2028 Independent School Forward Prospects to Track

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 class took a hit as Lawrenceville forward <strong>Marque Johnson</strong> transferred to Long Island Lutheran over the weekend. The group still has potential to have a big season, especially in the front court. Here are the 2028 Independent school forward prospects to track.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2504903"],"_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-6aa0a8df88f9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cowell transferred to Blair Academy and re-classed into the 2028 class this summer, making him eligible for this list. The 6'8 forward uses his strong frame to get position down low and has a nice touch around the rim. Cowell has a solid face-up game as he can put the ballon the floor and has a high release on his free throws. He elevates for rebounds on both ends of the floor and swats a ton of shots around the rim. Cowell is a talented forward prospect who should put his game on full display this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3140436"],"_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-6aa0a8df88fe4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Broko has the potential to play either forward spot, which he should put on display this season. The 6'7 forward can get to the rim off the bounce and finishes strong around the rim. Broko can also get position in the paint and sets strong screens in the half court. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and holds his ground on the defensive end. Broko is a physical forward prospect who should control the paint at both ends of the floor throughout the course of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2786677"],"_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-6aa0a8df89009"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Douglass has the ability to have a breakout this season as he should put his full game on display. The 6'6 forward uses his handle to get to his spot on the floor and his range extends out to the three-point line. Douglass rarely forces jumpers in the half court and is an underrated passer out of the post. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and influences shots around the rim. Douglass's ability to stretch the floor along with his ability to control the paint is something to watch during the winter months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2390579"],"_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-6aa0a8df89037"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hines is primed to make an immediate impact for Pennington with his ability to impact the game at both ends of the floor. The 6'6 forward can get to the rim off the bounce and moves well without the ball in his hands. Hines has a high release on his jumper and can knock down open shots from behind the arc. He has the length to defend multiple positions on the floor and is an underrated rebounder. Hines is a lanky forward prospect who should impact the game at both ends of the floor over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2504897"],"_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-6aa0a8df89058"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sminkle can play either spot on the perimeter, which he should put on display this season. The 6'4 forward has a good first step, which he uses to get to the rim and can draw contact in the paint. Sminkle uses his size to see over his defender and moves well without the ball in his hands. He jumps passing lanes to make an impact on the defensive end and pushes the pace in transition. Sminkle's ability to defend the ball and stretch the floor is something to track over the next couple of months.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->