Shore Conference: Top Available Forwards

<p>The Shore Conference has had a strong run over the last two seasons with a pair of teams winning 31 games each of the last two seasons. Manasquan did it last year, but the Warriors need to replace <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="850360" first="Alex" last="Galvan"] </strong>inside. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="929516" first="Connor" last="Walsh"]</strong> looks to be their guy as the Catholic University commit is a big-time athlete around the basket. The Conference is still filled with available talent in the frontcourt who can make a difference at the next level. Here are the top available forward prospects in the Shore Conference.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="900298" first="Kyle" last="Rhoden"], 6’9 PF Ranney</strong></p> <p>Rhoden is the top available player in the Shore with a skillset that can make an immediate impact at the next level. The 6’9 big man has a nice touch around the basket and runs the floor hard. Rhoden also has the ability to step outside and knock down jumpers from the perimeter. He rips down rebounds on both ends of the floor and is one of the top shot-blockers in the class. Rhoden is a D1 big man who can provide a program with a true shot-blocker around the rim.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1016635" first="Joe" last="Lardaro"], 6’5 PF Freehold Township</strong></p> <p>Lardaro improved his stock tremendously over the summer and is ready to show it this season for the Patriots. The 6’5 forward has a strong frame which he uses to get position down low and draw contact. Lardaro has a nice touch around the basket and is an underrated passer in the post. He is a force on the glass at both ends and can hold his ground playing post defense. Lardaro is a hard-working forward who is ready to inject a college program with energy and toughness.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1017708" first="Dane" last="Moran"], 6’8 PF CBA</strong></p> <p>Moran had a good junior campaign for the Colts and is ready for a larger role on the offensive end. The 6’8 forward has a good touch close to the basket and plays with good footwork in the post. Moran has a smooth shooting stroke from the free throw line and is working on his range. He is a solid post defender and fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Moran is a skilled post player who should only get better once he gets to college.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1012966" first="Jiasion" last="Carpenter"], 6’8 PF Freehold Boro</strong></p> <p>Carpenter is one of the more under the radar players in the Shore Conference and is ready to burst onto the scene. The 6’8 forward is an athletic prospect who likes to finish above the rim. Carpenter has a nice touch around the basket and knows how to draw contact in the post. He uses his athleticism to altar shots around the basket and is a strong rebounder. Carpenter is a potential double-double machine this season and should be on the radar of college programs throughout the season.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013015" first="Andreas" last="Von Fricke"], 6’6 SF Mater Dei Prep</strong></p> <p>Von Fricke had a solid debut season for the Seraphs and should carry the scoring load this season. The 6’6 forward can handle the ball and get to the basket from the perimeter. Von Fricke has a good shooting stroke and his range extends past the three-point line. He can defend multiple positions and uses his length to altar shots around the basket. Von Fricke’s versatility at both ends makes him an intriguing prospect to watch this season.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other Players to Watch:</strong></span></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1012961" first="Jack" last="Collins"], 6’5 SG/SF Manasquan</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1016637" first="Anthony" last="Barthel"], 6’3 SG/SF Freehold Township</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1027922" first="Trevor" last="Donnelly"], 6’7 PF St. Rose</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1016643" first="Alex" last="Baker"], 6’4 PF Holmdel</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013030" first="A.J." last="Po"], 6’3 SF Monmouth Regional</strong></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013033" first="Jack" last="Savare"], 6’3 SG/SF Ocean Township</strong></p>