Class of 2027 COLLEGE Prospect Rankings: Forwards To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The updated <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2027-watch-list/">2027 College Prospect Ranking</a>s are here, and with this class, things are starting to take shape. These are <span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>COLLEGE</strong></span> prospect rankings, meaning that <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">OFFICIAL OFFERS</span></strong> carry significant weight in player movement. <strong>D1</strong> and <strong>D2</strong> offers usually land players near the top, while D3, NAIA, and JUCO prospects fall toward the latter part of the list.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>High school or AAU accolades or stats <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">DO NOT</span></strong> play a big role in this, simply due to the fact that the competitive level differs during both seasons. It's all about how a player projects at the next level. Things such as size, speed, height, versatility, positional fit, and overall athletic ability matter just as much as skill set. At this point, it's becoming clear which players will make an impact at their level of college and which ones are still developing into that role. The Watch List features a strong mix of D2/D3 to JUCO prospects still being evaluated.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Below are some of the top prospects at the forward (Small and Power) position.</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["852625"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ed3d2479369"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Over the past couple of years, Alexis has been a name to know in Illinois, and even some years back, she led her team downstate for a championship run. Her skill is versatile, and still growing, and when you add in her height and length, she makes up for a collegiate prospect that could have a strong career.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["732512"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ed3d24793d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>An athletic forward who can be utilized in multiple actions, as well as can also be a threat in the open court. In the paint, Marks gets the job done. Her skillset is a simple but really effective one, and the fact that she can stretch the court as well is something to take note of. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["881685"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ed3d247942c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>The length alone is a major key to why Hynes stands out, and depending on the level she plays at, she can truly have a solid and successful college career. She's a kid who has all the intangible things that a coach wants to build on, and with nothing but time, the growth in her skillset will be there. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["743622"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ed3d247947b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Uses her strength to do most of her damage on both sides of the ball, and defensively, she is not someone you want in front of you. On the offensive side of the ball, the ability to stretch the court is there as well. A 3&amp;D role at the next level could very well work for her. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["863991"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68ed3d24794cc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><em>Heinz has been a glue piece for her state championship team over the past couple of years, and going into this year, nothing will change on that side. She's a true athlete with a gift for just understanding where she needs to be at all times. A force on both ends of the boards, hell to deal with in the open court, and defensively, she could guard 2-4 with no issue. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->