2023 Rankings Update: Top Forwards
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The forward position looks completely different today from what it was even a few years ago. Forwards still stand out for a great mix of size and athleticism, but now they’re expected to play both inside and out at a…
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Continue ReadingThe forward position looks completely different today from what it was even a few years ago. Forwards still stand out for a great mix of size and athleticism, but now they’re expected to play both inside and out at a high level. As such, they generally have unique skillsets, and for players this young, a scary amount of potential.
Timberlynn Yeast Timberlynn Yeast 5'8" | SF Mercer County | 2023 State KY , Mercer County- A prototypical modern forward, Yeast has the athleticism and outside scoring ability in bunches, but has also shown that she is not afraid to mix it up on the inside. She is the complete package, especially when it comes to her offensive ability. When watching her score, it’s easy to see why she’s one of the top prospects in the state.
Destiny Thomas Destiny Thomas 5'10" | SF McCracken County | 2023 State KY , McCracken County- Much like Yeast, Thomas also has all the skills expected out of a new age forward. She may not overwhelm with her size, but has plenty of strength to battle inside. Still, it is her athleticism and perimeter skills that separate her from the pack and make her a top forward prospect.
Whitney Lind Whitney Lind 6'1" | PF Cooper | 2023 State KY , Cooper- Perhaps the leader of a talented young Cooper team, Lind certainly took the lead for the Lady Jaguars for much of last season. With all the size one could want out of a forward, Lind showed outstanding do-it-all ability, leading her team in just about every area. As both she and the team around her continue to improve, expect to hear more about Lind’s impressive skillset.
Clara Collins, South Laurel- Like Lind, Collins is more likely to overwhelm with her skillset than her athleticism. She has the perfect skill set for a modern forward, showing the ability to score inside, knock down shots from inside, rebound, and defend multiple positions. Combine this with prototypical forward size and Collins has everything one could ask for from a modern forward.
Meadow Tisdale Meadow Tisdale 5'10" | PF Bowling Green | 2023 State KY , Bowling Green- Another piece of an awesome young core for Bowling Green, Tisdale is the most old school power forward on this list. She does most of her damage inside but has shown the potential to step out and make a play on the perimeter from time to time. If she can expand that part of her game, expect to see Tisdale further up this list in the years to come.