 2023-24) is a multi-skilled perimeter prospect whose recruiting has picked up serious momentum. Two weeks ago, Virginia and Xavier were in. This past week it was Notre and Davidson that checked up on Johnston. He is a Top 10 prospect in our 2026 rankings with an elite two-way skill set.   </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2206834' first='Caleb' last='Lundy'] – 6'4” / 2027 / Archbishop Wood / NJ Shoreshots UAA / Shooting Guard:</strong> This off-season Lundy was one of the highest profile transfers to enter the SEPA basketball scene. The former Top 20 New Jersey prospect is a versatile and talented guard who puts constant pressure on opponents with his downhill style. This week coaches from Notre Dame were on campus to watch Lundy work out.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2364681' first='Marquis' last='Newson'] – 6'4″ / 2027 / Academy of the New Church / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Combo Guard:</strong> The No. 4 ranked 2027 prospect has proven this fall that he can dominate any game with well-rounded skill set. On offensive Newson is a walking bucket but is still willing to make the extra pass. He is also a plus rebounder and a menacing on-ball defender. Recently coaches from BYU were in to watch Newson practice.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2450782' first='Rowan' last='Phillips'] – 6'4″ / 2028 / Archbishop Wood / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Shooting Guard:</strong> One of the most highly touted 2028s in the region is already garnering attention from college coaches. For example, earlier this month coaches from Penn State were in the watch Phillips practice. Phillips possesses intriguing physical assets as well as a polished three level scoring skill set and an aggressive approach.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2380119' first='Rowan' last='Romero'] – 6'5″ / 2025 / Lansdale Catholic / Bux-Mont Blue Devils / Wing:</strong> In 2023-24 Romero averaged 10 points and 4 rebounds per game. Then this summer he posted an impressive stretch of runs during which he splashed jumpers from all over the court. That stellar play kicked his recruiting into hyper-drive. This month he has taken a visit to D3 powerhouse Randolph Macon as well as Moravian University (D3). On his visit to Moravian, the Greyhounds staff gave Romero an offer.  </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1136565' first='Jake' last='West'] – 6'2″ / 2025 / Penn Charter / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL / Point Guard:</strong> It has been a busy start to October for the No. 6 ranked 2025 prospect. Last weekend he was at Northwestern for an official visit. Then this week Chris Collins and members of his staff were on campus at PC to watch West. Two days ago, West announced that he had cut his final list to Northwestern, Coastal Carolina, VCU, Florida and UNC Charlotte. Lastly, West stated that he will give his verbal commitment next Tuesday at 6:00PM. Stay tuned!!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->