2027 Rankings Update: High Motor Forwards
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This group competes on both ends of the floor, active without the ball each possession. Willing to do the dirty work on the glass or in the passing lanes, they have been able to elevate winning programs early on in…
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Continue ReadingThis group competes on both ends of the floor, active without the ball each possession. Willing to do the dirty work on the glass or in the passing lanes, they have been able to elevate winning programs early on in their careers.
10.6 PPG
7.7 RPG
1.1 BPG
55% 2P
Particularly active on the glass, Anderson is effective getting into second chance opportunities, quick to take advantage of the loose ball. Her control of the paint played a pivotal role in Denver South’s success this season, going 13-10. She is rarely complacent within the offensive glass, constantly looking for ways to initiate rebounds around her opponent. On the other end, Anderson is quick to get up for finishes around the rim, efficient versus incoming contests. She is not just a dump off option, she brings in capable footwork to pivot past opponents. From the elbows or mid post, Anderson has shown the ability to put the ball on the floor, attacking the lane with urgency
9.3 PPG
10.3 RPG
2.1 APG
2.4 BPG
53% 2P
Martin’s production on the boards is enough to draw attention, the freshman concluded her initial season within the top-45 among all athletes and 7th within 5A for rebounds per game. Once the shot goes up, she is quick to create advantageous positions, willing to be physical to take away space. Following offensive rebounds, Martin is especially quick getting the ball up for finishes, before the defense arrives. Her continued growth as a free throw shooter will be worth following over the coming seasons, given her ability to draw a large volume of free throws.
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16.3 PPG
11.3 RPG
57% 2P
One of the more formidable underclassmen frontcourt prospects in Northern Colorado, Carbajal is a matchup nightmare given her size advantage in the post. Effective scoring around contests with ease, the frontcourt prospect has been among the most productive rebounders in the state. Ranking 18th in the state and 4th in 5A for rebounds per game, Carbajal is nothing short of dominant on the glass. Defensively, she looks to take away space on shot attempts, active rotating into the help side.
6.6 PPG
6.8 RPG
1 BPG
Buenning has a nose for the ball, in position for a rebound or loose ball more often than not. Her quick instincts and proactive habits make her one of the more productive rebounders on this 2027 list. Her impact assisted Evergreen with a 16-8 scoring effort over the course of this season.
5.9 PPG
3.3 RPG
A strong forward with the ability to play up against frontcourt opponents. Willing to be physical with opponents, whether defending a drive or post-up. Bringing in active hands in the help side, Sherman sought out plenty of steals from deflections in the passing lanes. Although on low volume, Sherman shows upside as a spot-up shooter along the perimeter, capable when provided space for her shot base.