MIDLAND, PA — In the high-stakes world of WPIAL basketball, few players carry the gravity of Josh Pratt. As the 2025-2026 season unfolds, the 6-foot-2 senior guard has not just taken the court; he has reclaimed his status as one of the most dominant forces in Pennsylvania high school hoops. Now back at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School after a legendary stint at Aliquippa, Pratt is proving that his storm is far from over. It is just moving into its most powerful phase.
Pratt’s resume reads like a hardwood manifesto. A two-time state player of the year (Class 2A in 2024 and Class 3A in 2025), he arrives at Lincoln Park with over 1,150 career points and a championship pedigree that includes both WPIAL and PIAA titles. Last season at Aliquippa, he was a statistical marvel, averaging 22.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game.
The transition back to Lincoln Park, where he spent his freshman year, was one of the biggest stories of the off-season. While a transfer during a senior year often carries red tape, Pratt successfully navigated a WPIAL hearing in September to secure full postseason eligibility. For the Leopards, who faced a rare down year last season, Pratt’s arrival is the ultimate reinforcement.
His scoring prowess is precisely what caught the eye of Division I programs across the country. After narrowing down a list that included Drexel, Northeastern, and Robert Morris, Pratt officially committed to Columbia University in late September 2025. Choosing the Ivy League path speaks to his maturity, aligning his elite court vision and slick ball-handling with a future on the biggest stage of collegiate academics.
On the floor, Pratt is a combo guard in the truest sense. He possesses a lightning-quick release from beyond the arc and the physical strength to finish through contact in transition. Alongside his younger brother, Jeremiah, Josh is currently leading a Lincoln Park resurgence that has the rest of Section 4 on high alert.
As the playoffs loom, the narrative is clear: Josh Pratt isn’t just playing out his final high school chapter; he’s writing a legacy. For the fans at Midland and the scouts watching from afar, every bucket is a reminder of why he remains the gold standard of Pittsburgh basketball.