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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings

2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Vic Castillo
Vic Castillo August 24, 2022 @ 10:10 PM
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Andrew Fontana
Andrew Fontana 6'5" | 250 lbs | OL | 2023
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Jackson Farrell
Jackson Farrell 6'1" | 260 lbs | OL | 2023
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Gento Greene
Gento Greene 6'0" | 170 lbs | DB | 2023
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Anthony Speca
Anthony Speca 6'2" | 215 lbs | LB | 2024
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Peter Gonzalez
Peter Gonzalez 6'3" | 200 lbs | WR | 2024
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Vernon Settles
Vernon Settles 6'0" | 160 lbs | WR | 2024
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Ty Yuhas
Ty Yuhas 6'4" | 250 lbs | DL | 2024
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Cole Sullivan
Cole Sullivan 6'3" | 210 lbs | LB | 2024
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Payton Wehner
Payton Wehner 6'0" | 175 lbs | QB | 2024
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Ty Turkowski
Ty Turkowski 6'4" | 210 lbs | DL | 2024
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Carmen Petraglia
Carmen Petraglia 6'1" | 190 lbs | LB | 2024
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Xxavier Thomas
Xxavier Thomas 5'10" | 165 lbs | DB | 2025
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Grady Papa
Grady Papa 6'2" | 260 lbs | DL | 2025
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Sam Brackney
Sam Brackney 6'2" | 270 lbs | OL | 2025
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Amari Shields
Amari Shields ATH | 2025
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Yet I can't help but be enamored with Settles' potential at defensive back. It's more than likely the position he'll be recruited at. Some think we have Settles too high, I could care less. The kid should be a potential breakout prospect across the state. Huge fan of [player_tooltip player_id='142785' first='Vernon' last='Settles'] the DB, a bigger fan of Settles the football player.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_6304195f5617c","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["255945"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Settles working in the secondary, star linebacker Speca working in the front seven, add another top 50 junior inside the growing defense. 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You can make the case that PCC will only go as far as Wehner takes them. The kid is every bit talented enough to lead this program to the pinnacle, that isn't up for debate. Wehner's recruitment will be discussed another time. Now, all eyes are squarely focused on Wehner orchestrating this offense to the coaching staff's liking. The ability to execute sets and limit mistakes are areas I'm more concerned with as opposed to when and why coaches at the next level will reach out. 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Strides in overall foot quickness/speed could do wonders for his stock as a pulling guard in this system.rnrnNot enough sophomore tape could be dug up out of Petraglia, yet I wouldn't be surprised if he received quality reps at one linebacker spot at some point this season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_6304136f464c0","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["169963"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Battling Speca and Gonzalez is yet another national recruit in elite defensive back [player_tooltip player_id='169963' first='Xxavier' last='Thomas']. The three-sport star excels furthest on the football field, especially as a lockdown corner who is still mentally and physically growing into his own. I know for a fact we have yet to see the best version of [player_tooltip player_id='169963' first='Xxavier' last='Thomas']. Which is saying something considering his stellar freshman campaign last Fall. The kid is just getting started. Expect opposing teams to control and limit the times they target this young man in the passing game. I don't believe recruitment is hot enough for this kid. Time will tell. Excited to see what Thomas has in store for us PA football fans this Fall.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_630419305617b","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["259543"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Stop me if you've heard this before. Speca, Yuhas, Turkowski, Marshall, Fontana. These names aren't enough for the Central Catholic Vikings. Add sophomore [player_tooltip player_id='259543' first='Grady' last='Papa'] who could grade everyone out not named Speca. Whoever is developing these kids, or feeding them, deserves an award. 6'3, 215, throw in awesome instincts and pursuit to the ball. An effective and timely blitzer off the edge. The development of both Thomas and Papa heading into their sophomore years will act as the difference between contending and bottoming out. 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Goodwine might have to wait his turn to eat in this offense, yet I know he'll be ready for his opportunity when ever it presents itself. I'll be heavily invested to see how much early Goodwine gets on the field for the Vikings.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /-->
Navy
Andrew Fontana

Andrew Fontana

PA
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 250
POS OL
CLASS 2023
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Fontana OL
Class
2023
Height
6'5"
Weight
250
HS
Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Drew Fontana acts as the highest-ranking senior on a Central Catholic team that has its sights set on...
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Navy
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Andrew Fontana

State: Pennsylvania
School: Central Catholic
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Duquesne
Jackson Farrell

Jackson Farrell

PA
OL
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 260
POS OL
CLASS 2023
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Jackson
Farrell OL
Class
2023
Height
6'1"
Weight
260
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
A running mate in the trenches with Fontana, Jackson Farrell solidifies an offensive line that will have its...
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Duquesne
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State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Gabe Primrose

Gabe Primrose

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS OL
CLASS 2023

Gabe Primrose

School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Maceo Marshall

Maceo Marshall

HEIGHT 6'3"
POS DL
CLASS 2023

Maceo Marshall

School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Gento Greene

Gento Greene

HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 170
POS DB
CLASS 2023
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Gento
Greene DB
Class
2023
Height
6'0"
Weight
170
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Three seniors are listed who are not on our 2023 rankings. That will change quickly. Starting with interior...
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Gento Greene

State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Penn State
Anthony Speca

Anthony Speca

PA
LB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2024
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Anthony
Speca LB
Class
2024
Height
6'2"
Weight
215
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Anthony Speca , the exemplary linebacking prospect that the entire State might have, suits up for his junior...
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Penn State
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Anthony Speca

State: Pennsylvania
School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Penn State
Peter Gonzalez

Peter Gonzalez

PA
WR
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 200
POS WR
CLASS 2024
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Peter
Gonzalez WR
Class
2024
Height
6'3"
Weight
200
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Peter Gonzalez has all the potential in the world to be the best pass-catching target in the entire...
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Penn State
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State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Vernon Settles

Vernon Settles

PA
WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 160
POS WR
CLASS 2024
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Vernon
Settles WR
Class
2024
Height
6'0"
Weight
160
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Vernon Settles ‘ sophomore campaign saw him succeed on both sides of the ball. Settles will more than...
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Vernon Settles

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State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Pittsburgh
Ty Yuhas

Ty Yuhas

PA
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 250
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Ty
Yuhas DL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
250
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Settles working in the secondary, star linebacker Speca working in the front seven, add another top 50 junior...
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Pittsburgh
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Ty Yuhas

State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Michigan
Cole Sullivan

Cole Sullivan

PA
LB
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 210
POS LB
CLASS 2024
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Cole
Sullivan LB
Class
2024
Height
6'3"
Weight
210
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Speaking of position versatility. Enter Cole Sullivan , who I would trust to man pretty much every and...
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Michigan
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Cole Sullivan

State: Pennsylvania
School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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St. Francis (PA)
Payton Wehner

Payton Wehner

PA
QB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 175
POS QB
CLASS 2024
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Payton
Wehner QB
Class
2024
Height
6'0"
Weight
175
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
The quarterback and leader of this loaded offense. You can make the case that PCC will only go...
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St. Francis (PA)
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Payton Wehner

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State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Grove City
Ty Turkowski

Ty Turkowski

PA
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 210
POS DL
CLASS 2024
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Ty
Turkowski DL
Class
2024
Height
6'4"
Weight
210
HS
Greensburg Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Yet another awesome talent that lands in the top 100 for this star-studded 2024 class at PCC. You...
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Grove City
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Ty Turkowski

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State: Pennsylvania
School: Greensburg Central Catholic
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Carmen Petraglia

Carmen Petraglia

PA
LB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 190
POS LB
CLASS 2024
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Carmen
Petraglia LB
Class
2024
Height
6'1"
Weight
190
HS
Pittsburgh Central Cathoilic
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Carmen Petraglia

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State: Pennsylvania
School: Pittsburgh Central Cathoilic
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Tanner Fuchs

Tanner Fuchs

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS OL
CLASS 2024

Tanner Fuchs

School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Penn State
Xxavier Thomas

Xxavier Thomas

PA
DB
HEIGHT 5'10"
WEIGHT 165
POS DB
CLASS 2025
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Xxavier
Thomas DB
Class
2025
Height
5'10"
Weight
165
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Battling Speca and Gonzalez is yet another national recruit in elite defensive back Xxavier Thomas . The three-sport...
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Penn State
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Xxavier Thomas

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School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Ithaca
Grady Papa

Grady Papa

PA
DL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 260
POS DL
CLASS 2025
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Grady
Papa DL
Class
2025
Height
6'2"
Weight
260
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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2022 Season Preview: Pittsburgh Central Catholic Vikings
Stop me if you’ve heard this before. Speca, Yuhas, Turkowski, Marshall, Fontana. These names aren’t enough for the...
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Ithaca
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Grady Papa

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State: Pennsylvania
School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Brown
Sam Brackney

Sam Brackney

PA
OL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 270
POS OL
CLASS 2025
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Sam
Brackney OL
Class
2025
Height
6'2"
Weight
270
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Amari Shields

Amari Shields

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ATH
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CLASS 2025
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Shields ATH
Class
2025
HS
Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Amari Shields

State: Pennsylvania
School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Bradley Gompers

Bradley Gompers

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS ATH
CLASS 2025

Bradley Gompers

School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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Da'Ron Goodwine

Da'Ron Goodwine

HEIGHT 6'3"
POS OL
CLASS 2025

Da'Ron Goodwine

School: Pittsburgh Central Catholic
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