Class 1 Forwards to Watch This Season

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri takes a look at some of the Class 1 forwards and posts to watch for the upcoming season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1790002' first='John' last='Fleeman'] (Kingsville): The 6'11" 2026 center is the top big man in the Class 1 ranks and one of the top bigs in the state. He led Kingsville to a district championship last season with his all-around play. He has excellent moves and a soft shooting touch in the low post. He is also an excellent passer from the perimeter who can also hit perimeter shots. He has already committed to Tennessee-Chattanooga.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2541260' first='Owen' last='Fortner'] (Risco): A 6'4" 2026 forward who returns as one of the top small school bigs in the SEMO area. He's a good athlete who can score inside, but he can also hit 3-pointers and lead the fast break with his ball handling ability. He earned All-State honors after helping lead the Tigers to a district championship.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2822899' first='Reid' last='Ellis'] (Rock Port): A 6'5" 2028 forward who was a key inside player for Rock Port's 25-5 team that advanced to the state quarterfinals. He's long and athletic and he runs the court well. He averaged seven points and nine rebounds while shooting 55 percent from the field as a freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2478746' first='Landon' last='Carlson'] (King City): A 6'3" 2028 forward who was an immediate impact player as a freshman. He has a solid build and a versatile skill set. He attacks the point very effectively on the drive and he can also knock down 3-pointers. He averaged nearly 20 points and 10 rebounds as a freshman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Chayse Coose (Dadeville): A 6'5" 2026 forward who was one of the most productive Class 1 players in the SWMO area last season. He is a potent offensive weapon from 15 feet on in. He has a smooth turnaround jumper from the baseline and the high post. He also has good footwork to score in the low post. As a junior, he averaged 20 points, 10 rebounds and two steals a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Caleb Redden (Clarkton): A 6'3" 2028 forward who has a big body and a solid skill set to go along with his size. The young lefty does an excellent job of using his body to get seals and establish his position in the low post. He catches it well and he finishes around the basket. He also steps out and hits 3-pointers off the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jamesyn Haley (Braymer): A 6'2" 2026 forward who has a thick body with good strength, but he also has a feathery shooting touch from 3-point range. He is very good on the pick and pop. He averaging nine points and five rebounds while making 55 3-pointers to help Braymer to a Final Four berth in the state tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2346161' first='Shaun' last='Luecke'] (Cairo): A 6'4" 2026 who really excels at the Stretch 4 with his ability to shoot the 3-pointer. He returns after leading the Bearcats to a district championship last season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Donivan Schreckhise (Meadville): A 6'4" 2026 forward who returns after earning All-Districts honors last season. As a junior, he averaged 12 points and seven rebounds a game while shooting 51 percent from the field in leading Meadville to a 17-11 record.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Edmund Brooks (Calvary Lutheran): A 6'3" 2026 small forward who is physically strong and who plays with a dynamic motor. He attacks the basket relentlessly and he can also stop and pop from the mid-range. He averaged 15 points, six rebounds and three assists while shooting 51 percent from the field as a junior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->