Top Small Forwards In The State

Versatility. When I think about the Small Forwards position, I think of young ladies who can do all things. From playing on the perimeter to contributing down low, the ability to not only score the rock, but defend is highly important to this position. Their ability to contribute in more ways than one, has transcended over the years. It used to be that they were just the “other” wing player. Now, having a young lady who can hoop in that spot, is an added bonus. These girls are some grinders. If used correctly, they can be formidable kids who can uplift a team to greater heights.

This state is littered with very talented girls who play this position. Blessed with size, quickness, and bring multiple skill sets to the table, if you have a hooper at this position “ bless you.” They are threats beyond measure and with their abilities to just flat out get it done, your team will definitely be in contention come the end of the year.

We take a look at some of the top small forwards across the state. None are listed in any particular order. Just girls who are a big deal, make a big impact, and will create some big-time noise.

Take a look at some of the top small forwards who compete on Tennessee soil.

1. Molly Masingale Molly Masingale 5'9" | SF McMinn Co. | 2024 State TN (5’9/Sr./McMinn Co.)

2. Jaslyn Walters (5’9/Sr./ East Nashville)

3. Alonna Poole Alonna Poole 5'11" Oakland | 2024 TN (5’11/Sr./Oakland)

4. Taylor Holt Taylor Holt 6'1" | SF East Hickman | 2024 State TN (6’1/Sr./ Hickman Co.)

5. Anna Lee Avery Anna Lee Avery 6'0" | SF Houston | 2024 State TN (6’1/Sr./ Houston)

6. KaMbili “Stix” Nelson (5’11/Sr./ Arlington)

7. Lauren Hurst Lauren Hurst 6'3" | PF Cleveland | 2025 State TN (6’3/Jr./ Cleveland)

8. TaTianna Stovall TaTianna Stovall 6'1" | SF Bradley Central | 2025 State TN (6’1/ Jr./ Bradley Central)

9. Ava Krumwiede Ava Krumwiede 6'1" | PF Harpeth Hall | 2025 State TN (6’1/Jr./ Harpeth Hall)

10. Amaya Redd Amaya Redd 5'10" | SF Knox. Catholic | 2025 State TN (6’0/Jr./ Knoxville Catholic)

11. Jaidynn Askins Jaidynn Askins 6'0" | SF Jackson Southside | 2025 State TN (6’0/Jr./ Jackson Southside)

12. Julia Varpness Julia Varpness 5'11" | SF Green Hill | 2025 State TN (5’11/Jr./ Green Hill)

13. Ellie Graham Ellie Graham 6'0" | SF Moore Co. | 2025 State TN (5’11/Jr./ Moore Co.)

14. Alessia Nesbitt Alessia Nesbitt 5'9" | SF Creek Wood | 2025 State TN (5’9/Jr./ Creek Wood)

15. Abby Bryan Abby Bryan 5'10" | SF Lincoln County | 2025 State TN (5’10/Jr./ Lincoln Co.)

16. Lilly Espelet Lilly Espelet 6'0" | SF Page | 2026 State TN (6’1/ So./ Page)

17. Brilee Price Brilee Price 5'7" | SF Ezell-Harding | 2026 State TN (5’9/ So./ Ezell Harding)

18. Aleyah Smyth Aleyah Smyth 5'9" | SF Heritage | 2026 State TN (5 ‘9/So./ Heritage)

19.Malea Masingale (5’10/Fr./ McMinn Co.)

20. Danae Kennedy Danae Kennedy 6'0" | SG First Assembly Christian School | 2027 TN (5 ’11/ Fr./ First Assembly Christian School)