“My Time” Forwards Who Surged at FABC Showcase

With every fast break, turn around jumper on the baseline , three pointer from the corner, floater in the paint, blocked shot in the stands, or windmill double clutch dunk in transition (sorry, I got carried away), you can see the emergence of new leaders and new faces of girls basketball in the State of Florida. In this article we highlight players who have waited their turn and sent a clear message at FABC - It's My Time.    [player_tooltip player_id='1207160' first='Nalah' last='Smith'] made her presence felt all weekend and solidified herself as one of the top forwards in the 2026 class. What a difference the travel season has made to her game. Smith was already a very good shot blocker but now she brings the blocked shots with more physicality. Her elite shot-blocking instincts were on full display, altering and denying shot attempts around. Smith also controlled the rebound department with toughness and showed a nose for the ball. Offensively, Smith worked hard for second-chance opportunities and extended offensive possessions. She also battled for the boards on the defensive end and dished out to start the fast-break. A few times Smith showed she could grab it and go. This skill sets her apart from many power forwards and centers. Smith's grit, defensive presence, and her motor on the floor make her one of the most dependable interior players in the 2026 class. College coaches were impressed as there was a lot of note taking during Smith's games. They came, they saw, and Smith surged.     [player_tooltip player_id='1222632' first='Alyse' last='Mercredi'] is a versatile player who consistently finds herself in the right place to receive passes to score easy buckets. She has a beautiful left-handed touch in the paint and a sweet jumper she displayed on a three pointer. Defensively, she excels at defending on the perimeter, denying the ball, and utilizing her quick feet to prevent drives. She also makes smart reads on help-side defense. The now Junior forward was a standout for sure with her scoring , defending, and getting up and down the floor with speed and fluidity.       [player_tooltip player_id='783627' first='Dominique' last='Boone'] made a statement with her exceptional play at the showcase. Boone proved she could shoot the mid-range and also showed the ability to shoot from behind the arc in the flow of the game. Her energy and effort were also impressive. Boone runs the floor like a guard and showed she can finish in transition and can score off of offensive rebounds as well. She was active on both ends of the floor. Her shot blocking ability, her ability to deny the entry pass, and her physicality in the paint really showcased her versatility. Against top competition, Boone knocked down big shots, ran the floor, played with toughness, rebounded well and controlled the paint. To sum it up, she surged and had a breakout week. College offers are on the way.     [player_tooltip player_id='1232629' first='Abigail' last='Philistin'] stood out with her blend of strength and agility. At 5'10, she anchors the paint with a physical edge and a non stop motor. She is the epitome of a workhorse on the floor. The power forward also showed ball handling skills, court vision, and the ability to lead the fast break after banging relentlessly the on the boards. She brings toughness and tenacity to every possession and she is a player who garnered some college interest with her inspired play.     [player_tooltip player_id='1257554' first='Ramyan' last='Tripeaux'] made her presence known with physicality and energy on the floor. She scored on occasion around the rim, but her screens, rebounding, and physical tone set her apart. Tripeaux was a breakout and under the radar player. She stood out just getting off the bus, and then matched the look with performance. She surged and showed she is one of the top young forwards in the panhandle of Florida.     [player_tooltip player_id='400813' first='Asiana' last='McCreary'] played well at the showcase and showed that she is not a player you can just put in a box. The young forward excelled on the perimeter and was effective in the paint. She brings versatility to the court as a prospect who can knock down perimeter shots and also get to the rim and finish through contact. MCCreary also rebounded well and brought some toughness to the party. Her skill set is unique and positions her well for both, small forward and power forward. She showed she can stretch the floor with a consistent outside shot and bang inside when needed. McCreary played well on the big stage. College coaches were watching and could definitely feel the effects of the surge.     [player_tooltip player_id='656074' first='Ar'Nayshia' last='Griffin'] really helped her stock with her play. The 2026 forward was impressive with her consistent three-point shooting, strong rebounding, and ability to take the ball to the rim. Griffin showcased a versatile skill set that included ball-handling and scoring from multiple spots on the floor. Her smooth outside shot was particularly noteworthy, and she competed with intensity on both ends. One coach commented that Griffith might have been the best athlete in the entire building. One thing for certain she balled out over the three day period and literally was a show stopper. As I was walking out of the gym, Griffin put on a shooting display that sealed the surge. College coaches saw it too, and offers are likely to come.   <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepgirlshoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2025/06/DSC00244.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1258465" /></figure>

With every fast break, turn around jumper on the baseline , three pointer from the corner, floater in the paint, blocked shot in the stands, or windmill double clutch dunk in transition (sorry, I got carried away), you can see the emergence of new leaders and new faces of girls basketball in the State of Florida. In this article we highlight players who have waited their turn and sent a clear message at FABC - It's My Time.