
St Joseph
Program Scout Report
Overview
St. Joseph operates as an independent prep program that has established itself as a serious player development destination. The program's ability to attract and develop top-tier talent is evidenced by their current roster strength, including multiple nationally ranked prospects across different graduating classes.
Coaching Staff
Steve Donahue brings extensive coaching experience to St. Joseph, leading a program focused on maximizing individual player potential while building competitive team dynamics. His approach emphasizes both skill development and basketball IQ, creating an environment where elite prospects can refine their games before making the jump to major college programs.
Player Development
The program's current roster showcases its recruiting and development capabilities, headlined by Tounde Yessoufou, a top-15 national prospect in the 2025 class. St. Joseph demonstrates strong pipeline management with quality prospects across multiple graduation years, including promising underclassmen like Aidan Carter in the 2028 class, indicating sustainable talent acquisition and long-term program building.
Culture & Academics
St. Joseph maintains a focused basketball environment that prioritizes player development and preparation for the next level. The program's independent status allows for flexibility in scheduling and roster management to best serve their players' development needs.
Recruiting Outlook
With 18 tracked players currently on roster, St. Joseph shows impressive depth and recruiting reach. The presence of multiple nationally ranked prospects, including a top-15 player and solid prospects in future classes, positions the program well for continued success. The coaching staff's ability to identify and develop talent across different class years suggests a sustainable model for maintaining competitive relevance in prep basketball.
Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Coaching Staff

Steve Donahue
Head Coach
Achievements & Facilities
Notable Achievements
- • State Champions
Roster
Class of 2026
Godson Eyita
3 offers
Elijah Ormond
1 offer
Josiah Gonzales
Vonshay Azziz
Williams Sacre
Asaph Akouete
1 offer
Isaiah Cain
3 offers
Aiden Thompson
Committed: Texas
Abdoul Bare
Dylan Fasse
Malcolm Price
Colbie Pettiford
Committed: East Carolina Bobby Pettiford Jr
Gunner Morinini
4 offers

Julius Price
📍 Santa Maria
Committed: Stanford
