Up and Coming Two-Way Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1438881' first='Emilek' last='Jallow'] - Bear Creek - Colorado Collective - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jallow has continued to showcase his defensive instincts while possessing above average athleticism at 6'6. The junior forward has played a pivotal role in Collective's success this summer, staying productive grabbing rebounds and contesting shot attempts at or above the rim. Not to mention that he has shown prowess defending against 1-4, switching on a myriad of opponents and staying a threat at all times. Another key for Jallow has been his consistency knocking down triples off the catch, up to 42% on this past season at Bear Creek. Simply put, Jallow plays the right way, not needing a high usage rate to succeed on the offensive side. Bright future ahead for the forward. Capable of playing in any system, Jallow is a well developed prospect, although his progression of self-created scoring is worth monitoring.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1622290' first='Daniel' last='Mbadinga-Nzamba'] - Rocky Mountain - [program_tooltip program_id='2075420' first='Colorado' last='Roughriders'] - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mbadinga-Nzamba should be on everyone's radar if not already, few forwards possess his motor, athleticism, and two-way upside within the 2026 class. The freshman forward has shown an increased volume of perimeter jumpshots off the catch, often popping out to the three point line. Already a consistent threat to dunk the ball, either off the lob or on his own, the forward has plus reach and above average vertical pop for prospects his age.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Aiden Wanrow -&nbsp;[program_tooltip program_id='2075814' first='Rocky' last='Mountain Select'] - (High School TBD) - 2027</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wanrow is a highly intriguing prospect who boasts excellent defensive instincts and mobility. Standing no less than 6'7, the forward has yet to start his high school career, however he is already catching eyes due to his defensive impact while playing up multiple age groups. Already fairly strong, Wanrow holds his own down low on defensive rebounds and in the post. The forward shows flashes on the offensive end, notably as a downhill driver. At times using a spin move to free himself up at the rim, capable of finishing with either hand around the contest. There is no doubt Wanrow will be among the top names in that 2027 class, boasting plenty of skill at such a young age.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alliou Dioum - Accelerated Prep - [program_tooltip program_id='2078364' first='Colorado' last='Hawks'] - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dioum is a notably mobile forward who is in the mix as one of the higher upside prospects in the state. Standing no less than 6'9, the forward is especially quick laterally and while moving down the court on the break. He shows the ability to switch screens, significantly limiting how much space opposing ball handlers are able to work with. Not to mention his shot blocking repertoire, possessing the defensive instincts few possess. He will be somebody worth monitoring for years to come, soon to make noise with Accelerated Prep.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1965398' first='Lukas' last='McCanna'] - Evergreen - [program_tooltip program_id='2075463' first='Elevation' last='Flyers'] - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McCanna shows intrigue fighting for rebounds on the glass while playing a vital role for the 16u group's interior toughness. Hailing from Evergreen, McCanna already stands very tall at roughly 6'7, bringing in value through contests and stunting opposing drivers. Showcasing excellent timing on rebounds, he has upside as a glass cleaner due to his combination of instincts and above average size. His progression with the perimeter skills will be worth monitoring over the years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->