Top Power Forwards In the State
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The 4 or the power forward position has transcended over time. This used to be the position that did things opposite of the center. For example, high-low action, posted on the opposite block (take the ball out). They still did…
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Continue ReadingThe 4 or the power forward position has transcended over time. This used to be the position that did things opposite of the center. For example, high-low action, posted on the opposite block (take the ball out). They still did the grunt work as far as rebounding, setting picks, and pretty much anything around the glass. However, thanks to Dirk Nowitzki and others, the position has “stretched” the floor per se. Now you have kids are at this position, pulling 3s, leading breaks, pick and pop instead of pick n’ rolling. They tend to be longer and more athletic. If you have a type of player such as this on your squad, it can be a game changer.
Obviously, scoring happens, but to be able to have this option to utilize is an added bonus. Across this great state that prides itself in women’s basketball, we have a little bit of the best of both worlds. Depending on where you are from, your coaches scheme, and the type of player you are, you have the stretch 4s or the traditional power forwards. Both play an integral role in the success of their team. However, both types are important and are one of the most impactful positions on the floor. Throughout our state, these girls are counted on nightly to get it done. If it’s putting the ball in the bucket or crashing the boards, this position is a must have for any ball club.
Below is a list of some of the most important “4” position players. They aren’t ranked by any means, but understand they pose an important role for their ball club. The list below is listed by class, so when you see these young ladies hoop, take in how talented these young ladies truly are. Here is the 2023-2024 list of the top 20 power forwards/4 spot positions in the state.
- Torri James Torri James 5'11" | PF Rossview | 2024 State TN (5’11/Sr./ Rossview)
- Jaylynn Baldwin Jaylynn Baldwin 5'11" | C Cumberland Co. | 2024 State TN (5’11/Sr./ Cumberland Co.)
- Lilly Kee Lilly Kee 6'0" | PF Huntingdon | 2024 State TN (6’0/Sr./ Huntingdon)
- Jayla Horton Jayla Horton 5'11" | PF East Nashville | 2024 State TN (5’11/Sr./East Nashville)
- Blair Baugus Blair Baugus 6'0" | PF Wayne Co. | 2025 State TN (6’0/Jr./ Wayne Co.)
- Channah Gannon Channah Gannon 6'0" | PF Coffee Co. | 2025 State TN (6’0/Jr./ Coffee Co.)
- Brady Branam Brady Branam 6'2" | PF TKA | 2025 State TN (6’2/Jr./TKA)
- Natalie Green Natalie Green 5'10" | PF Macon Co. | 2025 State TN (5’10/Jr./ Macon Co.)
- Curtlyn Lee Curtlyn Lee 5'11" | PF Sequatchie Co. | 2025 State TN (5’11/ Jr./ Sequatchie Co.)
- Chloe Heath Chloe Heath 6'0" | SF Clinton | 2025 State TN (6’1/Jr./ Heritage)
- Ava Jones Ava Jones 6'1" | PF Hutchison | 2026 State TN (6’1/Jr./ White Co.)
- Ciara Thomas Ciara Thomas 6'2" | PF Trezvant | 2025 State TN (6’3/ Jr./ Trezevant)
- Kimora Fields Kimora Fields 6'2" | PF Bradley Central | 2026 State TN (6’1/So./ Bradley Central)
- Faye Williams Faye Williams 6'3" | PF Bartlett | 2026 State TN (6’3/So./ Bartlett)
- Sania Reaves Sania Reaves 5'11" | PF Gibson Co. | 2026 State TN (5’11/So./ Gibson Co.)
- Samiyah Jones Samiyah Jones 6'2" | PF Bartlett | 2026 State TN (6’2/So./Bartlett)
- Natavia Alber Natavia Alber 6'1" | PF Northview Academy | 2026 State TN (6’1/So./ Northview Academy)
- Addie Lowe Addie Lowe 5'10" | PF Pickett Co. | 2026 State TN (5’10/ So./ Pickett Co.)
- Lauren Hassell Lauren Hassell 6'2" | PF Clarksville Christian | 2027 TN (6’2/Fr./ Clarksville Christian)
- Maggie Kate Kelley Maggie Kate Kelley 5'11" | PF Lebanon | 2027 TN (5’11/Fr./ Lebanon)