Class 4 Forwards to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri continues its preseason previews by taking a look at some of the top Class 4 forwards and posts to watch around the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2544040' first='Mach' last='Mayom'] (St. Joe Benton): A 6'9" 2026 power forward who has continued to get better in each of his three high school seasons. He is an excellent rebounder and shot blocker who can also pass the ball and run the floor well. As a junior, he averaged nine points and six rebounds while shooting 64 percent from the field in helping the Cardinals to a runner-up finish in the state tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2607456' first='Titus' last='Moore'] ([player_tooltip player_id='2873530' first='Logan' last='']-Rogersville): A 6'6" 230-pound 208 forward who is one of the top young prospects in the state. He has the body of the power forward and the skill level of a guard, which makes him a tough matchup for opposing defenses. As a freshman, he averaged 10 points and five rebounds while shooting 40 percent from 3-point range in helping the Wildcats to a third-place finish in the state tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2353848' first='Phillip' last='Nadeau'] (Oak Grove): A 6'7" 2026 forward who has a versatile skill set to go along with his size. He operates in the paint and on the perimeter with equal effectiveness. As a junior, he averaged 18.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and two steals a game while making 48 3-pointers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Leon Powell II (Vashon): A 6'6" 2027 small forward who is emerging as an excellent prospect after playing a complimentary role for Vashon's powerful state championship team. He's long and athletic and he attacks the rim well. He also has a reliable jumper from the perimeter. He also has multiple Division I offers. He will move into a bigger role after averaging six points and four rebounds a game as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2706483' first='Marcus' last='Moore'] ([player_tooltip player_id='2873530' first='Logan' last='']-Rogersville): A 6'7" 2026 power forward who returns as the physical force in the point for the Wildcats, who finished third in the state tournament. At 230-pounds, he is physically strong and he also has good mobility. He averaged seven points and five rebounds a game during his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2348242' first='Tyler' last='Ray'] (MICDS): A 6'4" 2027 forward who is a standout all-purpose players for the Rams. He has the size and physicality to play inside against bigger players, but he is also a talented perimeter player who can handle the ball and facilitate offense. He hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to defeat Class 5 Fina Four participant Westminster at the end of the regular season. He averaged nine points and five rebounds a game as a sophomore.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2966377' first='Ted' last='Nassah'] (Lift for Life): A 6'5" 2026 forward who is an explosive athlete with a strong motor. He will provide front line strength and veteran experience on a young and talented Hawks team this season. He averaged 10 points and seven rebounds while blocking a team-high 47 shots last season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2111105' first='Jaishon' last='White'] (Chillicothe): A 6'5" 2026 power forward who plays a strong and physical game in the long post. They southpaw standout is tough around the basket with his ability to score and grab offensive rebounders. He is also a standout on the football field as a defensive end and tight end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2966371' first='Bennett' last='Wilde'] (Blair Oaks): A 6'7" 2026 forward who is one of the top returning frontcourt players in the Mid-Missouri area. He is a very skilled player with good athleticism and the ability to run the court. He can shoot it well from 3-point range and he can also finish inside with a dunk in traffic. He is also a solid shot blocker at the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2824617' first='Israel' last='Johnigan'] (Center): A 6'5" 2025 forward who is an up and coming prospect in the Kansas City area. He has good athleticism, fundamentals and a nice shooting touch around the basket. He spent the summer playing up at the 16U level with the VWBA squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2536475' first='Blair' last='Abraham'] (Buffalo): A 6'8" 2026 forward who has good skills and can operate well from the high post. He can hit the free throw line jumper and can also step out and make the 3-point shot. He is also an effective shot blocker. He averaged 13.4 points and 9.4 rebounds last season in earning All-District honors.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Joedell Redman (St. Joe Lafayette): A 6'2" 2027 forward from the NWMO area who plays much bigger than his actual size. He's physically strong and stays active in the post to outwork bigger players inside. He is also very effective on the drive when he attacks off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->