2026 Rankings: New Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In this article I feature junior forwards that I have added to the rankings. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>They are all 6'4+ and have skills on the defensive end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2806806"],"_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-67d36c9ad7d6e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2806806' first='Jackson' last='Flint'] is one of the more intriguing new prospects that made his way into the rankings. He stands at 6'8 and he has a long wingspan as well. In the games that I watched him play, I noted that he can do a bit of scoring in the paint, and that he can rack up rebounds fairly quick. As long as he keeps developing on both ends, he could put up some much bigger numbers next year. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2024-2025 Season Stats - 5.7 PPG, 4.6 RPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2806443"],"_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-67d36c9ad7de1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2806443' first='Josiah' last='Delgado'] led the state in blocks this season. Averaging a very impressive, 5.2 per game! I believe his reaction time and long arms helped him a decent amount. He also seemed to be able to avoid fouling his opponents, thanks to his coordination. Another statistic that he dominated in, was rebounding. The junior averaged 11.6 per game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Additional 2024-2025 Season Stats - 7.5 PPG, 1.8 RPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2806931"],"_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-67d36c9ad7e2a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nangah is another tall forward that makes his presence felt on defense. He covers ground quickly around the rim, which allows him to swat shots at a pretty high rate. Nangah can also collect offensive rebounds, and occasionally he scores second chance points. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2024-2025 Season Stats - 6.3 PPG, 6 RPG, 2.5 BPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2806932"],"_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-67d36c9ad7e9d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Foothill forward contributed in a multitude of ways this season. On offense, he has a couple of moves to score in the paint. Or he can draw fouls and get to the line. On defense, he disrupts shots and fights for rebounds. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">2024-2025 Season Stats - 4.8 PPG, 4.5 RPG, .7 BPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2806804"],"_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-67d36c9ad7eec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2806804' first='Ryan' last='Kirk'] is now in the rankings because of his athleticism rebounding ability. Knowing his role, he did his best against opposing teams bigs. Although he faced an uphill battle, he still gave 110%. Kirk also had a game winning shot this year. If he can keep improving his shooting, his stock will likely raise even more in the next few months. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2024-2025 Season Stats - 5.8 PPG, 6.6 RPG, 1.3 APG, .8 SPG</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->