WPIAL 2023 Guards On The Rise
In this article:
The guards in the Class of 2022 were some of the best the WPIAL has seen in some time as a collective, but the 2023’s are right there with them in terms of depth of talent. Today we feature several…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThe guards in the Class of 2022 were some of the best the WPIAL has seen in some time as a collective, but the 2023’s are right there with them in terms of depth of talent. Today we feature several players to watch this summer and into the winter season.
Andrew Maddalon Andrew Maddalon 6'2" | SG North Catholic | 2023 State PA | 6’2” | G |North Catholic
A strong guard with good handles who attacks the basket and can finish at the rim with both hands. His first step is quick enough to beat most defenders and if he catches a mismatch with a bigger, less fleet-of-foot player guarding him, he can take that defender to the hole easier. Runs the floor well and finishes through contact. He played well in their showcase games as a junior and will continue to drive the bus as a senior. He plays AAU for PK Flash. The regional D3s should all be interested and it’s possible with a big senior year that PSAC or WV D2s take a look.
Jimmy Giannetta Jimmy Giannetta 6'0" | SG St. Joseph's | 2023 State PA | 6’0” | G | Saint Joseph of Natrona Heights
A high IQ guard who runs the floor well and is a scorer at his level. He’s at his best when he can get in the open floor in transition at finish around the rim. Plays AAU for Team X. He had 40 against Plum and should draw attention from D3 schools in the region.
Tommy Kristian | 6’0” | G | Pittsburgh Central Catholic
Kristian is a versatile guard who has a high motor. He’s got good ball handling skills, quick first step and attacks the basket where he gets crafty with finishing and passing. He’s got range beyond the arc and is a tough on ball defender. He’ll be a valuable addition to any D3 program in the region and should see an increased role as a senior for the Vikes. Plays AAU for Mason Elite with teammate Dante DePante Dante DePante 6'3" | PG Central Catholic | 2023 State PA .
Randy Wilkerson Randy Wilkerson 6'0" | CG Central Catholic | 2023 State PA | 6’0” | G | Pittsburgh Central Catholic
Wilkerson, like Kristian, is another tough defender for the Vikings. He’s the type of guy who you can rely on to be flying around on the full court press. He’s also a good shooter on the wings, lethally so when its in transition and he can catch and shoot. Part of a deep guard rotation that returns nearly everyone, he’s another piece of the puzzle that should see the Vikings as the favorites next winter in WPIAL 6A. Plays AAU for the high level PK Flash and can find a home at any of the regional D3 schools.