Class of 2028 Updated COLLEGE Prospect Rankings: Forwards To Know

The updated <a href="https://prepgirlshoops.com/illinois/rankings/2028-watch-list/">2028 College Prospect Rankings</a> are here, and this class is still taking shape. With this group being younger, these rankings lean more toward physical attributes and long-term projection than polished skill sets. Size, athleticism, and positional tools carry more weight right now, since there's still plenty of time for players to grow and refine their overall game.   These are COLLEGE prospect rankings, meaning OFFICIAL OFFERS play a major role in player movement. D1 and D2 offers typically place players near the top, while D3, NAIA, and JUCO prospects will be listed further down the list.   High school or AAU accolades and stats don't hold much weight, as competition levels differ between seasons. What matters most is how each player projects at the next level... factors like length, speed, athletic upside, versatility, and positional fit stand out most in this stage of evaluation.   At this point, it's starting to become clear which players are ahead of the curve physically and which ones are still developing into their college potential. The Watch List features a solid mix of D2/D3 to JUCO-level prospects still being closely evaluated as they continue to grow.   <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Below are a couple of prospects at the forward (Small and Power) spot that could be notable players to keep an eye on.</h2>    Easily one of the best prospects in this class, Marlee has been a consistent impact for both her high school program as well as her AAU program. The upside is clear and can't be denied. She will be a top 3 player in this class until she graduates and beyond, and it's simply because she continues to get better over time. She has the college frame, the college athletics, and the versatility to be dominant on both ends of the floor. St Laurence will be a program to watch all season.     McLelland has a wide range to her skillset, but what stuck out to me the most while watching some of her games this summer is her court awareness. She's a kid who doesn't guess where she needs to be, and where she needs to go on the court to create a play or stop a play. She can stretch the floor, finish at the rim, and knows when to cut (great hands) for easy buckets.   *28 - Not WL*     Zambrovitz truly has a tremendous upside, and when you watch her play, you get a feel of how sharp her skillset is at such a young age. Offensively, she can do a ton from every spot on the floor, and her footwork is patient but quick, and she makes moves with intention, not for show. The form is one of the smoothest and consistent in the state, regardless of whether the defense is present or not. Write the name down.     Gamble's length and athleticism at first glance are what will get you to keep a close eye, and then when you see the energy and motor that she uses on the boards, you can start to see how she can be an impactful piece to a program, even if scoring the ball isn't needed from her for that possession or game. This trinity team will definitely utilize her length on both sides, and the defensive end of it will come naturally. A for sure player to keep an eye on overtime.     Audrina definitely showed glimpses this past AAU season of what her potential can be as a collegiate prospect. She has a strong blend of athleticism, aggression, and instincts that allow her to be a threat on the offensive end of the floor. She has time on her side, so as her skillset extends and sharpens, she could be a name to keep an eye on over the next couple of years.

The updated 2028 College Prospect Rankings are here, and this class is still taking shape. With this group being younger, these rankings lean more toward physical attributes and long-term projection than polished skill sets. Size, athleticism, and positional tools carry more weight right now, since there's still plenty of time for players to grow and refine their overall game.