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2026 forwards looking to continue their success

2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Lucas Houchin
Lucas Houchin
July 18, 2024 @ 05:43 PM
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Jarett Simpson
Jarett Simpson 6'7" | PF/C | 2026
KY
Landon Blakey
Landon Blakey 6'7" | PF | 2026
KY
Seth Farmer
Seth Farmer 6'6" | C | 2026
KY
Jackson Klope
Jackson Klope 6'6" | C/PF | 2026
KY
Cayon Gaines
Cayon Gaines 6'6" | PF | 2026
KY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The grassroots season is nearing an end as a new school year approaches. These forwards in the 2026 class have showcased their impressive abilities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1702596"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6696ed66ba804"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Blakey is a dominate force. He runs the floor hard in transition and does a great job sealing the defender. He scores efficiently inside with a variety of moves, including a tough hook shot. He drains mid-range jumpers and is a reliable shooter from deep as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1485712"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6696ed66ba862"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gaines is a nightmare matchup. He is nearly automatic from mid-range and can splash three-pointers. His vision and passing ability set up his teammates for scoring opportunities. He contests shots and prevents easy opportunities around the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2171645"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66995021d8e74"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Simpson possesses a well-rounded skill set. He can score inside over defenders and bury shots from 3-point range. If he draws help he dishes it to an open teammate. He crashes the boards and converts offense rebounds to extra possessions and points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1543353"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6696ed66ba8a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Klope impacts the game on both ends. He attacks in transition and looks for any opportunity to rise up for a dunk. His range extends beyond the arc so the defense can't give him too much space. He creates turnovers with active hands and anticipation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1564305"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6696ed66ba8dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Farmer fills up the stat sheet. He scores over defenders and through contact around the basket. Also, he is a knockdown shooter from mid-range. His size and athleticism enable him to grab rebounds at a high rate and protect the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The grassroots season is nearing an end as a new school year approaches. These forwards in the 2026 class have showcased their impressive abilities.

Landon Blakey

Landon Blakey

KY
PF
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Landon
Blakey PF
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Adair County
|
KY
2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Blakey is a dominate force. He runs the floor hard in transition and does a great job sealing...
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Landon Blakey

State: Kentucky
School: Adair County
Club: Midwest Basketball Club Grassroots
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Cayon Gaines

Cayon Gaines

KY
PF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
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Cayon
Gaines PF
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Jeffersontown
|
KY
2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Gaines is a nightmare matchup. He is nearly automatic from mid-range and can splash three-pointers. His vision and...
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Cayon Gaines

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State: Kentucky
School: Jeffersontown
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Jarett Simpson

Jarett Simpson

KY
PF/C
HEIGHT 6'7"
POS PF/C
CLASS 2026
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Jarett
Simpson PF/C
Class
2026
Height
6'7"
HS
Southwestern
|
KY
2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Simpson possesses a well-rounded skill set. He can score inside over defenders and bury shots from 3-point range....
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Jarett Simpson

State: Kentucky
School: Southwestern
Club: Kentuckiana Hoops
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Jackson Klope

Jackson Klope

KY
C/PF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS C/PF
CLASS 2026
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Jackson
Klope C/PF
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
McCracken County
|
KY
2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Klope impacts the game on both ends. He attacks in transition and looks for any opportunity to rise...
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Jackson Klope

State: Kentucky
School: McCracken County
Club: SI Select
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Seth Farmer

Seth Farmer

KY
C
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS C
CLASS 2026
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Seth
Farmer C
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
Pulaski County
|
KY
2026 forwards looking to continue their success
Farmer fills up the stat sheet. He scores over defenders and through contact around the basket. Also, he...
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Seth Farmer

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State: Kentucky
School: Pulaski County
Club: STARS Basketball Club
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