2026 Review: Versatile Wings and Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A handful of modern day forwards who can stretch the floor and defend multiple positions, one of the most versatile groupings of prospects within this 2026 class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1622249"],"_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-66b6491d524a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bringing in a high motor on the offensive glass, Elbe seems to always be in position on putbacks. Bringing in excellent length and height to match up with forwards, the incoming junior has a pivotal season ahead at University. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1622327"],"_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-66b6491d52507"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Remaining one of the most skilled athletes at his height within the class, Sevy brings smooth footwork and soft touch inside the arc. Boasting a progressing shotmaking portfolio on all three levels, his increased role stepping into a new look Grandview program will be essential to follow. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1764296"],"_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-66b6491d5254a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tarpenning has made major strides with his three point shooting over the course of this summer, answering multiple supposed weaknesses in the latter half of the club season. Getting red hot in the Mile High Madness event, the forward knocked down five threes alongside quite a few at-rim finishes versus notable frontcourt size, in Colorado Magic. His strength and motor paired with the steady improvements in skill make Tarpenning one of the most intriguing prospects in Colorado Springs, primed for a breakout season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382304"],"_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-66b6491d52585"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lamar will be a riser in the next update, given his wiry frame and efficient shooting on spot-up attempts. Comfortable playing a physical role on the glass, the wing has brought plenty of rebounding production for 7070, adding an important layer to their two-way efforts. His defensive toughness and discipline against any position 1 through 5 makes Lamar primed for a larger role this coming eason. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2478604"],"_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-66b6491d525be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another intriguing name down in the Colorado Springs region, Bishop brings size and notable touch stretching the floor from behind the arc. Effective relocating from off-ball actions, he shows the ability to quickly relocate on perimeter attempts. Just as much a threat as a slasher, his positional size and soft touch around the rim has allowed Bishop to be a steady offensive contributor inside and out for Collective-Hilgencamp. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2478614"],"_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-66b6491d525f7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The lanky forward has plenty of defensive potential, given his wide reach and mobility. Likely stepping into a much larger role for Rock Canyon, Valentine will get an opportunity for one of the top programs in the state. Offensively, his quickness diving to the rim following ball screens paired with the large target radius makes Valentine a troublesome cover when paired with a high volume perimeter shotmaker. Still progressing as a spot-up shooter, Valentine has been capable of knocking down the corner three when provided an opportunity. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1799811"],"_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-66b6491d52631"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A capable athlete whose fluidity at 6'5+ makes him a unique two-way option at the next level. Capable of switching one through three, Perez has the tools to not only be a proactive defender, but one of the best in this 2026 class. He has taken strides in multiple areas throughout this summer, particularly with his perimeter shooting off the catch. Capable as a pop or kick out option, he is becoming even more confident in the face of incoming contests. Still refined as a play finisher, getting to the rim from timely cuts or while attacking a closeout, his leap off of two feet allows Perez to be above the rim finisher when available.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->