New 2026 Rankings Top Forwards/Posts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri has released its newly updated Class of 2026 rankings. We conclude our positional breakdowns with a look at the top forwards/posts in the new rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2365900,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0250.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0250.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2365900" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1557399' first='Sheek' last='Pearson'] (John Burroughs): A 6'11 forward who concluded a big summer by helping [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite']'s 16U to the championship of the Nike EYBL Peach Jam. He was one of the top shot blockers on the circuit and and excellent rebounder. He helped lead the Bombers to a runner up finish in the Class 4 state tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2295946,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/IMG_7896.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/IMG_7896.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2295946" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850526' first='Tristan' last='Reed'] (John Burroughs): A 6'8 power forward who led the Bombers to a runner up finish in the Class 4 state tournament. He is a force in the paint as a scorer, rebounder and shot blocker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2378176,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0976.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/IMG_0976.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2378176" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1873552' first='Jahidi' last='White Jr'] (Chaminade): A 6'7 forward who has a good combination of skill and physical strength. He has good footwork and he finishes with power in the paint. He helped the Red Devils to the Class 6 state championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2452728,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_1750-1.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/05/IMG_1750-1.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2452728" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1873523' first='Jamison' last='White'] (Chaminade): A 6'8 forward who is a very skilled player when facing the basket, which makes him a matchup problem. He helped the Red Devils to a berth in the Class 6 state championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2468376,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_4912.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/IMG_4912.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2468376" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1850452' first='Landon' last='Van Pelt'] (Lee's Summit): A 6'9 power forward who is one of the top young bigs in the Kansas City. He has a big body and he moves well. He can play the power game and also show a little finesse with his shooting touch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2119745,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/08/IMG_1329.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/08/IMG_1329.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2119745" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1872264' first='Oliver' last='Puljic'] (Summit): A 6'8 forward who was having a big sophomore season until he suffered a season ending knee injury. We look forward to seeing him back healthy again this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2563151,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_7397.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_7397.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2563151" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tyseandre Edwards (Cape Girardeau Central): A 6'6 forward who has good length and excellent athleticism. He's a very active offensive rebounder who can step out and hit the 3-pointer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>********</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":1966999,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/John-Fleeman.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/John-Fleeman.jpg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-1966999" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1790002' first='John' last='Fleeman'] (Kingsville): A 6'10 post player who has a big body and a nice skill set around the basket. He has a good touch and he can step out and hit perimeter shots. He is also a deft passing threat.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>******<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2563155,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_0294.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/IMG_0294.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2563155" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1878296' first='Ron' last='Henry'] (Principia): A 6'7 forward who really excels as a rebounder. He stays active and he will get out of his area. He can score inside and he runs the floor very well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->