What Makes These New England Forwards Stand Out?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As summer AAU winds down, it's the perfect time to spotlight some frontcourt players who are great prospects. These forwards stand out for their skill, presence, and basketball IQ. They score efficiently, rebound well, and play smart defense. Here are a few players to watch:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["345608"],"_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-687ab2e497585"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here..."} --> <p>Brooke is a strong and steady forward/wing who brings physicality and presence. I first saw her in action during the Zero Gravity Stars and Stripes Classic, where she stood out as one of the most consistent impact players on the court. She establishes position early, rebounds on both ends, and finishes through contact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>During the 2024–25 high school season, Brooke averaged 11.5 points per game across 18 contests, scoring in double figures multiple times. She does the little things right—boxing out, moving well off the ball, and making smart, simple reads. She brings stability inside while playing within the team's rhythm. A highly effective player that impacts the details of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["490491"],"_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-687ab211c853a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Eva is a strong prospect whose game stands out. She had a standout 24-rebound performance vs. Brookline and totaled 15 games with double-digit boards during the 2024–25 season. She averaged 11.2 rebounds, 7.1 points, 2.3 blocks, and 1.2 assists during the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Eva's value goes beyond stats. Eva understands spacing and shows a mature feel for timing, especially when it comes to rebounding and defense. Defensively, she uses her length and IQ to be in the right spot—whether it's boxing out, contesting, or rotating early. On offense, she's unselfish and fundamentally sound, with soft hands and good touch around the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273943"],"_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-687c1a05e0e0b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kaylee Dupuis had a standout AAU season and recently committed to Assumption College. She's a powerful, versatile forward who uses her frame to carve out space and finishes with skill and efficiency. She's tough on the defensive end—altering shots and holding her own in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">During the 2024–25 season, she averaged 11.2 points and 11.3 rebounds per game, including a season-high 24-rebound performance and multiple double-doubles. What sets her apart is her ability to stretch the floor with her shooting—she's a well-rounded, forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='1276438' first='Izzy' last='Kittredge']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"12122","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Medfield","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Bay State Jaguars","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687ab211c8622"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1276438' first='Izzy' last='Kittredge'] is a versatile forward who played a key role in Medfield's back-to-back Division 2 state championships. She averaged about 10.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game during the 2024–25 season and stepped up in big moments, scoring a career-high 28 points with 10 rebounds, 4 steals, and 3 blocks in the 2025 title game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Izzy uses her length and timing to alter shots, secure rebounds, and disrupt passing lanes. Offensively, she's comfortable both inside and out, with a good feel for when to attack or facilitate. She's a smart player who reads the floor well and makes the right play consistently. Izzy can play either as a wing or forward and impact the game on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->