2026 WNY #E75 College Showcase Recap pt. 3

Monday, June 22nd, 2026

Jackson Green
Penfield HS, 6'6", 2027

Coming off a huge winter that resulted in a state championship and MVP, Green continues to establish himself as one of the top prospects in Western New York. The 6'6" wing brings versatility to the floor with the ability to make shots at multiple levels, whether it's stepping into jumpers or creating off the bounce. He rebounds his position well and is tough to keep out of the lane, attacking downhill and finishing through contact at the rim. Green also has some smooth footwork, creating space for pull-ups and attacking gaps when defenders try to take away his driving lanes.
 

Christian Gill
Canisius HS, 5'10", 2027

Gill is one of the more skilled lead guards in the WNY 2027 class, keeping the ball on a string and playing with confidence as a creator. He uses a deep bag of dribble moves to create separation and get to his spots, whether that's for his own shot or to set up teammates. Once he gets into the paint, he's able to score off the glass with touch or snap passes to open teammates.
 

Rocco Natale
Amsterdam HS, 5'10", 2027

Coming off a huge high school season, Natale once again showed why he's become one of the more productive guards in the area. He's a versatile scorer who can sway closing out defenders off the catch before attacking open lanes. His decision-making with the ball stood out as he limited mistakes and consistently made the right read. Also showed the ability to facilitate and create for others as the point guard for his team.

Demario Badger
Health Sciences, 5'11", 2027

Badger's physicality at the point of attack immediately stands out. He gets into opposing guards defensively and plays with toughness on every possession. Offensively, he does a good job changing speeds and keeping defenders guessing before stopping on a dime to rise into pull-up jumpers. Brings a competitive edge on both ends.

RJ Johnson
Victor Central, 6'1", 2027

Fresh off a strong junior season, Johnson continued to show why he's a name to know in the Rochester area. He's a shifty ball handler that keeps defenders off balance with his tight handle and change of pace. Johnson does a great job stopping quickly and rising into mid-range jumpers, creating separation without needing much space. His ability to create his own offense was on full display.

Dom Tyler-Pizarro
ITC Syracuse, 5'9", 2028

Tyler-Pizarro brought plenty of energy every time he stepped on the floor. The sophomore guard consistently attacked the basket and wasn't afraid to play through contact when finishing. He competed hard and made things happen with his aggressiveness.

Landon Healey
Churchville-Chili, 6'0", 2027

Healey plays a balanced game. He gets downhill effectively, finishes through contact, and puts pressure on defenses when attacking the paint. He also embraces rebounding responsibilities and looks to get transition opportunities started after securing the ball. 

Campbell Mucher
Fillmore HS, 6'6", 2027

Mucher continues to establish himself as one of the better shooters in the WNY area. The 6'6" wing is a knockdown threat off the ball who gets his shot off quickly and needs very little space to do so. Once he gets into rhythm, the three-point line can become a dangerous place for defenses. 

Elijah Gordon-McCreath
Acellus Academy, 6'7", 2028

Standing at 6'7", Gordon-McCreath brings size and mobility that immediately catches your attention. The sophomore forward showed the ability to score both inside and out, stepping into perimeter shots while also finishing around the basket. He was comfortable putting the ball on the floor and attacking when defenders closed out too aggressively.

Jackson Turski
Clarence HS, 6'5", 2028

Turski brings intriguing size to the wing at 6'5" and showed a well-rounded offensive game. He stepped confidently into three-pointers while also attacking off the bounce with patience and control. Once he got into the lane, he did a good job getting defenders off the ground and playing off two feet.

Nehemiah Pye
Gates Chili HS, 6'2", 2028

Pye showed a knack for scoring in the lane, using crafty touch and timing to navigate through defenders. He has enough athleticism to finish difficult layups and make plays in traffic. Defensively, he moves well laterally and competes on that end.

Dylan Avant
Bright School, 6'0", 2027

Avant is a strong, physical guard that does a good job manipulating the defense once he gets the ball in his hands. He was able to create scoring opportunities for himself while also making the right passing reads when defenders committed. His strength showed up when attacking the basket, as he consistently converted through contact.

Deyor Smith
Nottingham, 5'8", 2028

Smith is a twitchy floor general that plays with speed and keeps defenses on their heels. He consistently got paint touches and showed the ability to make reads on the move, creating opportunities for teammates once help defenders stepped up. When lanes opened, he had no problem turning the corner and getting downhill himself.

James Willingham
UPrep, 5'7", 2027

Willingham really shined as a floor general, using his speed to change the game. He constantly put pressure on defenses with his ability to blow by defenders and get paint touches. Once he got into the lane, he showed good vision and made passes on the move. His pace and quickness were difficult to contain.

Sam Quinn
Westhampton Beach HS, 6'0", 2027

Quinn's ability to relocate and find openings on the perimeter stands out in his game. He consistently moves without the ball and makes defenses pay by knocking down catch-and-shoot threes. Off the bounce, he has enough shake to create separation and get into the lane, where he can convert some difficult finishes.

Frank Ford
CBA Syracuse, 5'10", 2028

Ford is a crafty guard who plays bigger than his size. He handled the ball well, creating angles and opportunities with his dribble. Around the basket, he showed touch finishing with either hand while using his athleticism to navigate traffic.

Mateo Pietrantoni
Webster Thomas, 6'5", 2027

Pietrantoni's size allows him to impact the game in a variety of ways. He battled consistently on the glass, using his strength to carve out space and secure rebounds. Defensively, he held his ground in the post and used a strong lower base to make things difficult on opposing forwards.

Brody Beachel
Letchworth, 6'1", 2028

Beachel brought a high motor every possession and consistently found ways to impact the game. He covered ground defensively, competed for rebounds, and wasn't afraid to dive on the floor for loose balls. Offensively, he showed shooting ability while also putting the ball on the deck when needed.

Demarcus Samuels
Mother Teresa, 6'2", 2027

Samuels made his mark with his defensive intensity and communication. He was aggressive on the ball, rotated well as a help defender, and stayed engaged throughout. Offensively, he knocked down catch-and-shoot jumpers when opportunities presented themselves.

Mike Byrd
Edison Tech, 6'1", 2027

Playing in his home gym, Byrd put together a strong showing. The Rochester native and southpaw guard showed touch from the perimeter and confidence as a scorer.

Kylan Burke
Rush-Henrietta, 6'0", 2028

Burke consistently got paint touches thanks to his aggressiveness and burst with the ball. The lefty does a good job getting defenders off balance and drawing contact when attacking. Once he gets downhill, he's tough to keep in front. His ability to pressure the defense was evident throughout the event.

Jacquinot Foguing
Nottingham, 6'4", 2027

Foguing brought a physical presence to the floor and made his impact felt around the basket. He rebounded the ball well and consistently scored in the lane through contact. His strength allowed him to establish position and create second-chance opportunities.

Cole Rodo
St. Francis, 6'2", 2027

Rodo played in constant attack mode and consistently found ways to score around the basket. He doesn't need the ball in his hands for long stretches to make an impact, doing a great job cutting into openings for easy baskets. Once he got going downhill, he was difficult to slow down.

Mitch Baillie
Holland Patent, 6'4", 2027

Baillie showed his value as a stretch shooting threat, knocking down shots while playing within the flow. He doesn't need touches called for him and does a good job finding openings off the ball. Defensively, his length was constantly creating problems as he got deflections and disrupted passing lanes.