As we embark on a new school year this September in Western Pennsylvania, a good amount of student-athletes have transferred to other school districts. While making the decision to transfer for better academic opportunities or family situations, these players look to continue their high-level performance on the court as well. Hopefully, the new surroundings for these young men of WPIAL teams will bring a different perspective that will prepare them for their future endeavors.
With state guidelines declaring student-athletes ineligible for postseason play if they transfer after their sophomore year of high school, a growing number of appeals will soon be heard by the board of directors. As some of these situations develop across the Pittsburgh area, it will be quite interesting to observe the process over the next few months. Here at Prep Hoops PA, we will continue to follow these talented players at their current high schools.
Debaba Tshiebwe / Central Catholic High School
6'6 / Junior / power forward / transferred from West Virginia HS
- A dominating post player that continues to work hard to fine-tune his craft
- He has the ability to be a game-changer in the paint on the defensive end
- Debaba will
As we embark on a new school year this September in Western Pennsylvania, a good amount of student-athletes have transferred to other school districts. While making the decision to transfer for better academic opportunities or family situations, these players look to continue their high-level performance on the court as well. Hopefully, the new surroundings for these young men of WPIAL teams will bring a different perspective that will prepare them for their future endeavors.
With state guidelines declaring student-athletes ineligible for postseason play if they transfer after their sophomore year of high school, a growing number of appeals will soon be heard by the board of directors. As some of these situations develop across the Pittsburgh area, it will be quite interesting to observe the process over the next few months. Here at Prep Hoops PA, we will continue to follow these talented players at their current high schools.
Debaba Tshiebwe / Central Catholic High School
6'6 / Junior / power forward / transferred from West Virginia HS
A dominating post player that continues to work hard to fine-tune his craft
He has the ability to be a game-changer in the paint on the defensive end
Debaba will bring toughness to his new team that could take them to another level
Deandre Moye
Deandre
Moye
6'1" | CG
Aliquippa | 2023
State
PA
/ Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School
6’2 / Junior / combo guard / transferred from Aliquippa HS
This athletic combo guard has the skills necessary to take over game situations
A knowledgeable player with high energy who is a leader on the floor
Deandre is going to be a quality with the Lincoln Park Leopards
Damon Astorino
Damon
Astorino
6'2" | CG
Eden Christian Academy | 2023
State
PA
/ Eden Christian Academy High School
6’2 / Junior / combo guard / transferred from Ambridge HS
A talented all-around player with a high basketball IQ that plays hard on both ends of the court
He can penetrate the lane, knock down jumpers, and post up smaller guards
Damon has the ability to be a difference-maker at Eden Christian Academy.
Kaleb Pryor
Kaleb
Pryor
5'10" | PG
Norwin | 2023
State
PA
/ Gateway High School
5’11 / Junior / point guard / transferred from Norwin HS
The high motor of this young man is impressive throughout an entire contest
A creative performer on the offensive end of the floor who creates opportunities for his team
Kaleb goes back to his former school and will look to help them succeed
DaJaun Young / New Castle High School
6’2 / Junior / wing forward / transferred from Kennedy Catholic HS
He has developed an overall balanced game during his high school years
This hooper has the unselfishness to do whatever it takes to help his teammates
DaJaun heads to his hometown school and looks forward to the opportunity
Drew Sleva
Drew
Sleva
5'10" | PG
Montour | 2023
State
PA
/ Chartiers Valley High School
6’0 / Junior / shooting guard / transferred from Montour HS
An extremely talented three-point shooter coming off screens or when open in the corner/wing
A player that can handle the ball with precision and who uses his creativity on the break
Drew should help extend the floor with his new high school
Connor Spratt
Connor
Spratt
6'1" | PG
Seton LaSalle | 2023
State
PA
/ Seton LaSalle High School
6’1 / Junior / point guard / Peters Township HS
The ability to handle defensive pressure and find the open man is a definite strong point of this player
He can create opportunities for himself, as well as his teammates during a game
Connor will provide the necessary guard play for his new team
Ian Herring
Ian
Herring
6'3" | SF
Quaker Valley | 2023
PA
/ Kiski School
6’4 / Sophomore / wing forward / transferred from Quaker Valley HS
A long, lanky player that will bring the athleticism on the fast break with strong finishes at the rim
This youngster has worked on improving his game in the half-court set
Ian made the jump to the Kiski School to take his game to the next level
Vinnie DePaula
Vinnie
DePaula
5'9" | PG
Seneca Valley | 2024
State
PA
/ Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School
6’0 / Sophomore / point guard / transferred from Seneca Valley HS
This quick, shifty guard looks to make his teammates better each time he steps on the floor
He has above-average ball-handling ability that creates problems for his opponents
Vinnie can become a quality player for his new squad this season
Ty Iwanonkiw
Ty
Iwanonkiw
6'9" | SF
Central Catholic | 2024
State
PA
/ North Allegheny High School
6’9 / Sophomore / wing forward / transferred from Central Catholic HS
An extremely tall and long wing forward that likes to shoot from the perimeter
He has the ability to finish well in transition at the basket
Ty will be a welcomed addition to his new school program
