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Lehigh Valley 2026s to know

Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Tom Keller
Tom Keller July 31, 2025 @ 04:23 PM
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Noah Walakovits
Noah Walakovits 6'0" | SG | 2026
PA
Logan Hahn
Logan Hahn 5'10" | CG | 2026
PA
Cole Dietz
Cole Dietz 6'3" | SF | 2026
PA
Jason Cruciani
Jason Cruciani 6'2" | SF | 2026
PA
Joey Plessl
Joey Plessl 5'9" | SG | 2026
PA
Frankie Pujols
Frankie Pujols 5'9" | CG | 2026
PA
Gavin Kershner
Gavin Kershner 6'4" | PF | 2026
PA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These are a few prospects in the Lehigh Valley to know headed into their senior campaigns. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919090"],"_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-688bdece10188"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cruciani is a threat to run the floor and gets rewarded with easy scoring chances. He uses his length to alter shots and has nice timing. Cruciani shows that he can be a break starter by outletting the ball to teammates who are sprinting down the court. He shows flashes a floor spacer but could work on getting his shot off a tad faster. He is a fundamentally sound player. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919071"],"_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-688bdece1024c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kershner is a sneaky athletic forward who can play around the dunker spots. He is very effective moving without the basketball in his hands. Kershner has an expanded offensive repertoire and has no problem showcasing the many different ways he can put the ball into the bucket. Kershner is very effective on the attack. He is a prospect who should garner a ton of attention from small college programs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919087"],"_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-688bdece102c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pujols stuffs the stat sheet with his balanced play. He is in the right place at the right time to gather steals. Pujols sees the floor and can get the ball to moving slashers. He finds the bucket in different ways and can be a microwave scorer when he gets into a groove. Pujols shows flashes from deep but could take a jump as a shooter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919089"],"_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-688bdece1034b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Plessl is a shifty southpaw who is effective from behind the arc and can make a splash with his shot-making. He has a smooth handle and shows the ability to score off the dribble. He is at his best in the half-court and does a nice job breaking down the game. He plays smart despite his physical limitations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919096"],"_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-688bdece103c4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dietz makes a living from behind the arc and is a threat as a floor spacer. He has some ability to put the ball on the deck. He moves without the basketball in the flow of the offense. Dietz touches the paint on the attack but could improve on getting his foot speed quicker. His vision of the floor is impressive and he can find others for scoring opportunities. </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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-688bdece104cf"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919102"],"_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-688bdece10547"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hahn is a hard nosed guard who makes his presence felt playing on or off the basketball. He has no issue hitting timely shots to shift the momentum of the game. He plays with a chip on his shoulder whenever he steps onto the floor. Hahn has extended range from behind the three point line and is not afraid to hoist up shots, if you leave him open he will exploit you. Hahn is a prospect who should see traction at the small college level with his recruitment. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919109"],"_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-688bdece105bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Walakovits is an offensive juggernaut who has a real nose for finding the hoop in a plethora of ways. He can score on the attack or score from behind the arc. Walakovits plays with no fear and lives for making plays in the big moments. He is at his best when the game is in the half-court. He is primed for a big senior season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These are a few prospects in the Lehigh Valley to know headed into their senior campaigns.

Jason Cruciani

Jason Cruciani

PA
SF
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Jason
Cruciani SF
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Bangor Area
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Cruciani is a threat to run the floor and gets rewarded with easy scoring chances. He uses his...
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Jason Cruciani

State: Pennsylvania
School: Bangor Area
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Gavin Kershner

Gavin Kershner

PA
PF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Gavin
Kershner PF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Nazareth Area
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Kershner is a sneaky athletic forward who can play around the dunker spots. He is very effective moving...
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Gavin Kershner

State: Pennsylvania
School: Nazareth Area
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Frankie Pujols

Frankie Pujols

PA
CG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Frankie
Pujols CG
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
HS
Catasauqua
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Pujols stuffs the stat sheet with his balanced play. He is in the right place at the right...
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Frankie Pujols

State: Pennsylvania
School: Catasauqua
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Joey Plessl

Joey Plessl

PA
SG
HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Joey
Plessl SG
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
HS
Southern Lehigh
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Plessl is a shifty southpaw who is effective from behind the arc and can make a splash with...
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Joey Plessl

State: Pennsylvania
School: Southern Lehigh
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Cole Dietz

Cole Dietz

PA
SF
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Cole
Dietz SF
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Lehighton Area
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Dietz makes a living from behind the arc and is a threat as a floor spacer. He has...
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Cole Dietz

State: Pennsylvania
School: Lehighton Area
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Logan Hahn

Logan Hahn

PA
CG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Logan
Hahn CG
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
HS
Nazareth Area
|
PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Hahn is a hard nosed guard who makes his presence felt playing on or off the basketball. He...
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Logan Hahn

State: Pennsylvania
School: Nazareth Area
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Noah Walakovits

Noah Walakovits

PA
SG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
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Noah
Walakovits SG
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
HS
Northampton Area
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PA
Lehigh Valley 2026s to know
Walakovits is an offensive juggernaut who has a real nose for finding the hoop in a plethora of...
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Noah Walakovits

State: Pennsylvania
School: Northampton Area
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