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By Josh Verlin (@jmverlin)
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It’s time for the second weekend of Philly Live 2025.

After a few days of rest, it’s time to get back to the courts, with more than 200 teams and even more college coaches coming to the courts at Jefferson University and the Alan Horwitz ‘Sixth Man’ Center between Friday and Sunday. 

Here’s a look at some of the top games Sunday, with the day’s full schedule below:

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2025 Philly Live II Daily Previews

Friday, June 27 | Saturday, June 28 | Sunday, June 29

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Chester Charter vs. Conestoga
9:00 AM, PYB Ct. 4

Start the day off with a battle of defending District 1 champs, a Class 1A vs. Class 6A game that nevertheless should be a really good one. Chester Charter’s class of 2027 is deep and talented, including guards Jamar Groomes and Naz Feggins and wings Dom Miller and Nieem Gregory, a group that has eyes on a deep run into March. Conestoga graduated a couple seniors from last year’s district run but returns a trio of quality 2026s in point guard Rowan Miller and wings Shane O’Brien and Cory Hogan, all starters from a year ago. Expect an uptempo, physical contest by two teams with a lot of offensive options. 

Archbishop Carroll vs. Rutgers Prep (N.J.)
10:10 AM, PYB Ct. 4

Rutgers Prep always comes down to Philly for some big-time matchups, and they’ve played a few classics over the years, like an overtime game against Coatesville this past weekend. This could be another great one as Matt Bloom’s Argonauts and Francis Bowe’s Patriots both have talent throughout the roster. Bloom’s Rutgers Prep squad relies on 6-11 2026 Logan Franz, while 2027 G Rocco Loomis had some big-time showings; 2028 Will Brunson is a big-time prospect to watch at 6-6. Carroll features the 2026 class of Drew Corrao (6-9), Nasir Ralls (6-0) and Christian Matos (6-2) plus high-major 2027 target Munir Greig, a 6-6 wing who can play a number of positions on the court. 

Roman Catholic vs. St. John’s College (D.C.)
11:20 AM, Jefferson Ct. 1

Roman Catholic’s always a big name, led by recent VCU pledge Sammy Jackson, a 6-7 2026 wing, plus 6-5 2026 Bryce Presley, with a pair of up-and-coming 2028 guards in Brad Wanamaker Jr. and Dwayne Ruffin Jr. St. John’s College (D.C.) is likewise always a contender in the powerhouse WCAC, with an absolutely stacked roster. This year’s group is led by 2026 F Zyion Chase, 2026 Gs Devin Toatley and Geremy Clark and 2027 C James BiBitetto, plus promising 2027 G/Fs Jordan Taylor and Jymin Veney. Expect a flock of coaches and a game to match.  

West Catholic vs. Roselle Catholic (N.J.)
11:20 AM, PYB Ct. 3

The Burrs love to test themselves all year long, and that’s no different this June. Miguel Bocachica’s West Catholic squad won the PIAA 3A championship last year and is hoping to run it back behind 6-7 2026 F Kingston Wheatley, a Division I recruit with multiple mid-major offers, and a host of talented 2027 guards: Eric Scott, Xavier Fauntroy, Rahmir Sparks, Yasai Rozier and more. Roselle Catholic is loaded with high-quality 2026s, all guards: Jalen Grant, Tyrease Hunter, Trey Lewis and Khalik Thomas will all draw college coaches to the sidelines of their games. 

Imhotep Charter vs. St. Peter’s Prep (N.J.)
12:30 PM, PYB Ct. 3

One of the co-hosts, Imhotep Charter gets one game each day, and they’re all great ones. The Panthers, under Andre Noble, have been arguably the strongest program in the state over the last two decades, and this year he has another group with eyes on Public League and state titles. Senior wing Latief Lorenzano-White is a versatile 6-5 lefty, Jordan Dill is a 5-11 2026 with Division I interest and 2,000 points under his belt, and 2027s Kevin Benson III and Malik Brown Jr. are next up for the Panthers. St. Peter’s Prep counters with a tough, veteran group including 2026 Fs Nick Ferdinand and Derek Gomez along with 2026 Gs Richie Rosa and Mason Santiago, all of whom are scholarship-level players. 

Plymouth Whitemarsh vs. Rutgers Prep (N.J.)
12:30 PM, PYB Ct. 4

It’s a good day for Rutgers Prep, which gets another big-time matchup in a Plymouth Whitemarsh squad that’s trying to stake its claim as the best in District 1. The Colonials’ argument starts with the 2026 combo of F/C Michael Pereira, who’s picked up offers from La Salle, Drexel and Penn the last few weeks, and SG Mani Sajid, who holds numerous mid-to-high-major offers. But Jim Donofrio’s squad isn’t just the two; there’s depth in the frontcourt with 6-6 2026 Micah Thompson, and 2027 G Buddy Denard plus 2026 Gs Jack Hayes and Terron Davis provide quality depth. 

Father Judge vs. Roselle Catholic (N.J.)
1:40 PM, PYB Ct. 4

Another one of the must-see shows at Philly Live, Father Judge is the defending Catholic League and PIAA Class 6A champions, winning the former for the first time in 26 years and the latter for the first time ever. Back are a terrific trio of 2026 guards in Derrick Morton-Rivera, Rocco Westfield and Max Moshinski, who blew up last weekend and pulled in around a half-dozen offers after waiting quite a while for his first. Head coach Chris Roantree has plenty more in the stables, including 2027 G Naz Tyler and some incoming freshman they’re really excited about. 

Archbishop Wood vs. Colonia (N.J.)
1:40 PM, PYB Ct. 5

The other co-hosts, Archbishop Wood has a couple guards going through their own blowups this summer in 2026 Brady MacAdams and 2027 Caleb Lundy, both of whom are pulling in Division I offers. And 2027 F/C Jaydn Jenkins is a 6-11 unicorn who can stretch the floor, with as much upside as anybody in the city. Colonia has a no-doubt stud guard in 2026 Aidan Derkack, the latest in a line of basketball-playing siblings who’ve gone on to play Division I hoops; 2028 G Jayce Rodriguez is a quality young guard as well. 

Cumberland Valley vs. Morris Catholic (N.J.)
2:50 PM, PYB Ct. 6

As the event winds down, don’t miss this quality matchup of a squad from Central PA and one from northern New Jersey, both of whom have multiple college-level players. Cumberland Valley has two high-quality 2027s to watch in 6-6 wing Aiden Diehl and 6-1 guard Jared Dolimpio, who are both about to be third-year varsity contributors and two veteran leaders for head coach David Vespignani. Morris Catholic features a pair of 2026s in 6-3 guard Donnie Gregory, who plays for Philly Pride, as well as 6-5 wing Austin Workman, who’s got a fitting last name. 

Camden (N.J.) vs. Berks Catholic
4:00 PM, PYB Ct. 4

The last game set of the weekend — and of the June scholastic live periods — still has some quality matchups, including this one between one of South Jersey’s and Berks County’s best. Berks Catholic has one of the area’s top wings in 2026 Kingston McKoy, a versatile 6-3 guard/forward who can score from all three levels and also stuffs the stat sheet; 2028 guard Carmelo Harper is another one to watch for longtime head coach Snip Esterly. Camden has a whole bunch of new pieces, including a Georgia transfer in 2026 G Alex Pace, while 2028 F Andre Robinson has good size at 6-6 with a physical frame; his older brother is Camden alum and Monmouth wing Cornelius ‘Boog’ Robinson.

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Sunday, June 29
9:00 AM
Jefferson 1: Upper Darby vs. Triton (N.J.)
Jefferson 2: Cherry Hill West (N.J.) vs. Freire Charter
Jefferson 3: Sankofa Freedom vs. Newark Tech (N.J.)
Jefferson Aux.: Souderton vs. William Penn (Del.)
PYB 1: Pennsbury vs. Simon Gratz
PYB 2: Chichester vs. Norristown
PYB 3: Mastery North vs. Phoenixville
PYB 4: Chester Charter vs. Conestoga
PYB 5: South County (Va.) vs. Springfield (Delco.)
PYB 6: SLA-Beeber vs. Highland Regional (N.J.)

10:10 AM
Jefferson 1: Camden (N.J.) vs. Gonzaga College (D.C.)
Jefferson 2: Union Catholic (N.J.) vs. Salesianum (Del.)
Jefferson 3: Constitution vs. Kingsway (N.J.)
Jefferson Aux.: Cedar Crest vs. Liberty
PYB 1: Red Lion vs. St. Thomas Aquinas (N.J.)
PYB 2: Lenape (N.J.) vs. Lower Merion
PYB 3: James Blake (Md.) vs. Howard (Del.)
PYB 4: Archbishop Carroll vs. Rutgers Prep (N.J.)
PYB 5: Bishop Guilfoyle vs. Eng. & Sciences
PYB 6: Holy Cross (N.J.) vs. Cumberland Valley

11:20 AM
Jefferson 1: Roman Catholic vs. St. John’s College (D.C.)
Jefferson 2: Gill St. Bernard (N.J.) vs. St. Joseph’s Prep
Jefferson 3: Central Bucks West vs. Loch Raven (Md.)
Jefferson Aux.: Newark Tech (N.J.) vs. Simon Gratz
PYB 1: Council Rock South vs. Shawnee (N.J.)
PYB 2: Phoenixville vs. Chichester
PYB 3: West Catholic vs. Roselle Catholic (N.J.)
PYB 4: Archbishop Wood vs. St. Joe’s-Metuchen (N.J.)
PYB 5: Atlantic Tech (N.J.) vs. Caravel Academy (Del.)
PYB 6: Cherokee (N.J.) vs. Scranton Prep

12:30 PM
Jefferson 1: Seton Hall Prep (N.J.) vs. Salesianum (Del.)
Jefferson 2: Plainfield (N.J.) vs. West Philadelphia
Jefferson 3: Liberty vs. Largo (Md.)
Jefferson Aux.: Cedar Crest vs. Kingsway (N.J.)
PYB 1: Souderton vs. Woodbury (N.J.)
PYB 2: South County (Va.) vs. St. Thomas Aquinas (N.J.)
PYB 3: Imhotep Charter vs. St. Peter’s Prep (N.J.)
PYB 4: Plymouth Whitemarsh vs. Rutgers Prep (N.J.)
PYB 5: Chester Charter vs. Woodbridge (N.J.)
PYB 6: Executive Education vs. Morris Catholic (N.J.)

1:40 PM
Jefferson 1: Parkland vs. Berks Catholic
Jefferson 2: Roman Catholic vs. Union Catholic (N.J.)
Jefferson 3: Conwell-Egan vs. Sankofa Freedom
Jefferson Aux.: Holy Cross (N.J.) vs. Susquehanna Twp.
PYB 1: Council Rock South vs. Lenape (N.J.)
PYB 2: Scranton Prep vs. St. Mark’s (Del.)
PYB 3: St. Joe’s-Metuchen (N.J.) vs. Coatesville
PYB 4: Father Judge vs. Roselle Catholic (N.J.)
PYB 5: Archbishop Wood vs. Colonia (N.J.)
PYB 6: Garnet Valley vs. Ewing (N.J.)

2:50 PM
Jefferson 1: Woodbridge (Va.) vs. Wissahickon
Jefferson 2: Loch Raven (Md.) vs. Unionville
Jefferson 3: Camden Catholic (N.J.) vs. Hill-Freedman
Jefferson Aux.: Red Lion vs. Chester
PYB 1: Collegium Charter vs. Cherokee (N.J.)
PYB 2: Shawnee (N.J.) vs. Executive Education
PYB 3: Piscataway (N.J.) vs. Overbrook
PYB 4: N/A
PYB 5: Sun Valley vs. Atlantic Tech (N.J.)
PYB 6: Cumberland Valley vs. Morris Catholic (N.J.)

4:00 PM
Jefferson 1: Elizabeth (N.J.) vs. Parkland
Jefferson 2: Conestoga vs. Camden Eastside (N.J.)
Jefferson 3: Conwell-Egan vs. Susquehanna Twp.
Jefferson Aux.: Downingtown West vs. Plainfield (N.J.)
PYB 1: Bishop Eustace (N.J.) vs. Sankofa Freedom
PYB 2: Timber Creek (N.J.) vs. Spring-Ford
PYB 3: West Philadelphia vs. Upper Darby
PYB 4: Camden (N.J.) vs. Berks Catholic
PYB 5: Ewing (N.J.) vs. Constitution
PYB 6: Abraham Lincoln vs. Caravel Academy (Del.)