SEPA Spring Grassroots Stock Risers: 2024s
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[player_tooltip player_id="1116063" first="Robert" last="Wright III"] (C/O 2024) from Team Final EYBL. Photo: Josh Verlin Below is a look at 15U (2024) prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who played outstanding basketball during the Spring 2021 grassroots circuit and raised their stock with…
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Continue ReadingBelow is a look at 15U (2024) prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who played outstanding basketball during the Spring 2021 grassroots circuit and raised their stock with college coaches.
Jalil Bethea Jalil Bethea 6'4" | SG Archbishop Wood | 2024 State #5 Nation PA – 6’3” / Archbishop Wood / Philly Revolution / Combo Guard: Bethea dominated spring circuit action by scoring at all 3 levels. Bethea is especially deadly from especially from behind the arc (Hit five 3PAs in a W over East Coast Power). Bethea is a very well rounded player and applies constant pressure at the defensive end as well. This spring Bethea showed more than enough to prove that he has DI potential.
Ty Burton Ty Burton 5'10" | PG Moravian Prep | 2024 State NC – 5’10” / Lampeter-Strasburg / Philly Pride National UAA / Point Guard: Burton was simply amazing this spring at marquee events like the Southern Jam Fest (VA) and the UA Memorial Day event in Indiana. This spring Burton had numerous runs where he drained 3 or more treys, including an astonishing 6 threes against AC Georgia. Obviously Burton can splash threes, but he is also very creative around the rim. Additionally, for a kid who can really fill it up, he is a sneaky good facilitator. Any doubts as to whether or not this undersized prospect from Lancaster area is for real have been eliminated.
Dan Curran Dan Curran 5'11" | SG Lansdale Catholic | 2024 State PA – 5’10’’ / Archbishop Carroll / Pro Youth / Shooting Guard: An elite shooting guard who torched the nets from deep all spring, Curran is tremendous at stretching the floor for teammates. In addition to his elite spot up perimeter shooting, Curran showed that he can create space for himself off the dribble so that he can then dial up a 3-ball or get to the mid-range area.
David Fridia David Fridia 6'6" | PF Allentown Central Catholic | 2024 State PA – 6’7” / Allentown Central Catholic / Team Final Red HGSL / Power Forward: Fridia was a dominant interior presence for a Team Final Red squad that was down several bigs because of injuries. In addition to scoring the rock inside (13 points vs. Team Final EYBL), Fridia served a as a fantastic rim protector and cleaned the glass at both ends. In short, this spring Fridia was forced to hold down the paint on his own for TFR against elite competition and he did an excellent job.
Jalen Harper Jalen Harper 6'4" | PG St. Joseph’s Prep | 2024 State PA – 6’0” / St. Joseph’s Prep / Prep Select / Point Guard: This wiry and speedy lead guard was the primary ball handler, playmaker and scorer for Prep Select during the spring circuit. That’s a lot of responsibilities for a true freshman, but Harper excelled in that role. Harper’s quick twitch speed and handles allowed him to get into the paint at will where he can finish through contact. He showed flashes of a solid 3-point shot as well.
Kirby Mooney Kirby Mooney 6'1" | SG William Tennent | 2024 State PA – 6’1” / William Tennent / PA Royals / Combo Guard: An elite slasher who can finish at the rim with either hand, Mooney simply glides on the court. When opponents went zone to keep Mooney out of the lane, he simply shot the lights out from deep. Here’s a look at Mooney’s stat line from Junior 76ers Classic tournament where the Royals went 4-0 and were age group champs — 15.5 ppg. on 50% shooting from the field to go along with 6.7 rpg.
Fazl Oshodi Fazl Oshodi 6'3" | CG Friends Central | 2024 State PA – 5’10” / Friends Central / Philly Pride National UAA / Point Guard: At numerous events this spring Oshodi was a consistent perimeter shot maker. He also killed opponents in transition thanks to his off the charts speed and quickness. Oshodi hit for 15+ points during Philly Pride’s wins over the NJ Panthers and NY Gauchos at The Collision event on Long Island. So you know he can get buckets against the best competition out there. At the defensive end, we really like Oshodi’s energy and swagger.
Jake West Jake West 6'1" | PG William Penn Charter | 2025 State #193 Nation PA – 5’11” / Archbishop Carroll / Team Final Red HGSL / Point Guard: During the Spring 2021 circuit, West provided scoring and playmaking skills from the lead guard spot for TFR. West owns a fluid jumper that is good from behind the arc or in the mid-range. His high basketball IQ was also a key factor for TFR this past season. Recently at the Philly HS Live (Session I) event he continued to play excellent all-around basketball, so we expect huge things from West come July.
Jeremiah White Jeremiah White 6'6" | PF Imhotep Charter | 2024 State PA – 6’6” / Imhotep / Philly Pride National UAA / Wing: White was an athletic force all spring. His long wing span, quick second jump make White an intimidating shot blocker and a beast on the glass. White also has the skills and athleticism to score on second chance opportunities in traffic. What’s more amazing is that White was returning from an injury when the spring circuit tipped off. Now that his timing and fitness have returned, look for this prospect to have a monster July recruiting period.
Robert Wright III Robert Wright III 6'0" | PG Montverde Academy (FL) | 2024 State #35 Nation FL – 5’10” / Neumann-Goretti / Team Final EYBL / Combo Guard: Wright III and Team Final 15Us “played up” in multiple events this spring and for the most part they handled the older competition with ease. For instance playing in the 16U division of the Big Shots / Team Final event, the extremely athletic Wright III helped guide Team Final to the title (23 pts in ‘chip game & age group MVP). He averaged 12 ppg. at that event and against DBA Elite-Burch, he handed out an astonishing 12 dimes. Wright can stroke it from behind the arc and score off the dribble. Obviously he can distribute the rock as well. He already holds numerous DI offers and that list will grow extensively after the July runs.