WPIAL 6A Preview: Playmakers to Watch for the 2025 Season

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647246"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a462626"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='647246' first='Adam' last='Gehm'] is a special player who is already committed to playing Football for Vanderbilt. You do not see many players with his size (6'6") and athleticism as a tight end. Gehm is a special player who has wide receiver skills in a tight end's body. He has one more season to help elevate Seneca Valley and to improve as a team. Gehm has a chance to go out on a high note. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">110% COMMITTED‼️⚓️🏠 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AGTG</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AnchorDown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AnchorDown</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VUFB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VUFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Lea?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Lea</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachj_lepak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachj_lepak</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Flaherty?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Flaherty</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Vandy_247?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Vandy_247</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BrianDohn247?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrianDohn247</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RivalsFriedman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RivalsFriedman</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ptgraphics0?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ptgraphics0</a> <a href="https://t.co/YjJ4rnNf7n">pic.twitter.com/YjJ4rnNf7n</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='647246' first='Adam' last='Gehm'] 3⭐️TE (@adam_gehm) <a href="https://twitter.com/adam_gehm/status/1932239938935788001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647287"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a46268b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Patrick Smith is a dynamic athlete who played as a quarterback and linebacker last year for Mt. Lebanon. He is already committed to playing football at the University of Pennsylvania. As a quarterback, he has excellent ability to run and throw the ball. As a runner, he has a dynamic ability to run hard and make defenders miss. He is also a physical runner who is hard to tackle. He also throws an excellent ball. As a linebacker, he has great instincts and attacks downhill at a high level. Smith is a great player who should help Mt. Lebanon be successful this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="da" dir="ltr"><a href="https://t.co/OrHT85o7vg">https://t.co/OrHT85o7vg</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BradMaendler?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BradMaendler</a> <br><br>1472 yds passing <br>11 TD passing<br><br>972 yds rushing <br>14 TD rushing</p>&mdash; Patrick Smith Jr. (@Patrick13Smith) <a href="https://twitter.com/Patrick13Smith/status/1850260504570167593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["916222"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a4626d6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='916222' first='Xavier' last='Smith'] is a good player who transferred from Palmyra to Hempfield Area in the off-season. He has a chance to be a breakout player for Hempfield Area, as he should start and be a big contributor at linebacker for them this season. He is a good athlete who does a good job of reading and reacting to the play and attacking upfield against the offense. He should help Hempfield Area this year on defense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">[player_tooltip player_id='916222' first='Xavier' last='Smith'] - C/O 2027 - 6'1 215 lbs - LB - Sophomore Full Season Highlights <br><br>47 total tackles<br>29 solo<br>18 assist <br>3 sacks<br>21 TFL (4th Mid Penn)<br>3 FF<br>3 FR<br>28 QBH <br><br>Full Highlight Film Link:<a href="https://t.co/53q79DygSG">https://t.co/53q79DygSG</a><a href="https://twitter.com/PalmyraFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PalmyraFootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachPavone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPavone</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/natemonroe45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@natemonroe45</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KoreanBreeze_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KoreanBreeze_</a>… <a href="https://t.co/nQZDBUbz7N">pic.twitter.com/nQZDBUbz7N</a></p>&mdash; Xavier “X” Smith (@xavierJsmith_) <a href="https://twitter.com/xavierJsmith_/status/1855095339381846275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["618705"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a46271a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='618705' first='Brock' last='Heisler'] is one of the best linemen in the State and is already committed to Harvard. Heisler has a chance to play at an even higher level this season. He is a talented defensive lineman who is difficult to block one-on-one. He is also a good offensive lineman who is dynamic at both run blocking and pass blocking. Heisler is in line for a big season for Hempfield Area. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">100% committed <a href="https://twitter.com/HarvardFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HarvardFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/c7kUcBEluM">pic.twitter.com/c7kUcBEluM</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='618705' first='Brock' last='Heisler'] 2026 (@Brock_Heisler) <a href="https://twitter.com/Brock_Heisler/status/1935820661496197192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913488"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a46275d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='913488' first='Brady' last='Brinkley'] had a strong season for Northern Allegheny last year as a 1st year starting quarterback. He is a dynamic runner and a strong thrower of the football. His ability to run when the plays break down is special. Brinkley also has excellent mechanics and footwork in the pocket. The other thing that happens to quarterbacks is their ability to see the game better in the second season as a starter. I expect this from Brinkley this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sophomore regular season highlights- <a href="https://t.co/hJg77Pefz1">https://t.co/hJg77Pefz1</a><br><br>9-1 team record<br>81-505 rushing 7td's<br>81/134 1053yds passing 9td's<br><br>⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/nafootball_tfl?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nafootball_tfl</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzone</a>⁩ ⁦<a href="https://twitter.com/Big56Conference?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Big56Conference</a>⁩</p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='913488' first='Brady' last='Brinkley'] (@BradyBrink1) <a href="https://twitter.com/BradyBrink1/status/1851063374357897662?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 29, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["386267"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a46279e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='386267' first='Tristyn' last='Tavares'] is a good quarterback who was hurt for part of the season last year for Norwin. When he plays, he is a dynamic quarterback who does a good job getting rid of the ball to his receivers. He has good mechanics and footwork in the pocket. He is also a good athlete who does a great job in the pocket, scrambling around to make plays with his feet. Tavares should be in line for a huge year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Junior Season 📽️🚨<a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMBrown1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMBrown1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NorwinFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NorwinFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/joeyL1102?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@joeyL1102</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/NorwinFBallNtwk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NorwinFBallNtwk</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachWalters07?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachWalters07</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/QBHitList?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@QBHitList</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nexgenscouting?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nexgenscouting</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/WestmorelandSN?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WestmorelandSN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BillBeckner?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BillBeckner</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachwil_412?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachwil_412</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/michaelemcmahon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@michaelemcmahon</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PickerWally?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PickerWally</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Cover3_ATH?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Cover3_ATH</a> <a href="https://t.co/ygVj9grCKF">https://t.co/ygVj9grCKF</a> <a href="https://t.co/TlkeqmZ1fH">pic.twitter.com/TlkeqmZ1fH</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='386267' first='Tristyn' last='Tavares'] (@TristynTavares) <a href="https://twitter.com/TristynTavares/status/1852710097727709495?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 2, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913496"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a4627f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='913496' first='Jayden' last='Alexander'] is a special running back. His ability to make defenders miss is excellent. He also has the physical ability to break tackles from defenders. Alexander also has elite speed, and if he has an opening, he is off to the races. Alexander is in line for a big year for PCC, and I cannot wait to see how well he plays this year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sandpit workouts are different! Pushing my limits to be ready for this upcoming season with <a href="https://twitter.com/PCC_FOOTBALL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PCC_FOOTBALL</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachLehmeier?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachLehmeier</a>, and the Vike Squad. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RollVikes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RollVikes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/theking1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@theking1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TazWillCo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TazWillCo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachLPorter?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachLPorter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/noel_devine7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@noel_devine7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachIReed?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachIReed</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Hud4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Hud4</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/_MoIbrahim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_MoIbrahim</a>… <a href="https://t.co/sA1uKWqPvx">pic.twitter.com/sA1uKWqPvx</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='913496' first='Jayden' last='Alexander'] ⭐️ (@JAlexander2027) <a href="https://twitter.com/JAlexander2027/status/1946659466558263550?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402467"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a462837"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='402467' first='TJ' last='Sabatucci'] is a talented player who plays as an edge and as a tight end for Canon McMillan. As an edge defender, he is hard to block one-on-one. His ability to use his strength and athleticism is impressive. Then, as a tight end, he has shown a good ability to catch the ball in between defenders. Sabatucci is in line for a big year. He is already committed to Buffalo, so he has one more year left until he goes off to play College Football. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I am extremely excited to be a Bull! Thank you to all the coaches at Buffalo for believing in me and giving me this opportunity! I would also like to thank my parents, teammates, and coaches of all sports! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UBHORNSUP?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UBHORNSUP</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/UBFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UBFootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Pete_Lembo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Pete_Lembo</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BigMacsFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BigMacsFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/gEqmOfXcAz">pic.twitter.com/gEqmOfXcAz</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='402467' first='TJ' last='Sabatucci'] (@SabatucciTJ2026) <a href="https://twitter.com/SabatucciTJ2026/status/1907856718064656699?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["647285"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a254a462878"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Korry Pitts is a talented defensive back for Northern Allegheny. His ability to cover wide receivers in a man-to-man and zone is impressive. He is already at Monmouth, which is a great fit for him. Pitts should be in line for a big year as Northern Allegheny hopes to try to knock off PCC this year. Pitts coverage ability will greatly help with this. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Beyond Blessed to receive my Official Offer blessed for the opportunity!@CoachKDumas <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachCole94?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachCole94</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_KCal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_KCal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/lew_walk7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lew_walk7</a> <a href="https://t.co/dUwUelwO9I">pic.twitter.com/dUwUelwO9I</a></p>&mdash; Korry pitts Jr. (@korry_pittsjr) <a href="https://twitter.com/korry_pittsjr/status/1951825891694436414?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->