2027 Rankings Update: Top Frontcourt Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With our <a href="https://prephoops.com/virginia/rankings/2027-rankings/" id="https://prephoops.com/virginia/rankings/2027-rankings/">Updated and Expanded 2027 Player Rankings</a> being published, we take a closer look at some of the state's top frontcourt prospects in the 2027 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2624494"],"_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-69c9c7a646446"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kalonji is a hard-playing, rim-running big man who brings energy and physicality to the frontcourt. He rebounds his area, protects the rim with shot-blocking ability, and finishes above the rim as a consistent lob threat. With good strength and an active motor, he impacts the game on both ends and shows plenty of upside moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2370724"],"_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-69c9c7a6464ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maybe the most skilled frontcourt prospect in the state's 2027 class, Gregory was an All-VPL selection this season. A skilled big man with touch, he can step out and pick-and-pop to the three-point line while also scoring effectively over either shoulder on the block. He brings solid athleticism, a high feel for the game, and offensive versatility that translates to the next level. Expect the high academic prospect to see a significant uptick in his recruitment this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2353633"],"_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-69c9c7a646502"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mena played a major role for one of the nation's top teams this season. The junior center has a strong feel for the game, shows touch in the paint, and has the ability to stretch the floor out to the three-point line. He rebounds his area consistently and impacts winning on both ends. An All-WCAC selection, Mena proved to be a key piece for the Panthers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2462349"],"_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-69c9c7a64654c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">While his best basketball is still ahead of him, Sherman showed flashes of his long-term potential this season at Oak Hill. The junior has high-level size and length, with decent touch around the rim and the ability to finish plays using his athleticism. Defensively, he can impact the game by altering shots in the lane and protecting the rim. With continued development, he has intriguing upside as a frontcourt prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2478626"],"_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-69c9c7a646592"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Morton is a mountain of a post presence who uses his strength to establish position and anchor the paint. He has solid hands, improving mobility, and shows touch around the rim as a finisher. The Augusta, GA native continues to develop his overall game and has the physical tools to be an effective interior prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->