Class of 2023: UNCOMMITTED Forwards
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Today, I want to highlight some of the best forward prospects left in the 2023 class. There’s still scholarship talent left on the 2023 board, and I’ll highlight those kids today and move on to the guards tomorrow. Allison Hampel…
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Continue ReadingToday, I want to highlight some of the best forward prospects left in the 2023 class. There’s still scholarship talent left on the 2023 board, and I’ll highlight those kids today and move on to the guards tomorrow.
Allison Hampel Allison Hampel 6'0" | PF Greenfield | 2023 State WI
The Greenfield forward excelled on the AAU circuit with Wisconsin Fuel. She is a physical 6-foot kid who showed she could play inside and out this summer. I was surprised at how well Hampel excelled this summer and how well the Hustlin’ Hawk shot the ball. I knew she could battle around the basket, score over either shoulder and rebound at a high level. She’ll be an excellent addition to any program she chooses.
Alicia Burgos Alicia Burgos 6'2" | PF Dominican | 2023 State WI
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After watching Burgos this summer, I knew she had the talent to play at a high level. Even at the state tournament, when her team lost to the state champion Waupun, she still did everything she wanted and finished with a double-double. This summer, she showed she had the discipline to defend in the paint without fouling, especially in the region finals when the forward had to patrol the area around the basket, which she did masterfully. She recently got an offer from Lewis University, and I don’t expect it’ll be her only scholarship option.
Syderah Farmer Syderah Farmer 6'0" | SF Kenosha Bradford | 2023 State WI
The Kenosha native came onto my radar in late May when she joined Playground Club. Ever since then, I’ve heard and seen nothing but good things from her. The Bradford forward can play anywhere from the two to a small-ball five and space the floor at a high level. She shoots the ball well and makes it look easy. Her length also makes her shooting challenging to contest unless the opposing team has someone with her size and athleticism, which will be rare. I think some people didn’t get to see her over the summer, but she is scholarship good.
Violet Morren Violet Morren 6'4" | C Hillsboro | 2023 State WI
The 6-foot-4 center from Hillsboro was effective all summer. She did what coaches at the next level would want. Morren caught and kept the ball high when she had the chance, never brought the ball down on rebounds, and finished well around the basket. She is far from the finished product and has plenty to work on, but she has the base of a post that coaches love. Morren may not be the flashiest name or have the most pedigree to her name, but if coaches are looking for a center. I think she’d be a good fit.