PRZPA Team Previews: Bethel Park Black Hawks

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["913312"],"_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-6a6d68774a336"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='913312' first='Brady' last='Buckner'] is a great athlete who played as a defensive back last season for Bethel Park. Below is what I wrote about him a few weeks ago: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>"<strong>[player_tooltip player_id='913312' first='Brady' last='Buckner']</strong><a href="https://prepredzone.com/player/brady-buckner/"></a>&nbsp;is an impressive athlete in the 2027 class. The kid can score anytime he touches the ball. The 1st play in his film shows this. He was playing cornerback. In tight coverage near the goal-line, he intercepted the ball and returned it 99 yards for a touchdown. You see plays like this over and over in his film. As a wide receiver, he shows a special ability to make defenders miss and create big plays in the run and the passing game. His body control and speed are next-level good. Buckner is a talented athlete in the 2027 class". </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He recently picked up an offer from Case Western. I expect more offers to come his way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Blessed to have received an offer from <a href="https://x.com/CWRUFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CWRUFootball</a>. Humbled by the opportunity to continue my academic and athletic career at such a prestigious University. Thank you <a href="https://x.com/CoachSlesh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSlesh</a> <a href="https://x.com/DebeljakGreg?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DebeljakGreg</a> Go Spartans! 🔵⚪️🏈<a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://t.co/bTP5sH7nEO">pic.twitter.com/bTP5sH7nEO</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='953534' first='Brady' last='Bruckner'] (@BradyBruckner) <a href="https://x.com/BradyBruckner/status/2081124797895856153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623855"],"_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-6a6d68774a3b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1623855' first='Will' last='Sabatos'] is a big-time athlete in the 2027 class. As a wide receiver and a linebacker/defensive back, he is outstanding. On defense, he is a matchup piece you can play all over the field. He is good at playing in space and making plays all over the field. Then, as a wide receiver, he is a big-time player who is outstanding after he catches the ball. Sabatos is already committed to Miami (Ohio), which is good for him. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Next 4: Oxford, Ohio <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/committed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#committed</a> <a href="https://x.com/MiamiOHFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MiamiOHFootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachZaneRies?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachZaneRies</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachBrechin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBrechin</a> <a href="https://x.com/Martin_Miami_HC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Martin_Miami_HC</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://x.com/s_cosentino56?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@s_cosentino56</a> <a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/TheWPIALEdition?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TheWPIALEdition</a> <a href="https://x.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://x.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://x.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://x.com/AJWPIAL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AJWPIAL</a> <a href="https://t.co/LDh7Uhbnme">pic.twitter.com/LDh7Uhbnme</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1623855' first='Will' last='Sabatos'] (@Willsabatos) <a href="https://x.com/Willsabatos/status/2042678567033802990?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1715282"],"_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-6a6d68774a406"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1715282' first='Nate' last='Cirincione'] is an intriguing prospect who is a good athlete. He has good size (6'4"), athleticism, and strength. Playing edge or tight end, he was outstanding last year. As an edge defender, he gets off the ball quickly. He can use his hands well and is disruptive against opposing offenses. Then, as a tight end, he is a match-up nightmare. He catches the ball well and makes plays. Cirincione has offers from Eastern Michigan and Miami (Ohio). I expect he gets more offers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After a GREAT conversation with <a href="https://x.com/Coach_Creighton?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Creighton</a> I'm grateful to announce my 2nd Division 1 offer from <a href="https://x.com/EMUFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EMUFB</a> !!!<a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/s_cosentino56?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@s_cosentino56</a> <a href="https://x.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://x.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://x.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachSDugan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSDugan</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachTee34?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTee34</a> <a href="https://t.co/8xWsFd52j3">pic.twitter.com/8xWsFd52j3</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1715282' first='Nate' last='Cirincione'] (@NateCirincione) <a href="https://x.com/NateCirincione/status/2068467083772321844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 20, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624081"],"_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-6a6d68774a451"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1624081' first='Santino' last='Nowozeniuk'] is a big-time wide receiver in the 2027 class. He is excellent at racking up yards after he catches the ball. He has a good ability to make defenders miss in the open field. The other part I like about his film is his body control. He catches the ball between defenders. He also shows a good ability to run routes and make plays. Nowozeniuk is an outstanding wide receiver. He picked up an offer from Brown University, a good start to his recruitment. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After a great conversation with <a href="https://x.com/CoachPDeCapito?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPDeCapito</a> and <a href="https://x.com/BrownHCPerry?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrownHCPerry</a> I'm very blessed and excited to announce that i've received my first D1 offer from <a href="https://x.com/BrownU_Football?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrownU_Football</a> ! <a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://x.com/wpialsportsnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@wpialsportsnews</a> <a href="https://x.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://x.com/Coach_DiRi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_DiRi</a> <a href="https://x.com/coachDjackson1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachDjackson1</a> <a href="https://t.co/RnjRw7ft9u">pic.twitter.com/RnjRw7ft9u</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1624081' first='Santino' last='Nowozeniuk'] (@SNowozeniuk) <a href="https://x.com/SNowozeniuk/status/2040538850955587974?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1663688"],"_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-6a6d68774a49a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1663688' first='Hunter' last='Stevens'] has limited film from last season. He showed some solid film as a defensive and offensive lineman. He has a chance to play and possibly start this season for Bethel Park. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time today at the Thiel College prospect camp! Thank you <a href="https://x.com/coachporter1010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachporter1010</a> and <a href="https://x.com/Coach_MoDLG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_MoDLG</a> for having me, I learn a lot and got better today! <a href="https://t.co/a4YusqJYgd">pic.twitter.com/a4YusqJYgd</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1663688' first='Hunter' last='Stevens'] (@Hunterstevens77) <a href="https://x.com/Hunterstevens77/status/2081098524683362769?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624093"],"_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-6a6d68774a4fd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1624093' first='Nathan' last='Purcell'] is a talented two-way lineman from Bethel Park. Playing as a guard and defensive tackle, he played well. As a guard, he is a dominant run blocker. He does a good job blocking in the run game. He is excellent at firing off the ball and driving defenders off the ball. Then, as a defensive tackle, he is hard to move off the ball. Purcell got his 1st offer from Saint Vincent College. I expect more offers to come his way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">After a great visit and conversation with <a href="https://x.com/CoachCGoff?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachCGoff</a> I am blessed to receive an offer from <a href="https://x.com/SVC_FTBL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SVC_FTBL</a>!! Greatful for the opportunity to earn my spot and continue my academic and athletic career with <a href="https://x.com/SVC_FTBL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SVC_FTBL</a>! Thank you <a href="https://x.com/CoachPeluso_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeluso_</a> @CoachJohnstonRB and <a href="https://x.com/CoachCGoff?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachCGoff</a>… <a href="https://t.co/2W0TmAqE9P">pic.twitter.com/2W0TmAqE9P</a></p>&mdash; Nate Purcell (@NatePurcell08) <a href="https://x.com/NatePurcell08/status/2062641784325636177?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 4, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1623946"],"_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-6a6d68774a547"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1623946' first='Ryan' last='Bergia'] is an outstanding defensive tackle in the 2027 class. He does an excellent job taking on double-team blocks and splitting them. He is hard to move off his spot as he shows a strong base. Offensive linemen struggle trying to block him because of his leverage and strength at the point of attack. Bergia also shows a motor that never quits. He is a good interior offensive lineman. He moves defenders off the ball. Bergia is a good player who is a highly skilled lineman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Please Consider watching my junior season highlights:<br><br>Class of 2027<br>Offensive Guard <br>Defensive nose guard <br>Height: 6'1<br>Weight: 275<br>Bethel Park High School<br>Cell: 412-627-0059<br>Hudl: <a href="https://t.co/wFUzb80IUT">https://t.co/wFUzb80IUT</a><a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/KeithHuebner1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KeithHuebner1</a> <a href="https://x.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://t.co/RbPjJs2xA8">pic.twitter.com/RbPjJs2xA8</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1623946' first='Ryan' last='Bergia'] (@RyanBergia) <a href="https://x.com/RyanBergia/status/1987586889118019660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2227434"],"_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-6a6d68774a58f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2227434' first='Max' last='Novak'] is a good quarterback with excellent size (6'3") and athleticism. I expect a huge season from him this year as his 1st year starting. Below is what my colleague Vic Castillo wrote about him earlier this month:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>"6'3, 180-pound 2028 QB prospect out of Bethel Park High School. Carries a 4.1 GPA. Has been active on the recruiting trail this offseason, including 7-on-7 work at a West Virginia event in June.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The evaluation starts with the physical upside. He has the type of build colleges like to bet on early in the process. There is still work to be done, but the long term outlook remains strong. This is a developmental quarterback worth investing time into". </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time competing at these past 7v7s. Excited for what's ahead! Here are some clips: <a href="https://x.com/WPIAL_Insider?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WPIAL_Insider</a> <a href="https://x.com/210ths?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@210ths</a> <a href="https://x.com/PA_TodaySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PA_TodaySports</a> <a href="https://x.com/CoachPeckich?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachPeckich</a> <a href="https://x.com/BPHawksfootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BPHawksfootball</a> <a href="https://x.com/michaelemcmahon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@michaelemcmahon</a> <a href="https://x.com/s_cosentino56?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@s_cosentino56</a> <a href="https://t.co/K5UbLFZ7UZ">pic.twitter.com/K5UbLFZ7UZ</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2227434' first='Max' last='Novak'], (28) QB 6'3 180 (@Max_Novak_16) <a href="https://x.com/Max_Novak_16/status/2067396355446681947?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2256313"],"_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-6a6d68774a5d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2256313' first='Deshawn' last='Barfield'] has no film from last season, but he looks like he could be a breakout star. He has the size (6'3") and athleticism to make an impact as a wide receiver this season. Looking at the 7-on-7 circuit, he is having a strong summer. I expect him to make an impact this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":2263714,"_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-6a6d6c45ccf24"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2263714' first='Dillan' last='Donnellan'] has limited film from last season, but he showed some good ability as an interior offensive lineman. I expect he will make an impact this season as an offensive lineman. He could be starting or playing for Bethel Park this season. I expect him to have a good year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Throw back from when I played right guard against South Fayette! <a href="https://t.co/EQarw75r7W">pic.twitter.com/EQarw75r7W</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='2263714' first='Dillan' last='Donnellan'] (@dillan_donnelln) <a href="https://x.com/dillan_donnelln/status/2044078133972992186?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 14, 2026</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->