Top Forwards from Week 11

Photo: Julius Clark Twitter

Josh White

January 13, 2022 @ 02:34 PM

This week edition of top five forwards doesn’t fail to impress. These guys started off the year in high fashion and look to establish themselves in their respective classes as elite prospects. [player_tooltip player_id="836584" first="Julius" last="Clark"] 6’6 PF Mtn. Brook 2023 Clark is a small ball PF who can command the post. His advanced level footwork, touch around the basket, and diversified tool bag makes him an easy D1 prospect. Clark is nimble on his feet and quick for his size, making it easier for him to maneuver in small spaces. He does a great job of playing with patience and taking what the defense gives him. He also plays with finesse around the basket and has a high IQ, which results in easy looks on most of his touches. His efficient scoring and offensive rebounding make him a matchup nightmare for most teams. Caleb Holt 6’6 SF/SG Buckhorn 2025 Holt continues to impress as he Posted a double-double against a formidable opponent in Jemison and was the best player on the court despite being one the youngest guys on the court. His explosiveness is off the charts. He plays with a receiver-like mindset when it comes to rebounds, lobs, and blocks by always trying the get the ball at its highest point. Showed a boost in confidence by shooting without hesitation when left open This addition to his game will allow him to further dominate in the paint due to defenses having to respect his shot. Defensively he shows flashes and can use his length and quickness to override his slight frame and come up with stops when guarding 1-3. It’ll be interesting to see how much Holt can improve throughout the season and how far the young prospect can carry his team. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnMsPBv_sTU Simon Walker 6’5 James Clemons SF/SG 2025 Walker continues to show why he’s regarded as one of the better shooters in the state with his consistent accuracy from the perimeter. He serves as the offensive catalyst in the dynamic duo between [player_tooltip player_id="725154" first="Jordan" last="Frazier"]. Walker’s quick release and ability to attack close-outs with a deadly mid-range pull-up make him fully cable of being a No.1 option on offense. I’ve also noticed an improved effort on the defensive end where he’s playing disciplined and fundamentally sound ball, which is a huge plus for his team. Walker has the chance to be one of the best wings of the 2025 class if he can continue his elite 3&D services. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNbSN8MS_po [player_tooltip player_id="725154" first="Jordan" last="Frazier"] 6’7 James Clemons SF/PF 2022 Frazier is a do it all forward who consistently makes winning plays on both ends of the floor. His touch around the basket is uncanny and makes him an elite slasher. He can finish with floaters over the top, around, or through contact and is explosive as a lob threat. When he isn’t finishing at the rim, he showed to be a willing passer and knows how to get others the ball in transition and the half-court. He can initiate plays or make the extra pass on the perimeter and always makes the simple play which is a plus. As a rebounder, he showed an ability to collect defensive rebounds at a high rate. He also uses his length to be a consistent threat as a putback specialist on the offensive boards. Tyson Sexton 6’4 SF/SG Scotosborro Sexton is a versatile wing who can play the 1-3 positions at a high level. With his size and skill, he can fluctuate and fulfill the responsibility of each position which will be a great asset when he transitions to the next level. In Socotosborro’s offense, he operates as a point forward to compensate for the other undersized guards. However, he’s solid at making plays for shooters and initiating the offense. He also can do damage when working off the ball as a stationary shooter. Defensively Sexton uses his length and wirey frame to be a plus defender who can stay in front and come up with occasional blocks and steals.