June Rankings Update: 2027 Power Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our scouts evaluated rigorously on the Grassroots circuit and have been circulating the gym during high school games in June. These are the 2027 power forwards who have increased their ranking with excellent play during the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/position-ranking-table {"name":"acf/position-ranking-table","data":{"class":"2027","_class":"field_65cfb7374abb9","position":"12122","_position":"field_65cfbfcb19ad6","national_rankings":"0","_national_rankings":"field_660c1d73c0e49","state":"3","_state":"field_65cfb88a603fe"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667f058775ecc"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Stock Risers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='751162' first='Nichole' last='James']-6-2-DEPSA-Michigan Crossover</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nichole has been on our radar since her dominant performance at the Freshman Showcase and she has developed into a fierce inside player for DEPSA and Michigan Crossover. Nichole blocks shots in the paint, works hard on the boards, and has effective footwork. She is a fierce competitor who has an advantage against other tall forwards/centers because of her athleticism and burst off the dribble. She is ready to take on a huge role for Edison this winter with a talented team. Nichole's impact on both sides of the court, competitiveness, and unique athleticism for her position have earned her recognition as the top power forward in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/04/bitm-2027s-leveling-up/">Read more about Nichole</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='865141' first='Alexis' last='Asekomeh']-5-11-West Catholic-MBA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alexis is a prospect who stands out immediately with her strength and powerful play in the paint. She is an effective face-up post who can beat defenders off the dribble and elevate to finish at the rim. Alexis is a relentless rebounder, shot blocker, and flies down the floor to create transition points. Alexis has a high ceiling and will reach her potential as she continues to fine-tune her offensive game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/05/mothers-day-classic-top-performers/">Read more about Alexis</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='807917' first='McKinsey' last='Berlin']-6-2-Canton-Michigan Storm UA</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKinsey is a dynamic forward who has the range to knock down 3s, but also impacts the game inside on both ends. She blocks shots in the paint, scores with excellent footwork, and pushes the ball with both hands in transition. McKinsey will be stepping into a huge role this winter with teammates moving onto the college level and she has proven her readiness to lead. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/05/cagers-invitational-2027/">Read more about McKinsey</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">New Additions</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='912513' first='Kyra' last='Vukovic']-6-3-Lansing Catholic-[program_tooltip program_id='713024' first='Michigan' last='Drive Premier']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='912513' first='Kyra' last='Vukovic'] is a lengthy forward/center who earned recognition with her play on the Grassroots circuit this spring. She gives her team an advantage in the low post on offense as a rebounder and put-back machine. Kyra protects the rim as a shot blocker and will be a key player for a young Lansing Catholic team this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/04/2027-breaking-out-at-the-clash/">Read more about Kyra</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='908195' first='Destiny' last='Clark']-5-8-Saginaw-Pride 21 Basketball</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Destiny has been an exciting forward to watch this spring with Pride 21 Basketball and her athleticism is something to be excited about. Destiny has the speed to score in transition and is a relentless rebounder. She makes an impact with her shot-blocking and has the potential to develop into an outstanding wing/forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/2024/05/pgh-live-17u-bells-best-power-forwards/">Read more about Destiny</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->