New Additions of Forwards to the Newly Updated 2027 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Missouri released its newly updated Class of 2027 rankings this week. Here is a look at a group of forwards who are new additions to the updated rankings.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Elijah Ibrahim (Dexter): A 6'4" forward who is one of the top frontcourt players in the SEMO area. He is a versatile performer who creates matchup problems. He is very effective with his turn and face game from the perimeter with his ability to drive. He is also an excellent rebounder who can score in the low post. He helped lead Dexter to a district championship and a berth in the Class 4 state quarterfinals. He is playing this summer with the IQ Hoopz 17U squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3638336' first='Dominic' last='Keyes'] (Homeschool): A 6'9 forward who plays home school ball in St Louis. He has good physical strength to go with his size and he uses it well in the low post area. He establishes good positioning and he can score inside. He is a hidden gem who has a chance to be a solid college prospect.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3638334' first='Trae' last='Booze'] (Smith-Cotton): A 6'6" southpaw forward from Mid Missouri who has a versatile skill set on the perimeter. He can really stretch the floor with ability to knock down 3-pointers. He can also put the ball on the floor to attack the close outs off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3584203' first='Caleb' last='Foster'] (Parkway North): A 6'2" southpaw small forward who plays much bigger than his actual size. He is physically strong and he plays with a big motor. He is constantly on the attack and he finishes well through contact. As a junior, the hard-working lefty averaged 17 points and seven rebounds to lead the Vikings to a 19-10 season and a berth in a district championship game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3640756' first='Alex' last='Gabrick'] (Park Hill South): A 6'6 forward who is a high energy player who excels on the inside. He is aggressive when he attacks on the drive. He is also very active as an offensive rebounder.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3617879' first='Trent' last='Johnson'] (Hazelwood East): A 6'4" forward who is a high-energy player who gets a lot done with a strong motor. He is an excellent athlete who is always giving multiple efforts on the boards, especially on the offensive end. As a junior, she averaged eight points and seven rebounds a game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->