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<p>Virginia's 2027 class has plenty of intriguing talent in the frontcourt beyond the prospects at the top of our rankings. Here is a look at five frontcourt prospects in the senior class to watch heading into the 2026-27 season.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">The big man from Turkey impressed with Bishop O'Connell and Mid Atlantic Select throughout the spring and summer. He is a skilled, developing frontcourt prospect with good touch around the basket and the ability to score with either hand on the block. He plays hard, contributes on the glass and continues to add strength to his frame. His steady improvement makes him an intriguing prospect to track moving forward.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">A high academic prospect in the 2027 class, Gregory is a skilled big man with good touch and a versatile offensive skill set. He can score over either shoulder on the block and is comfortable stepping away from the basket in pick and pop situations out to the three point line. Gregory also brings solid athleticism to the frontcourt and has the tools to contribute in a variety of ways offensively.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Corley is an improving frontcourt prospect with a developing offensive skill set. He can score with either hand on the block, has touch on an open midrange jumper and is athletic enough to finish above the rim. Corley runs the floor well, plays with a high motor and continues to make strides as his overall game develops.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Another high academic prospect in the frontcourt, Bateman brings a solid combination of size, skill and strength. He has good touch around the basket, can knock down an open jumper and uses his physicality effectively in the paint. While an average athlete, Bateman rebounds his area well and has a good feel for how to play to his strengths.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Martin is a strong, skilled post player with a high basketball IQ and a good feel for the game. He has good hands, uses his strength effectively on the block and can finish around the rim. Martin plays with consistent effort and is a willing, productive rebounder in the paint.</p>
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Virginia's 2027 class has plenty of intriguing talent in the frontcourt beyond the prospects at the top of our rankings. Here is a look at five frontcourt prospects in the senior class to watch heading into the 2026-27 season.
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