Western Pennsylvania’s Most Electric Players

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Western PA is full of elite athletes. Here are five hoopers who light up the court with their electric play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"Kaamil “KJ” Jackson","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Upper St. Clair","_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-66da0ca80454a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaamil “KJ” Jackson has the length and athleticism that immediately put him on coaches' radars. As an excellent defender, Jackson excels at jumping passing lanes. And when he gets out in transition, watch out for some monster dunks. Jackson's smooth game and impressive physicality translate into a well-rounded skill set. He has developed a strong mid-range game and is a solid ball handler for his size. His ability to finish at the rim through contact is a testament to his strength and body control. And, Jackson is a capable 3-point shooter, particularly when he has time to set his feet.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1949191"],"_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-66db1cc153268"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1949191' first='Donte' last='Tisinger'] is a versatile and dynamic scorer. His game is defined by his excellent ball-handling skills, speed, and agility. A true finisher, he possesses a natural knack for scoring. This summer, Tisinger has been working tirelessly with Caveman AAU, and it is evident in his play. His stock has risen dramatically over the past year. As he continues to develop his skills, higher-end Division I programs are sure to come calling.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406938"],"_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-66db1cc1532f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1406938' first='Lamont' last='Perkins'] is undoubtedly one of the top athletic talents in Western PA and a true lock-down defender. Offensively, Perkins is versatile, boasting a smooth shooting stroke with good range. His physical strength and toughness set him apart. He finishes well through contact, whether he's driving to the basket or pulling up for a mid-range jumper. Perkins is a well-rounded player with a high basketball IQ. His court vision and passing ability make him an excellent playmaker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406952"],"_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-66db1cc153342"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1406952' first='Owen' last='Proskin'] is quickly establishing himself as one of the top athletes in Western PA. He brings an aggressive rebounding presence to every game, and his physical style of play allows him to dominate the glass. What sets Proskin apart is his combination of size and speed. He runs the floor exceptionally well and finishes strong. His athleticism isn't just limited to the basketball court — as a track star, he brings a level of conditioning and explosiveness that many of his peers lack.</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_tooltip player_id='2710280' first='Damian' last='Harrison']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"New Castle","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Akron Infantry","_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-66db1cc1533d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2710280' first='Damian' last='Harrison']'s athleticism is second to none, and he's a standout on both ends of the court. Offensively, Harrison is an excellent scorer who gets buckets from all three levels. His smooth and effortless movements on the court and elite jumping ability make him a constant threat to finish above the rim or pull up for a shot. Harrison has a reliable mid-range game and is a very solid shooter from beyond the arc. In transition, Harrison excels as both a finisher and a playmaker. He runs the floor well and finishes strong at the rim. His passing ability is also impressive, especially in transition, where he has a great eye for finding teammates and creating easy scoring opportunities. Additionally, Harrison is a good offensive rebounder.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->