DP Basketball 23-24 Game Program

2023-2024

DEVON PREP BASKETBALL

FOUNDATIONS Accountability Hard Work Gratefulness

Toughness

RNTK DESIGNS

Delone Catholic Roster

Head Coach: Brandon Staub

Mascot: Squires

DEVON PREP PLAYER PROFILES

BRIAN KAMARA #1

CLASS OF 2024

6‘2", 180 LBS., FORWARD

MASON THEAR #2

CLASS OF 2025

5‘11", 155 LBS., POINT GUARD

CALVIN SMITH #4

CLASS OF 2025

6‘3", 175 LBS., SHOOTING GUARD

SHANE DOYLE #5

CLASS OF 2025

6‘3", 170 LBS., GUARD

AYINDE MCLENDON #10

CLASS OF 2025

6‘0", 157 LBS., POINT GUARD

DEVON PREP

PLAYER PROFILES

REECE CRAFT #21

CLASS OF 2025

6‘7", 200 LBS., WING/SMALL FORWARD

ZACH ORCHARD #22

CLASS OF 2024

5'11", 165 LBS., POINT GUARD

GREG PERULLO #23

CLASS OF 2024

5‘11", 170 LBS., SHOOTING GUARD

EN COSTELLO #24

LASS OF 2024

5", 205 LBS., WING/FORWARD

DEVON PREP PLAYER PROFILES

ZANE CONLON #25

CLASS OF 2025

6‘5", 205 LBS., GUARD/WING

MIKE PERGOLIS #32

CLASS OF 2024

6‘0", 160 LBS., POINT GUARD

COOPER FAIRLAMB #45

CLASS OF 2027

6‘3", 165 LBS., WING

2023-24 VARSITY SCHEDULE

12/1 LINCOLN PARK 7pm at Geneva College

12/2 NORTH CATHOLIC 4pm at North Catholic

12/3 URSULINE HS noon at North Catholic

12/6 CONSTITUTION 7:30pm at Franklin Ben HS

12/9 at WEST PHILLY 2:30pm

12/13 OVERBOOK 7:30pm

12/17 at CRISTO REY 7:30pm 12/20 at FRIENDS CENTRAL 1pm POSTPONED

12/22 DOBBINS 2:30pm 1/2 ROMAN CATHOLIC 7pm 1/8 at LASALLE 7pm 1/12 ARCHBISHOP RYAN 7pm 1/14 ST. JOE‘S PREP 2:30pm 1/19 at ARCHBISHOP CARROLL 6pm 1/21 BONNER 1:30pm 1/26 at WEST CATHOLIC 7pm

at LANSDALE CATHOLIC 1:30pm

at FATHER JUDGE 7pm

ARCHBISHOP WOOD 2:30pm

at NEUMANN GORETTI 7pm 2/9 CONWELL EGAN (Senior Night) 7pm

CARDINAL O’HARA 2:30pm

AT DEVON PREP IT’S ABOUT GETTING BETTER

“Each day we strive to get better in whatever we do – the weight room, the classroom, film study, nutrition, on the court – we always want to be a little better when we finish an activity than we were when we started it. While we always compete as hard as possible, we realize that we may not always score more points than our opponent. That being said, if we are always getting better, even in small increments, in the long run we will see huge improvements and the fact that we did not score more points than the other team on a given night will truly not matter. We will have taken that event and turned it into a positive experience that we got better from.”

~ Jason Fisher, Head Varsity Basketball Coach, Devon Prep Tide

DEVON PREP & THE PCL

Devon Prep’s journey to the Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) was fueled by Coach Fisher’s desire for Devon Prep studentathletes to strive to get better every day. What better place to do that than in the historic and highly competitive PCL that is right in Devon Prep’s back yard.

The tip-off to the Philadelphia Catholic League happened in 1920 when Monsignor Bonner threw up the ball for the opening tap in the first league game played between St. Joe’s Prep and Roman Catholic (called Catholic High at the time). The other teams in the PCL that first year were Villanova Prep (later called Malvern Prep and a PCL member until 1923) and West Catholic. The St. Joe’s Prep loss to Roman in that first game was their only loss of the season on their way to the first Philadelphia Catholic League Championship with a 7-1 record.

Over the years teams moved in and out of the PCL – including Salesianum (who lost to SJP in a 22-21 playoff barnburner in 1923), Trenton Cathedral and Camden Catholic. The Philadelphia teams of North Catholic, St. Tommy More, Cardinal Dougherty, Kennedy-Kendrick and Bishop McDevitt were also members of the PCL at various times. Devon Prep joined the PCL for the 2018-2019 basketball season. Prior to that time, the PCL had not expanded since Lansdale Catholic joined in 2012. Current basketball teams who participate in the Philadelphia Catholic League are Archbishop Carroll, Archbishop Ryan, Archbishop Wood, Bonner and Prendie, Cardinal O’Hara, Conwell-Egan, Devon Prep, Father Judge, Lansdale Catholic, LaSalle College, Neumann-Goretti, Roman Catholic, St. Joseph’s Prep and West Catholic.

The PCL championship game is played at the Palestra – the historic arena referred to as “the Cathedral of College Basketball”on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. As of 2022, 47 PCL players have made their way to the NBA. Among them are names familiar to those in the Philadelphia area and beyond: Marc Jackson, Paul Arizin, Tom Gola, Derrick Jones, Collin Gillespie and Jalen Duren. Big 5 Legends Phil Martelli, Jack Ramsay and Speedy Morris paced the sidelines coaching their PCL teams aiming to make it to the Palestra. The basketball talent that is drawn to the PCL has earned the league the reputation of being one of the toughest high school basketball leagues in the country.

SO WHY JOIN THE PCL?

JASON FISHER, DEVON PREP’S HEAD VARSITY BASKETBALL COACH AND ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, SHARES HIS THOUGHTS ABOUT DEVON PREP’S PARTICIPATION IN THE PCL:

Why did you think the Philadelphia Catholic League was the right league for Devon Prep?

“First and foremost, the values of the PCL closely align with the values of Devon Prep {respect, teamwork, honesty, fair play, service, leadership}. Another benefit is the very high caliber of athletes who participate in the PCL. The competition is intense and that helps our Devon Prep student-athletes develop and grow in many different ways that help them in athletics and in life.”

Why is being a part of the PCL important to the Devon Prep basketball program and the school?

“Playing against the best players in the area constantly challenges us and truly helps us to achieve our goal of always getting better. Being a member of the PCL provides our entire school with the opportunity to become a part of Philadelphia history and introduces Devon Prep students to the awesome atmosphere of PCL games that are filled with spirit and pride.”

How did playing in the PCL help you win a PIAA State Championship in 2022 year and make it to the PIAA Elite Eight in 2023?

“Playing in the PCL makes us realize how hard we have to work constantly. It is the best league in the state and in order for us to compete we need to constantly be working and always getting better.”

How do the DP coaches and players feel to be a part of the PCL?

“It is the greatest league in the state. There is never an off night. Where else would you want to play?”

Article: Philadelphia Catholic League Announces the Addition of Devon Prep

DEVON PREP COACHES

JASON FISHER, VARSITY HEAD COACH

High School: Holy Ghost Prep

College: University of Scranton - 1st Team All-Region; MAC Freedom League 1st Team and Scoring Champion

Coaching Experience:

Devon Preparatory School - 10+ years

Holy Ghost Prep - coached basketball and soccer

Over 10 years coaching AAU

PIAA 3A Coach of the Year 1-2022 PCL Coach of the Year

love most about coaching at Devon is helping -athletes get better and achieve their goals.”

areer recognition:

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ard Recipient as Royals' Most Valuable 562) m (1998)

DEVON PREP COACHES

GREG SAUER, HEAD COACH JUNIOR VARSITY

High School: Interboro High School

College: Rosemont College - played soccer & tennis

Master's Degree in Secondary Education

Coaching Experience:

9 Years - Devon Prep

5 Years - East Coast Power

1 Year - PA Hoops Academy

“What I love most about coaching at Devon is having the opportunity to impact the lives of our athletes on and off the court and competing in one of the best leagues in the country.”

BRANDON CARTER, HEAD COACH FRESHMEN TEAM

High school: American Christian High School

College: American International College/ Cabrini College - played basketball

Coaching experience:

3 years Assistant Coach at Devon Prep

1 year Head Coach of DP Freshman Team

5 years at Norristown HS (Assistant Coach)

Over 10 years coaching AAU

“What I love best about coaching at Devon is being able to compete at the highest level. It's the best conference in PA. Also Devon allows me to grow!”

DEVON PREP COACHES

KEVIN CARROLL, ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH

College: Gettysburg College - played basketball

Coaching experience: 10th year at Devon Prep; 12 years coaching AAU

"What I love most about coaching at Devon is having the opportunity to develop relationships with dedicated student athletes and their families. Also, working together with our coaching staff to help those young men work towards their dreams and goals, while competing at the highest level every day."

MATT O'HARA, ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH

College: Muhlenberg College - played basketball Masters in Clinical Counseling and Performance Psychology from LaSalle University

Coaching experience: 6th year at Devon Prep as Varsity Assistant C h (3 seasons as the Head JV coach); 3 years Graduate nt at La Salle University; 1 year University of Valley Forge tant Coach.

love most about coaching at Devon is working with the d competing in the best league in the Philadelphia area."

SHAWN WHEELER, ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH

hool: Interboro High School

: Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, played all

ng experience: 7th year at Devon Prep; 25 years g AAU, Collegiate, High School, Middle School, Youth

the many challenges that coaching at DP (and in the esent. The PCL is arguably one of the very best leagues ountry. The student-athletes and coaching staff here at Prep embrace these opportunities and focus on the ent development both on and off the basketball floor."

EVON PREP COACHES

BRIAN MANGAM, ASSISTANT VARSITY/JV COACH

College: York College of Pennsylvania; MBA from Gwynedd Mercy University

Coaching experience: 5th year at Devon Prep; 7 years coaching AAU

"What I love most about coaching at Devon is the opportunity to develop personal relationships which otherwise I wouldn't be able to. The potential positive impact I have on players and families is a responsibility I take very seriously as well."

UNCAN, MIDDLE SCHOOL HEAD

CH & ASSISTANT VARSITY COACH

hool: PJP XXIII High School - played basketball & soccer

e: Susquehanna University, Finance played basketball

s in Information Systems Management Security

ng experience: 6th year at Devon Prep; 9 years AAU

I love most about coaching at Devon is how rewarding it e able to foster mentorship relationships with the boys, ble to be there in a time of need, and watch their and development on and off the court."

JACKSON BUZBEE, DP STUDENT COACH

High school: Devon Preparatory School

Coaching experience: 4th year coaching at Devon Prep

"What I love most about coaching at Devon is seeing all the players grow and achieve their goals."

VIP SUPPORT TEAM

TEAM MANAGERS: NORA BRANNAN AND RILEY FISHER

THE VOICE OF DP: MATT FABRIZIO

"THE PIT" BOSS: DAVID WOODWARD

PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:

@ACTIVEIMAGEMEDIA

@TJSCOTT_REELS

@SHOTBYSCHMADER

@SPEAKREALSPORTS

BLC PRODUCTIONS

DEVON PREP BASKETBALL PROGRAM FEATURES

3xperweekopengymsthatincorporateskill buildingsuchasballhandling,shooting, &defenseaswellaslivegames

Pastoff-seasonleagueshaveincludedPlymouthWhitemarsh,WestChester, HatboroandSpookyNooK

Pastoff-seasonshowcases:DonofrioClassic,Billy LakeMemorial,WestChester64,BlackCager SportsFallClassic,PostandPivot"Pre-Live"

ParticipationintheNCAAJuneLiveperiodat JeffersonUniversity

STRENGTH & AGILITY

Full-timestrength&conditioningcoach

StrengthprogramdesignedbyaDoctorateof PhysicalTherapywithexplosive&functional strengthasthegoal

Highprioritytowardsinjuryprevention

Pre-andPost-seasoncombinetestingto monitorimprovementsandadjustments

Personalandteamgoalssetfromtesting outcomes

YOGA

Weekly, in and off-season team yoga

Increases flexibility and reduces risk for injuries

DEVON PREP BASKETBALL PROGRAM FEATURES, cont.

NUTRITION

Certified nutritionist meets with team Player evaluation from which a customized meal plan is created to maximize nutrition and performance

SERVICE & LEADERSHIP

American Cancer Society Walks

Players as youth camp counselors

Volunteer at Coaches vs. Cancer

Collecting items/assembling blessing bags for newborns and Easter baskets for children in need

Donating basketballs for youths

Collaborative projects with Sacred Heart Academy (sister school)

TEAM BONDING

Team meals

College visits as a team: pre-season visits included US Naval Academy, Haverford College, Randolph Macon College, Swarthmore University and the University of Pennsylvania

Team camps

Big Brother/Little Brother Program

Attending school events together such as the school play, days of service and sporting events

Road Trips: Brooklyn, Maryland, Pittsburgh, Virginia

DEVON PREP BASKETBALL PROGRAM FEATURES

SPECIAL EVENTS

Season kick-off dinner

Media Day

Blue and Gold game

Saint Tommy More Night

Military Night

Senior Night

Coaches vs. Cancer

Year-end basketball banquet

Senior sports banquet

COMMUNICATION / STREAMING

Game streams through NFHS Network

Hudl account is used for post-game viewing and to create highlight reels

Parent and player communication is through TeamSnap

COLLEGE RECRUITING / EXPOSURE

Our players are regularly featured in write-ups and receive social media coverage by the prominent basketball reporters in the Philadelphia area including: City of Basketball Love, Philadelphia Sports Digest, Prep Hoops, RareFootage & Delco Times

Our players get college exposure through Devon Prep's participation in the June Philly Live period at Jefferson University as well as other showcases

College Prep at Devon Prep brought college basketball coaches to Devon to talk about college recruiting and playing in college

Philadelphia Catholic League, recognized as one of the premier high school leagues in the country, attracts college coaches and recruiters who attend games on a regular basis

DEVON PREP BASKETBALL FANS "THE PIT"

The Devon Prep basketball program is blessed to have incredible dedication and support from our fans - parents, grandparents, family members, school faculty & staff, Devon Prep alumni, Saint Tommy More alumni, and Friends of Devon Prep basketball. But our biggest fans - the ones we count on the most - are in the DEVON PREP "PIT" and are recognized as THE BEST high school fans in the Philly Catholic League!

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