Summer AAU: 2023 Forwards To Watch
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With summer AAU ball making it’s epic return and coaches coming out in full force, our prospects will have plenty of opportunities to show what they are capable of. Here, we take a look at 10 forwards from our 2023…
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Continue ReadingWith summer AAU ball making it’s epic return and coaches coming out in full force, our prospects will have plenty of opportunities to show what they are capable of. Here, we take a look at 10 forwards from our 2023 class to watch for.
Jalen Hooks Jalen Hooks 6'6" | SF Warren Central | 2023 State #282 Nation IN – 6’6 Sf – Crispus Attucks – George Hill All Indy 2023: Starting off here with our number 1 ranked player, Hooks has really started to rack up the offers and scheduled visits this past spring. He has all the tools of a high major player and can honestly play about every position right now. His offers range from low-major all the way up to power 5 schools. Hooks is going to easily be one of the top players to watch for this summer.
JaQualon Roberts JaQualon Roberts 6'8" | PF Bloomington North | 2023 State IN – 6’7 SF/PF – Bloomington North – Indiana Elite 2023: Roberts is a tall combo forward that seem to really impress this past spring. He is one of the best players in his class because of his size, athleticism, and his skillset that has really came a long way. He does all the little things so well and is just a guy that works his tail off on the floor. D1 player that should get a good amount of offers here shortly.
Sam Orme Sam Orme 6'9" | SF Carmel | 2023 State #196 Nation IN – 6’8 SF/PF – Carmel – Grand Park Premier 2023 UA Rise: Orme is a long, lanky, combo forward that can really light it up at times. Plays more of an outside game before he tries to play the post for the most part. Had a solid spring as he showed flashes of being an elite player. Has an offer from Huntington at the moment and I feel once coaches get out to see him this summer, more offers could be on the way.
Mason Jones Mason Jones 6'7" | PF Valparaiso | 2023 State IN – 6’7 PF – Valparaiso – Indiana Game Premier 2022: Jones is a big power forward with a lot of skill. Played up with the 2022’s this spring and matched up so well with them. He is a mature type of player that is going to bring toughness to the game. His stock has risen and strongly feel like it is going to continue to rise this summer.
Cooper Farrall Cooper Farrall 6'5" | SF Culver Academy | 2023 State IN – 6’6 SF – Culver Academies – Indy Heat EYBL 2023: Farrall is a taller, talented wing that just has a natural feel for the game. Had a string of bad luck before the spring but was able to bounce back and have a solid spring season. Farrall is someone that should be in for a very huge summer. No argument, he is a D1 player, but the question is whether he is a low, mid, or high major. This summer provides a big opportunity for Farrall to showcase himself.
Jermaine Coleman Jermaine Coleman 6'7" | SF Park Tudor | 2023 State IN – 6’7 SF – Park Tudor – Indy Heat EYBL 2023: Coleman is a big wing that just seems to improve and improve every time I see him. Showed off his improved outside jumper this past spring and that seemed to really expand his game. Excellent, tough defender as well that can guard both the perimeter and post. Top 5 player in the 2023 class who is about to start getting hammered with offers from D1’s.
Peyton Bledsoe Peyton Bledsoe 6'4" | SF Loogootee | 2023 State IN – 6’4 SF – Loogootee – D1 Indiana 2023: Bledsoe is a bigger wing with an act for shooting. Has always had a mature feel to his game since he was freshman and now is just starting to look more and more advanced each year. Did not hear a ton from him in the spring but summer provides much bigger opportunities for Bledsoe. His shooting alone could very easily catch a coach’s eye.
Jake Davis Jake Davis 6'6" | SF Cathedral | 2023 State IN – 6’6 SF – Cathedral – Indiana Elite 2023: Davis is a big wing that is so physical. Has a true “inside-out” game and can make shots from all over. Very tough on the glass and with his high motor he is hard to keep up with at times. There is a very high ceiling from Davis this summer and beyond.
Anthony Ball Anthony Ball 6'6" | PF Decatur Central | 2023 State IN – 6’6 PF – Southport – Indy Heat EYBL 2023: Ball is a big, strong power forward that can contribute all over. Better known for his defense rather than his offense, Ball plays with such force in the paint on both ends. Strong rebounder and shot blocker that always brings the effort. Could be in line for a breakout summer easily.
Caleb Washington Caleb Washington 6'5" | PF Floyd Central | 2023 State IN – 6’6 PF – Floyd Central – Grand Park Premier 2023 UA Rise: Washington is a big forward that plays like a true post. Soft touch around the rim and seems to have some of better “big man” fundamentals in his class. Still think there is a ton left in the tank that we have not seen yet from Washington these past few years. He is a dark horse for a breakout summer out the forwards in this list.