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PIAA STATE RATINGS

February 19, 2012

1. Chester (23-0) (District 1 AAAA

Clippers extend winning streak to 49 with 65-27 win over Downingtown West in the District 1 AAAA Round of 32. 12 players scored at least 2pts led by 6-7 Jr Rondae Jefferson with 13pts and 6-1 Jr Darius Robinson with 12pts. Hosts Methacton Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

2. Philadelphia Neumann-Goretti (19-3) (PCL/District 12 AAA)

The Saints defeated Springfield Cardinal O’Hara 77-51 in the Catholic League Tournament Quarterfinals. 5-8 Sr Billy Shank 22pts, (5-11 3’s), 6-3 Soph JaQuan Newton (5 assists) and 6-4 Jr John Davis 15pts each, 5-9 Jr Hanif Sutton 6 assists, 6-5 Sr Derrick Stewart 11rebs. Next plays Roman Catholic on Wednesday Feb 22 in the Catholic League Tournament Semifinals.

3. Lower Merion (22-2) (District 1 AAAA)

The Aces defeated Penncrest 57-32 In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32. 6-4 Jr B. J. Johnson 15pts, 6-1 Jr Raheem Hall 12pts, 6-6 Sr Darryl Reynolds (12rebs) and 5-10 Soph JaQuan Johnson 10pts each. Next hosts Plymouth-Whitemarsh on Tuesday Feb. 21.

4. Central Dauphin (23-1) (District 3 AAAA)

The Rams won the Mid-Penn Tournament Championship with a 55-40 victory over Trinity and a 75-55 win over Greencastle-Antrim. For more details see District 3 ratings on Llhoops.com

5. Shaler (20-2) (WPIAL/District 7 AAAA)

Titans did not play. First up in the WPIAL/District 7 AAAA Round of 16 is McKeesport on Wednesday, February 22.

6. Beaver Falls (20-2) (WPIAL/District 7 AA)

Tigers did not play. First up in the WPIAL/District 7 AA Round of 16 Brentwood on Wednesday, February 22.

7. Philadelphia Constitution (16-9) (PPL/District 12 A)

Generals ran all over Philadelphia Lamberton 99-49 in the Public League Round of 16/A Semifinal. It was the 6th time this season and second consecutive game that 6-6 Sr Savon Goodman scored 40+ as he had 41pts and 17 rebounds. 5-7 Sr Amonie Holloman had 21pts, including 7 3’s and 6-2 Sr Daiquan Walker had 18pts, 8 assists….Generals defeat Math, Civics and Science 72-51 in the Public League Quarterfinals/A Championship. Savon Goodman led with 24pts, 6-3 Sr Fajion Jones had 18pts and 5-7 Sr Tamir Bolger scored 10pts. Next up is John Bartram (AAAA Champ) on Tuesday Feb. 22 in the Philadelphia Public League Semifinals.

8. Radnor Archbishop Carroll (17-6) (PCL/District 12 AAAA)

Lions defeated Philadelphia LaSalle 53-49 in the Catholic League Tournament Quarterfinals. 6-4 Sr Lou Dominique 12pts, 6-0 Jr Yosef Yacob 11pts, 5-7 Jr Isiah Warren 10pts. Plays St. Joesph’s Prep Wednesday Feb 22 in the Catholic League Tournament Semifinals.

9. Philadelphia St. Joseph’s Prep (19-4) (PCL/District 12 AAAA)

Prep defeated Philadelphia Arrchbishop Wood 76-49 in the Catholic League Tournament Quarterfinals. 6-1 Sr Kevin Oberlies led with 20pts, 4 rebounds, 4 assists. 6-4 Jr Miles Overton 18pts, 6-4 Jr Stephen Vasturia 13pts, 6-2 Sr Gene Williams 12pts. SJP hit 14 treys, Overton 4, Oberlies 3, Vasturia 3, 5-11 Jr PJ Kelly 2, Williams 2. Vasturia had 11 rebounds. Coach Speedy Morris earns 621 career win. tied for most wins in Philadelphia City. Plays Archbishop Carroll Wednesday Feb 22 in the Catholic League Tournament Semifinals.

10. Philadelphia Roman Catholic (14-8) (PCL/District 12 AAAA)

Defeated Philadelphia Archbishop Ryan 52-43 in the Catholic League Tournament Quarterfinals. 6-4 Jr Shafeek Taylor 19pts, 6-1 Soph Rashann London 11pts. Plays Neumann-Goretti Wednesday Feb 22 in the Catholic League Tournament Semifinals.

11. Berks Catholic (23-2) (District 3 AAA)

Won Berks Conference Tournament Championship with wins over Wilson 58-35, Muhlenberg 69-33 and Schuylkill Valley 48-28. For more details see District 3 ratings on Llhoops.com

12. Chartiers Valley (20-2) (WPIAL/District 7 AAAA)

Colts ended regular season with 60-46 win over South Fayette. Wayne Capers a 6-1 Sr 19pts, Christian Kuntz a 6-1 Sr 12pts and 5-7 Freshman Matty McConnell 10pts led the way in the win. Opens in WPIAL/District 7 AAAA Round of 16 against Butler on Wednesday, February 22.

13. Emmaus (21-3) (District 11 AAAA)

Green Hornets defeated Easton 52-39 in the Lehigh Valley Tournament Semifinals as 6-0 Sr Steve Bitto led with 15pts, 6-7 Sr Matt Wiseley added 12pts and grabbed 14rebs…..Won Lehigh Valley Tournament Championship with 47-44 victory over Bethlehem Freedom. Matt Wiseley led with 17pts and 17rebs, 5blks, 3 steals. 6-1 Sr Steve Geiger had 11pts. Next game Saturday Feb 25 against Bethlehem Liberty-Allentown Allen winner in District 11 AAAA Quarterfinals.

14. New Castle (22-0) (WPIAL/District 7 AAA)

Red Hurricanes ended regular season with an 80-70 win over Sharon. They put four players in double-figures led by 5-11 Sr Corey Eggleston 21, 6-3 Jr Shawn Anderson 15, 5-9 Soph Anthony Richards 15 and 6-1 Soph Malik Hooker 15. Next plays Highlands in the WPIAL/District 7 AAA Round of 16 on Tuesday, February 21.

15. Hershey (20-2) (District 3 AAAA)

Trojans were upset in Mid-Penn Tournament Semifinal by Greencastle-Antrim 74-71 in overtime. For more details see District 3 ratings on Llhoops.com

16. Philadelphia Boys’ Latin Charter (20-4) (PPL/District 12 AAA)

Warriors ended Philadelphia Engineering & Sciences good season with a 62-59 victory in the Public League Round of 16/AAA Semifinal. 5-10 Sr Maurice Watson led with 30 points and 5-9 Jr Yahmir Greenlee had 21 points. Defeated Philadelphia Electical Charter 81-60 in the Public League Quaterfinals/AAA Championship. Maurice Watson led with 42pts and Yahmir Greenlee added 17pts. Next up is Communications Tech (AA Champ) on Tuesday Feb. 22 in the Philadelphia Public League Semifinals.

17. Philadelphia Communications Tech (18-8) (PPL/District 12 AA)

The Phoenix knocked off three-time defending Public League Champion Philadelphia Imhotep Charter 66-61 In the Public League Round of 16/AA Semifinal. 6-3 Jr Terrence Brown led with 22pts, Soph Briheam Anthony had 11pts and 6-2 Sr Tony Parker had 10pts. Won the Public League AA Championship with a 58-55 win over Philadelphia Robert Vaux in the Public League Quarterfinals. Terrence Brown led with 20pts, Basil Malik a 5-10 Jr had 13pts and Soph Kevin Brown added 11pts. Next up is Boys’ Latin Charter (AAA Champ) on Tuesday Feb. 22 in the Philadelphia Public League Semifinals.

18. Philadelphia Imhotep Charter (16-8) (PPL/District 12 AA)

The Panthers were beaten 66-61 by Philadelphia Communications Tech 66-61 In the Public League Round of 16/AA Semifinal. 6-2 Sr Khyree Wooten led with 19 points and 6-6 Jr Brandon Austin had 16 points. Will play next in District 12 Playbacks for placement for state tournament.

19. Council Rock North (18-5) (District 1 AAAA)

In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32, CR North downed Central Bucks South 48-44. 6-4 Sr Arron Goodman 16pts, 14rebs, 5-11 Sr Aaron Morgan 15pts led the way. Hosts Souderton Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

20. Bethlehem Freedom (20-4) (District 11 AAAA)

In the Lehigh Valley Tournament Semifinals defeated Parkland 45-40 6-3 Jr Nyreef Jackson 16, 6-2 Sr Joe Lococo 10 led the way. Lost in the Lehigh Valley Tournament Championship to Emmaus 47-44. Joe Lococo led with 13pts, 6-4 Jr Derike Chiciana 10pts. Opens District 11 AAAA Tournament on Wednesday Feb 22 against East Stroudsburg South.

　

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State College (16-4) (District 6 AAAA)

Little Lions lost at Williamsport 70-62 in OT despite 20pts from 5-10 Jr Kyle Kanaskie and 14pts from 5-10 Sr Matt Beattie. 6-5 Jr Bryan Sekunda led all scorers with 22 points while 6-5 Sr Cody Cooper chipped in 21 points. Meanwhile, Kyle Kanaskie finished with 11 points for the Little Lions as they wrapped up their regular season with an 88-45 win over Shikellamy.

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Wissahickon (19-3) (District 1 AAAA)

In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32 defeated Glen Mills 54-47. 6-8 Sr Tanoh Kpassagnon 21pts, 6-4 Sr Jordan Reed 17pts. Hosts Bensalem Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

Pennsbury (17-6) (District 1 AAAA)

In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32 defeated Kennett 81-67. Sr Kieran Bolger 26pts, Jr Shawn Pepper 18pts,Sr Jerrel Burke 16pts. . Hosts Norristown Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

Coatesville (21-4) (District 1 AAAA)

In the Ches-Mont League Championship @ Oxford the Raiders lost to Octorara 57-45. 6-4 Junior Leroy Hoggard was the only player in double-figures with 10pts. In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32 82-49 over Levittown Harry S. Truman. 13-players scored led by Tymeir Miller and Eric Trowery (10rebs) with 18pts each. Leroy Hogard 14rebs. Hosts Penn Wood Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

Central Bucks West (21-2) (District 1 AAAA)

In the District 1 AAAA Round of 32 West Chester East 46-36. 6-4 Sr Derek Dyer led with 11pts. Hosts Cheltenham Tuesday Feb. 21 in District 1 AAAA Round of 16.

Octorara (21-3) (District 1 AAA)

The Braves won their first Ches-Mont League Championship with a 57-45 victory over Coatesville. 6-3 Sr DeQuan Newton led with 14pts, 6-0 Jr Mauriece Bowers had 15pts, 5-11 Sr Charles Cooper had 13pts.6-3 Sr James Brown and 6-2 Sr Mike Navarro had 12 rebounds each….Doesn’t have a game in the District 1 AAA Tournament until Saturday, February 25 when they play the winner of the Harriton - Upper Merion game in the Quarterfinals.

Holy Ghost Prep (24-1) (District 1 AAA)

The Firebirds won their third consecutive Bicentennial League Tournament. In the Quarterfinals they defeated Phil-Mont Christian 63-27. 6-1 Sr Jeff Ainsley led with 14pts and 6-1 Sr Jim Grey had 12pts…..In the Semifinals they beat Bristol 49-30 as 6-4 Sr Tom Heston 14pts and 6-2 Jr Jack Kalmes 11pts…..Then took the Championship with a 37-34 victory over Lower Moreland. Jeff Ainsley led with 12pts and Jack Kalmes added 10pts. Doesn’t have a game in the District 1 AAA Tournament until Saturday, February 25 when they play the winner of the Phoenixville - Upper Moreland game in the Quarterfinals.

Philadelphia Math, Civics & Sciences Charter (16-9) (PPL/District 12 A)

In the Public League Round of 32/A Quarterfinals defeated Philadelphia Paul Robeson 79-53. 6-6 Soph Basil Thompson led with 17pts, 7rebs, 6-6 Jr Jeremiah Worthem had 16pts, 6-4 Soph Malik Starkes had 13pts and 6-7 Jr Quadir Welton had 13 rebounds and 2 blocked shots. Lost to Philadelphia Constitution 72-51 in the Public League Quarterfinals/A Championship. Jeremiah Worthem and Malik Starkes had 15pts apiece. Will now go into PIAA A State Tournament as District 12’s #2 seed.

Philadelphia Engineering & Science (21-2) )PPL/District 12 AAA)

The Engineers fine season ended in the Public League Round of 16/AAA Semifinal with a 62-59 loss to Philadelphia Boys’ Latin. 6-3 Sr Tajhere McCall was high with 18pts, 6-2 Sr Dijon Eggleton had 16pts and 6-1 Sr Sibley Robinson scored 10pts.

Scranton (18-4) (District 2 AAAA)

Lost final regular season game to Abington Heights 46-45. 6-3 Sr Malik Draper led with 19pts and 6-6 Sr Terry Turner added 14pts.

Hazleton Area (19-3) (District 2 AAAA)

Ended regular season with 58-46 win over Wilkes-Barre Holy Reedemer. 6-2 Sr Frankie Vito led with 18pts, 5-10 Soph Sal Biasi had 14pts and 5-9 Sr Tyler Plaksa added 11pts.

Danville (20-2) (District 4 AAA)

Ended regular season on 20-game with streak by beating Shikellamy 69-53. Andrew Andreychik 20pts, David Vitunac 17pts, Bret Berg 15pts, Ross Litz 10pts,

Parkland (18-5) (District 11 AAAA)

Lost to Bethlehem Freedom 45-40 in the Lehigh Valley Tournament Semifinals. 6-2 Sr Daulton Charles was the only player in double-figures with 10pts. Opens District 11 AAAA Tournament against Pocono Mountain East on Wednesday Feb. 22.

Pocono Mountain West (19-4) (District 11 AAAA)

Blasted Pocono Mountain East 77-45 in the MVC Tournament Semifinal. 6-2 Sr Jon Amoroso 18pts, 6-4 Sr Quindell Brice 17pts and 6-0 Sr Mike Collins 14pts led the Panthers. Then won the MVC Tournament Championship with an easy 82-49 victory over Pleasant Valley. Jon Amoroso 22pts, Quindell Brice 20pts, Mike Collins 18pts. Next game Saturday Feb 25 against Bangor-Whitehall winner in District 11 AAAA Quarterfinals.

Montour (17-3) (WPIAL/District 7 AAA)

Lost their final regular season game, 51-45, to AAAA Gateway despite 18pts from 6-4 Sr Dillon Buechel and 14pts from 6-4 Jr Devin Wilson. Plays their first game in the WPIAL/District 7 AAA Round of 16 on Tuesday, February 21 against Indiana.

Monessen (20-2) (WPIAL/District 7 AA)

Regular season over last week. Plays their first game in the WPIAL/District 7 AA Round of 16 on Wednesday, February 22 against Riverside.

Sto-Rox (19-2) (WPIAL/District 7 AA)

Ended regular season with a 61-42 victory over Washington Trinity led by 6-2 Jr LeMonte Harrison with 14pts, 6-2 Sr Dontez Ford with 12pts, 6-0 Sr Randy Hutchinson with 10pts. Plays their first game in the WPIAL/District 7 AA Round of 16 on Wednesday, February 22 against Alliquippa.

General McLane (21-0) (District 10 AAA)

The Lancers clinched the outright Region 7 title and moved to within one victory of a perfect regular season with an 83-55 win over Fort LeBoeuf. The Lancers' Jaymon Mason a junior guard scored 20 of his game-high 25 points in the middle two quarters. He also grabbed 11 rebounds. Junior forward Quinn Thompson had 18 points and eight rebounds, and senior forward Chad Kulka added 14 points and eight rebounds. Senior guard J.R. Mountain scored 10 points…..Ended regular season undefeated by defeating Erie Central Tech 70-55. Josh Ponsoll led with 18pts and Quinn Thompson added 17, Jaymon Mason had 16.