2026 Rankings Update: Forwards Ready for the Next Chapter

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a look at some forwards on the list who made the most of their senior seasons and left a lasting mark on their programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["879212"],"_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-69c00014abb9b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='879212' first='Cariann' last='Williams'] capped off a marvelous high school career by leading Edmonson County to a 21–9 record while putting together a dominant senior campaign. She averaged 19.6 points and 14.2 rebounds per game (Top 10 in the state), along with an impressive 7.4 blocks per contest. Williams leaves her mark all over the Lady Cats record books, finishing as the program's 4th all-time leading scorer while holding the top spot in both rebounds and blocks. She also ranks 2nd all-time in KHSAA history in blocks and posted 16 triple-doubles and 60 double-doubles during her career. She is set to be an immediate contributor at Campbellsville University.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1047022"],"_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-69c00014abc30"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1047022' first='Payton' last='Burgess'] averaged 16.8 points and 15.2 rebounds per game (4th in the state), leading Menifee County to back-to-back 61st District championships. She earned tournament MVP honors after a dominant 20-point, 20-rebound performance, showcasing her ability to take over on the biggest stage. Burgess also reached the 1,000-career rebound milestone. She will continue her academic and athletic career at Transylvania University, where she will compete in both basketball and track and field over the next four years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["893937"],"_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-69c00014abc79"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='893937' first='Kaitlyn' last='Huggins'] put together a monster senior season, averaging a team-leading 19.3 points and 15.7 rebounds per game (3rd in the state), while recording 26 double-doubles in 29 games played. She earned All-District and All-Region Tournament honors and became a member of the 1,000-point and 1,000-rebound club. Huggins also etched her name in program history as Central Hardin's all-time leading rebounder and set the single-game record with a 29-rebound performance against Bullitt East. She will continue her academic and athletic career at Berea College</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["730457"],"_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-69c00014abcbb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='730457' first='Kinleigh' last='Martin'] ended her high school career on a high note, leading Betsy Layne with 12.2 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. She played a key role in anchoring a team that captured the 58th District Championship for the first time in 14 years. Martin also surpassed the 1,000-point milestone, leaving a lasting mark on the program for years to come. <em>(Featured Image)</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1172560"],"_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-69c00014abcfb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1172560' first='Mollie' last='Johnston'] led Bullitt East in both scoring (14.8 PPG) and rebounding (7.3 RPG), serving as a key piece for the Lady Chargers throughout the season. She elevated her play down the stretch, playing a pivotal role in Bullitt East's run to the 23rd District and 6th Region championships. Her impact helped guide the Lady Chargers back to Rupp Arena for the first time since 2022, showcasing her value on both ends of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->