Philly Live Session I Jefferson University & The Alan Horowitz “6th Man” Center | 6-22-24

Philly Live AAU Session I

West Catholic Burrs (Philadelphia)

vs. St. Rose (Belmar, NJ)

St. Rose, the number 1 team in the NJ.com Top-20 rankings, competed against the West Catholic Burrs from Philadelphia. The initial matchup did not disappoint as both teams showed a level of discipline on both ends of the floor. This game was held at Jefferson University.

West Catholic

The Burrs are a year removed from the first state title in program history and are hoping last season was simply a down one. Senior guard Saaid Lee is the most experienced part of the Burrs’ roster, but it’s the youth that has Miguel Bocachica excited. The diamond in the rough is 2026 6-7 forward Kingston Wheatley, who is a ferocious rebounder and finishes through contact. Wheatley is the player to watch in the middle. A young group of 2027 guards in Jayvon Byrd (5-10), Xavier Fauntroy (6-2), Myles Moore (6-3), and Rahmir Speaks (6-2) provides a glimpse into the future of the West Catholic program. (Source)

St. Rose Philly Live Session I

Matt Hodge is off to play at Villanova, but Brian Lynch has his brother, Jayden to lean on moving forward. Jayden Hodge is a 2026 6’5″ wing who boasts offers from Ohio State, Rutgers, Virginia Tech, Villanova, Penn State, Maryland, Temple, Monmouth, Seton Hall, St. Bonaventure and Old Dominion. Jayden is flanked by 2025 6-3 guard Bryan Ebeling, 2025 6-3 sharpshooter Evan Romano, and 2027 6-5 wing Avery Lynch, Brian’s nephew. Keep an eye out for other strong 2027 guards; Tyler Cameron, Orien Campbell, & Ryan Dudas.(Source)

The Game

St. Rose Philly Live

West Catholic Philly battled hard the entire game. But, the discipline on defense and detail in the offensive sets by St Rose was enough to secure the win. The Roses spread the floor and made free throws down the stretch. Several guards contributed to this team win. Brian Ebeling, a combo 1-2, received a ton of defensive pressure but was able to keep his head and facilitate the coaches direction. Evan Romano finished with 0 turnovers and hit a couple big threes down the stretch to firm up the lead. 2026 guards Tyler Cameron, Avery Lynch, and Orien Campbell contributed on both ends. 2028 guards, Isaiah Cooper and Oymere Reen were also sparks off the bench.

St. Rose vs. Westminster Academy (FL.) | Philly Live Session I

Westminster Academy boasts top-10 2026 wing forward Alex Constanza, a powerhouse two-way threat, along with Florida commit Alexander Lloyd (6-3) and Florida State commit DJ Wimbley Jr. (6-6). (Source)

The Game

St. Rose played well but focused on limiting second chance baskets. The opponent had a clear height advantage. Tyler Cameron, Evan Romano, and Brian Ebeling cleared many boards and helped stifle the Westminster offense.

St. Rose vs. Imhotep Charter

Andre Noble’s program now a national brand and one of the centerpieces of the city’s hoops scene, playing an ultra-aggressive yet ultra-refined brand of basketball. A pair of 2026 wings, Zaahir Muhammad-Gray (6-6) and Latief Lorenzano-White (6-4) and their point guard classmate RJ Smith (5-8) are all future D-I talents, though 2027 wing forward Zion Green (6-8) might have the highest ceiling of them all. (Source)

The Game

St. Rose Philly Live

St. Rose @ Philly Live came out steady and facilitated crisp ball movement. Evan Romano, Jayden Hodge, and Avery Lynch scored the ball well. Imhotep struggled offensively despite their aggressive play. The gritty Philadelphia team made sure to fight until the very end. the Roses closed out the game winning by 20+ points.