'25 Rankings: 5 Compelling Forwards To Start The Year

Hopefully the New Year was ushered in with joy and best the very best of wishes to all throughout. Last week's update highlighted hundreds of girls. Today, the focus is on the forwards of the class. As the year begins, it's imperative to highlight this heavy-hitting group. Typically, a top 5 would be discussed, but in this instance, there'll be 5 compelling forwards discussed from the update   Use code MBG30 for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription.      [player_tooltip player_id='335464' first='Izzy' last='Orlando'] (Freeport) | 5'11 SF/PF | Freeport   Izzy's 2-way play is essential for her team. She provides excellent floor spacing from the perimeter and is a pest on defense. The Freeport forward has solid finishing under the rim plus she'll swiftly swing the ball when swarmed. She's a solid option for the guards looking to find assists as things break down. Defensively, Orlando is regularly inciting disruption from any position she's in. She moves her feet well and loves to chase down players for statement blocks. This is a top 100 ranked player in the region.     [player_tooltip player_id='987493' first='Lindsey' last='Lemay'] (2025) | 5'11 SF | Tilton   The Northeastern commit is one of the most dynamic 2-way wings in New England. She supplies her team with impactful shooting, including the very critical corner 3. Lemay is a player that can works with just about any skillset on the floor. She isn't ball dominate, nor is she stagnant within the offense. When she doesn't have the ball in her hands, she'll crash the glass or duck in for easier, more available shots. On the other side of the ball, her competitive spirit feeds right into her prowess. Lemay really is one of the most complete wing defenders. Lindsey excels on all levels in the team's schematics. She's regularly making plays on the ball and agitates anyone who has the ball in their hands. Being in proper help-side position is something she makes a staple in her game, so she's still effective even 2 passes away. The Tilton senior is the #26 ranked player in the class and #7 at the position.     [player_tooltip player_id='302495' first='Cheyenne' last='Brand'] (2025) | 5'11 SF | Green Farms   The High Point University commit is a talented wing whose efforts go along way on the floor. Last year she was a Class B All Star selection. The versatility is the first thing that comes to mind with Cheyenne. Brand is a strongly built player with exceptional agility. She moves fluidly and that aids her ability to be effective in the halfcourt or even in transition. The Connecticut based guard plays with a commanding level of assertiveness that certainly leaves an impression. She's well-rounded on both offense and defense. The senior wing is an outright notable prospect from the class.     [player_tooltip player_id='315365' first='Skyler' last='Holder'] (2025) | 6'0 PF | Kennebunk   Skyler is a player that makes this list for being multifaceted and a stat-sheet-stuffer. Her multiskilled style of play can be essential for her team. She has significant sway on the offensive side of the ball due to her sound shooting capabilities. Holder is a very willing shooter from beyond the 3-point line. Her teammates trust her making those shots and she's quite efficient, no matter playing the 4 or the 5 for Kennebunk. The defense shown has been fairly impressive too. Skyler interrupts entry passes and seeks out blocks in the lane. She's a top 25 player at the position in the class.     [player_tooltip player_id='287575' first='Kayli' last='Vesterholm'] (2025) | 6'0 PF | Saint Andrew's   A player that has a ton of attributes on both sides of the floor. Vesterholm's game accommodates winning basketball. She can do a bit of everything on the floor and she willing fills the needs of her team. Kayli is rather athletic with long limbs which is the perfect amenity to have playing multiple positions. She can put the ball on the floor, but int fond of the flashy dribbles. One thing that stands out is her willingness to pass the ball though. Vesterholm advances the ball to teammates, a quality that's incredibly infectious. She understands how much easier it makes the game. Her teammates reward her with hitting her back as she runs wide in transition and whenever she deems it necessary, she's trusted to take it coast-to-coast the length of the floor. On defense, Kayli has many bright sides too. She seems to consistently be an asset for her team, no matter where she's at. That previously mentioned agility allows her to confidently guard multiple positions. The senior forward is ranked just outside the top 10 at #11.

Hopefully the New Year was ushered in with joy and best the very best of wishes to all throughout. Last week's update highlighted hundreds of girls. Today, the focus is on the forwards of the class. As the year begins, it's imperative to highlight this heavy-hitting group. Typically, a top 5 would be discussed, but in this instance, there'll be 5 compelling forwards discussed from the update