Prospect Spotlight: Braxton Foreman (2018)
When making the decision to transfer schools, there is always a risk of getting “lost in the mix” when it comes to players trying to establish a reputation with college coaches. Rising senior Braxton Foreman transferred from St. Maria Goretti to Thomas Johnson this season and quickly became a main source of production for head coach John Manley and the Patriots.
Foreman averaged 15 points and 4.5 rebounds as he lead Thomas Johnson to a 16-8 overall record. With all but one starter set to return next season, the Patriots will be a team to watch once the high school season tips off, and in large part because of Foreman.
The 6’5 forward has a smooth game. He isn’t the quickest player on the floor, but the good part about that is Foreman never appears rushed. And yet, he can still get where he wants to on the court. Growing up, he was used to playing in a big man role, so his touch around the rim is solid, but Foreman has done a great job transitioning his perimeter game as well.
He can put the ball on the floor from the three-point line and finish a number of ways whether it be a finger roll down the middle of the lane, or a reverse lay up to avoid an opposing big’s block attempt. Perhaps the strongest aspect of Foreman’s game is his shooting ability.
He showcased his long-range shooting recently as he played in the Spring Warmup tournament for his AAU team, Team Melo Red 17U. Foreman knocked down a mirage of three’s throughout the tournament, but caught fire against New World:
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He doesn’t need much time to load his shot, but one area for improvement as he moves closer to the collegiate game is getting more elevation.
“The top thing on my priority list to improve on is my defense,” Forman told PrepHoops. “You can always become a better defensive player, I believe. I also want to improve my lateral quickness.”
Foreman is a team-first type of player. He isn’t out there just trying to pad his individual stats. He wants to do what gives his team the best chance of winning. In terms of recruitment, Foreman told me although he doesn’t have any offers, he has received interest from UMBC, Rider, Brown, and Shepard University.
The most important thing to Foreman as he moves forward with the recruitment process is developing a good relationship with coaches. Ultimately, that will be his deciding factor in choosing his destination following his senior season.