Updated Class of 2026 Rankings Top Forwards/Posts
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Prep Girls Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2026 rankings last week. Today, we take a look at a group of young forwards and post players in the class. Jayda Porter Jayda Porter 6'4" | C Rock Bridge…
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Continue ReadingPrep Girls Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2026 rankings last week. Today, we take a look at a group of young forwards and post players in the class.
Jayda Porter Jayda Porter 6'4" | C Rock Bridge | 2026 State MO (Rock Bridge): The 6’4″ forward was a dominant force at both ends of the floor as she led a young Bruins team to a berth in the Class 6 state championship game. She averaged 13 points and eight rebounds a game while shooting 64 percent from the field. She is also an excellent shot blocker.
Jayla McClinton Jayla McClinton 6'2" | PF Raytown South | 2026 State MO (Raytown South): The 6’1″ forward provided a strong presence in the paint as a freshman to compliment its talented crew of perimeter players. She averaged 12 points, eight rebounds and nearly three blocks a game.
Kennedy Stowers Kennedy Stowers 6'2" | PF Lutheran St. Charles | 2026 State MO (Lutheran-St. Charles): An athletic 6’1″ forward who played a big role in the Cougars run to the Class 5 state championship. She averaged nine points and five rebounds a game while shooting 55 percent from the field.
Evelyn Shane Evelyn Shane 6'0" | PF Ursuline Academy | 2026 State MO (Ursuline): A 6’0″ forward with excellent athleticism and a high motor. She can score and rebound inside while also being able to handle the ball and make jumpers. She averaged 14 points and five rebounds a game while making 35 percent from 3-point range.
Nevaeh Lucious Nevaeh Lucious 6'3" | PF Cape Notre Dame | 2026 State MO (Cape Notre Dame): A 6’2″ post player who had a strong season in helping the Bulldogs to a Final Four berth in the Class 5 state tournament. She has good footwork and the ability to score with both hands around the basket. She averaged eight points and four rebounds a game.
Lauren Ortwerth Lauren Ortwerth 5'11" | PF Cor Jesu | 2026 State MO (Cor Jesu): A 5’10” forward who was a double-double machine in her first year of playing varsity basketball. She was very strong around the basket as she averaged 15 points and 10 rebounds a game.
Sophie Terry Sophie Terry 6'0" | SG Raymore-PeculiarPeculiar | 2026 State MO (Raymore-Peculiar): A 6’0″ forward who can impact the game in a variety of ways with her versatile skill set. She averaged eight points, three rebounds and four assists a game.
Cora Smith Cora Smith 6'0" | SF Rock Bridge | 2026 State MO (Rock Bridge): A 5’11” forward who has the ability to stretch the defense with her 3-point shooting ability. She made 39 percent of her 3-point attempts and also shot 78 percent from the free throw line.
Moriyah Douglass Moriyah Douglass 6'3" | PF John Burroughs | 2026 State MO (John Burroughs): A 6’2″ combo forward who has a versatile skill set to go along with her height. She already has an early offer from Saint Louis University.
Addison Carr Addison Carr 6'6" | C Hickman | 2026 State MO (California): A 6’5″ post player with excellent height and an excellent upside. She has a strong presence in the low post with her ability to establish her position and block shots on defense.
Brooke Blankenship Brooke Blankenship 6'1" | PF St. Pius X | 2026 State MO (St. Pius): A 6’0″ forward with plays a physical game inside and has a strong motor. She averaged 10 points, eight rebounds and two blocks per game as a freshman.