🏀 Philly Live 2 (2025): Stock Risers

🏀 Philadelphia, PA | June 27–29, 2025

The second session of Philly Live 2025 lit up the courts with electricity, grit, and elite-level play as some of the region’s best high school basketball talent converged across multiple gyms, including Jefferson University’s Sixth Man Center. The NCAA Live Period event brought over 150 games, packed with prospects from New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, all battling under the watchful eyes of college coaches from across the country.

From deep-range sharpshooting to rim-rocking dunks, this weekend had it all. With recruiting boards constantly evolving, these 15 players seized their moment and left no doubt about their next-level potential.


Top 15 Performers (Alphabetical Order)

1. Abdou Toure – 2026 | Notre Dame-West Haven (CT), 6’6″ F
A complete two-way presence. Toure had 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 dunks that energized the gym. Long, athletic, and just scratching the surface.

2. Andre Steele Jr. – 2027 | Trinity High (PA), 6’0″ G
Scored 21 points with 4 steals. One of the most disruptive defenders of the weekend, and a playmaker in transition.

3. Chris Abreu – 2027 | Cherry Hill East (NJ), 6’1″ G
Opened the weekend strong with 22 points. Smart shot selection and aggressive defense made him a coach favorite.

4. Colton Hiller – 2028 | Coatesville (PA), 6’6″ Wing
A rising star who torched defenses for 34 points on seven threes. Plays with poise beyond his years.

5. Damir Arp – 2028 | Harrisburg (PA), 6’4″ G
One of the smoothest guards on display. Put up 29 points with a balanced attack off the dribble and in transition.

6. Eric Scott – 2027 | West Catholic (PA), 5’10” PG
The heartbeat of his team. Knocked down shots, set up teammates, and played tight perimeter defense.

7. Ian Smith – 2028 | Imhotep Charter (PA), 5’10” PG
Scored 18 points and hit four threes. Commanded the floor with maturity and made key plays in clutch moments.

8. Jadah Washington – 2028 | Sidwell Friends (DC), 5’10” PG
Orchestrated his offense beautifully. Posted double-digit assists and rarely turned it over — a true point guard.

9. Jymin Veney – 2027 | St. John’s College HS (DC), 6’4″ G/F
A do-it-all wing who had 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists. Brought energy and toughness on both ends.

10. Kody Colson – 2026 | Neumann-Goretti (PA), 6’0″ G
Deadly from three. Scored 15 points in rhythm and hit the boards hard for his size.

11. Latif “Lorenzono” White – 2026 | Imhotep Charter (PA), 6’5″ SG
A polished, explosive scorer. White attacked relentlessly off the bounce, finished through contact, and knocked down timely threes — one of the weekend’s most complete offensive threats.

12. Mani Sajid – 2026 | Plymouth-Whitemarsh (PA), 6’4″ G
Dropped 29 points in a showcase of elite shooting and vision. Connected on six threes and orchestrated his team’s half-court sets with confidence.

13. Quinn Slack – 2027 | Central Bucks East (PA), 5’11” PG
Tough as nails. Posted a 14-point, 12-rebound double-double and never stopped attacking.

14. R.J. Smith – 2026 | Roman Catholic (PA), G
Impressive debut performance with 21 points. Scored at all three levels with pace and composure.

15. Shakur Starling – 2027 | Central Dauphin (PA), 6’2″ G/F
Consistent and athletic. Notched 20 points and 10 rebounds while defending multiple positions.


🏀 Final Takeaways

Philly Live 2 didn’t just deliver great basketball — it delivered clarity. For scouts and programs looking to fill rosters and build culture, these 15 names rose to the top. With Live Periods continuing and July circuits around the corner, recruiting momentum has never been hotter.


🏀 Philly Live 2 (2025): Stock Risers

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