4A State Tourney: SEPA Prospects to Keep an Eye On In 1st Round

Below is a preview of prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who college coaches need to watch during the 1st round of PIAA 4A state tournament.    In 2024-25, this lefty point-forward displayed a much-improved offensive skill set. Butts had operated as a “big guard” who could muscle his way to the rim off the dribble for a bucket. He also used his speed and handles to go coast-to-coast for scores and assists. Then during his junior campaign, Butts (13 ppg.) proved he could operate as pass first floor general and splash threes from all over the court. This season his court visions and live dribble passing have ben impressive. Plus, he increased the range on his shooting stroke. A highlight for Butts this season was his 24-point (4 3PM) performance against La Academia Charter. At the other end of the court, Butts is a plus defender who can switch 2 through 5.     Harper is a multi-skilled guard prospect who caught fire in the District 3-4A tournament. During the regular season, Harper averaged 6 points per night, but across Berk's run to the D3-4A title, he increased his output to 10 ppg. Included in his stellar post season stretch was a season high 15-point effort (3 3PM) in a win over Bishop McDevitt. Harper can generate points at every level. He excels at blowing past defenders with the dribble on the fast break as well as in the half-court. His jumper is highly accurate in the mid-range and from behind the 3-point line. Harper is a polished pick-n-roll ball handler too.     Corcoran is an incredible athlete who also is a standout for the Shanahan football team. On the hoops court, Corcoran (12 pts. & 4 rebs. per game) used his feathery jump shot and dribble drive skills to help Shanahan capture the District 1-4A title. Corcoran's jumper possesses a quick release and logo distance range. He excels at moving without the ball which makes him difficult to guard on the perimeter. When he attacks the rim, Corcoran will catch opponents by surprise with his ability to elevate for a flush. This high IQ guard is a creative passer too. This season Corcoran's impressive scoring games included a season high 18 points versus Downingtown East as well as posting 17 points against Unionville. Plus, Corcoran was clutch against top competition. He notched 16 points vs. PCL semifinalist Devon Prep and 14 points against D1-6A tournament semifinalist Coatesville.     How this crazy athletic three-level scoring machine with ridiculous hops remains available is a mystery. In the regular season, Vigo (East Penn Conference POY) posted games of 42 points (3 triples) and 35 points (1 three). Most recently Vigo poured in 38 points (2 3PM) in ACC's District 11-4A title game win over Northwestern Lehigh. Vigo (1,500+ career points) is unstoppable in transition as well as off the dribble in the half-court. He owns the physicality and solid frame to finish through contact at the rim. Or Vigo can use his agility and high IQ to score with a creative touch. His 3-point shooting must be respected too. Vigo holds an offer from Caldwell University (D2), but more coaches need to be contacting this unicorn.

Below is a preview of prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who college coaches need to watch during the 1^st round of PIAA 4A state tournament.