2025 Rankings: Top 10 Forwards (Pt 1)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are a ton of talented forwards to know in this 2025 class and we've gotten it started with the five of the top ten forwards right here. These are some of the best players in their class and can absolutely dominate a game inside. Stay tuned for part two of the top ten forwards in the 2025 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>1. [player_tooltip player_id='366890' first='Brynn' last='McGaughy'] <em>Colfax</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The skilled and smooth forward is a real inside-out threat who can go to work with finesse on the blocks and bury jumpers further out, off the catch, or off the bounce. She's a no-brainer as the top 2025 forward in the state and she'll be looking to finish her high school career strong after failing to make the 2B title game for the first time in her career last season. The five-star recruit announced her commitment to the University of Washington just a couple of weeks ago. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2. [player_tooltip player_id='367327' first='Malia' last='Ruud'] <em>Chiawana</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ruud is a force down low who can bully her way to the cup or use some quick moves and footwork to gain the edge. She averaged 20.6 points and 10.5 rebounds per game last season but didn't just do it around the hoop. While she's a skilled post player, she also has a smooth shot from 3-point and can really wear defenses down with her ability to score from different areas.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>3. [player_tooltip player_id='376913' first='Kaia' last='Foster'] <em>Chiawana</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yet another standout Chiawana forward on this list, Foster is a double-double threat who can high-point rebounds and clean up shots inside. She's got great size at 6-foot-2 and along with being able to impact the game by the rim, she can also knock down the triple at a good clip. She's a pretty dynamic forward who gives Chiawana one of the toughest frontcourt combos in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>4. [player_tooltip player_id='391867' first='Sarah' last='Lessig'] <em>Garfield</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lessig's a solid offensive rebounder who moves well around the paint as well as in transition. Her mobility is really a key aspect of her game, not just her ability to quickly move into space but her persistence in staying active. This frees her up to rebound at a high rate, find passing lanes off of perimeter actions, and forces defenders to stay moving and keep track of her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>5. [player_tooltip player_id='589887' first='Kendall' last='Mairs'] <em>Camas</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mairs is an athlete at the forward spot and according to Prep Digs Washington, is the number two-ranked volleyball player in her class. She really shows how that length can play on the basketball court too, shutting down passing lanes, chasing down loose balls, and rebounding at a high rate. She's a versatile forward who should step up to play an even bigger role for the Papermakers this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->