Blake Marchinke Blake Marchinke 5'11" | PG/SG Cranberry | 2027 State PA has already put together the type of résumé that should have more people talking about him soon. The Cranberry guard is a two-time District 9 Class 3A champion, was named the KSAC MVP as a junior and earned First Team All-District 9 honors. For a player who impacts winning in so many different ways, Marchinke remains one of the more underrated guards in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Marchinke is an excellent spot-up shooter with deep range and a quick release. Defenders cannot afford to lose track of him away from the basketball. Marchinke sees the floor well and has developed into an excellent facilitator. There is also more athleticism in his game than defenders initially expect. Marchinke runs the floor well and he is not afraid of contact. Marchinke is a true winner. He helped Cranberry capture its first District 9 championship since 2008 during his sophomore season, then repeated as Class 3A champion with Marchinke serving as the team’s leader at point guard. For DIII programs looking for a tough and high IQ guard, get to a Cranberry game this winter and check out Black Marchinke.

Blake Marchinke Blake Marchinke 5'11" | PG/SG Cranberry | 2027 State PA is a multi-sport athlete, a proven winner, and one of the most productive backcourt players in his area. He has already helped lead Cranberry to a District 9 Class 3A title and earned All-District recognition last season. He boasts an overall feel for the flow of the game. He sees the floor well and makes good decisions. He is the type of guard who runs the offense and becomes an extension of the coaching staff while on the floor. Marchinke has deep range, gets his shot off quickly, and is lights out when he has his feet set. He is not afraid to mix it up physically and brings a tenacious defensive attitude.