2025 Prospect Spotlight: Spring Stock Rising Forwards

[player_tooltip player_id='1225692' first='Evan' last='Cochran'] is a 6'9” sharpshooter with a college-ready shooting range and an exceptional ability to set screens that always get his guards open, particularly through high ball screens which compliments his game as a remarkable pick-and-pop player, capable of taking advantage of drop coverage and lighting it up from outside. Cochran's outstanding performance this spring has earned him multiple Division 1 scholarship offers and interest from programs like the University of Nevada, George Mason University, and Wichita State University, among others. Throughout the summer, Cochran's offer list is expected to grow along with the progression of his game.     Latrell Hoover is a 6'10” frontcourt prospect who can be a double-double machine. He's a high-percentage shot taker and maker, unfazed by congested lanes or being knocked off balance, showcasing a soft touch and a knack for dropping the ball right over the cylinder. Hoover also possesses a reliable high post jumper, adding to his offensive versatility. He excels against others at his position with his dynamic ability to be a rim runner and sprint the floor, making him a constant offensive threat. Hoover is becoming the type of player who can get a slam dunk anytime the ball is in his hands and is already a lob threat flashing from the dunker's spot. His impressive timing when rebounding, particularly on the offensive end, allows him to outleap unsuspecting defenders and secure crucial boards.      [player_tooltip player_id='2453701' first='Jackson' last='Beauchamp'] is a 6'7” wing who plays exceptionally well within the flow of the game, utilizing a versatile offensive skill set that makes him effective from both the post and the perimeter. He has a soft stroke that extends from the post to mid-range and beyond the three-point line, making him a potential floor-spacing forward. Defensively, Beauchamp excels at getting his hands on the ball. He does a fantastic job of protecting the rim and can guard multiple positions due to his lateral quickness. His length and timing are game-changing weapons, allowing him to effectively contest and block shots within his vicinity while also getting deflections and steals in the passing lanes on the wings. Beauchamp shows a great motor on the boards, frequently attacking the offensive glass and quickly going back up for putback points, displaying a tremendous second jump, complementing his ability to grab rebounds at their highest peak defensively.     [player_tooltip player_id='2453704' first='Yohan' last='Gutierrez'] is a 6'8” hybrid forward who can flat out shoot the rock from all three levels. He possesses a sweet stroke with a picture-perfect release and follow-through, excelling as a catch-and-shoot player game after game. Gutierrez uses his size, length, and elevation to easily shoot over contesting defenders, making him a reliable scoring threat. Gutierrez is also disciplined in his shot selection and unselfish in his play, often scoring his points within the flow of the game. Gutierrez effectively spaces the floor and moves without the ball, contributing to his team's offensive efficiency.