2026 Bigs/Forwards Worth Tracking (Part II)

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Take a look at Part II of the Bigs/Forwards worth tracking in the 2026 class as we analyze the prospects outside the Top 100 worthy of attention from DII/DIII/JUCO programs in the region and surrounding areas!</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>USE CODE</em><strong><em> anderson30</em></strong><em> for 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION!</em><a href="http://www.prephoops.com/subscribe/?coupon=anderson30"> Subscribe</a> today!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1672423' first='Gary' last='Wilkins'] - Vance Charter</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A big man who made huge strides on the grassroots scene with [program_tooltip program_id='2078516' first='No' last='Guts No Glory']; physical and raw around the rim; finishes strong and utilizes his frame well; DIII/JUCO programs would be wise to get eyes on him</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='2466960' first='Justin' last='Bridgers'] - SouthWest Edgecombe</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Underrated athletic forward worthy of attention from DII/DIII/JUCO programs; top returner for SW Edgecombe from 2024-25, put up 11.0 ppg, 7.2 rpg and 3.6 bpg; a high-flying prospect to make note of in the 2026 rankings</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='2243110' first='Kingsley' last='Donaldson'] - Union Pines</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sizeable forward with a lot to prove in the 2026 class; produced nine double-doubles, 12.6 ppg, 8.2 rpg as a junior; a prospect for DII/DIII programs to get eyes on given his production in the painted area</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='2520195' first='Daveion' last='Richardson'] - Northwest Halifax</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scrappy forward prospect who's shown he can operate at a number of roles; can defend inside and out given his mobility, quickness and footwork; athletic and can get to the rim; averaged 13.3 ppg and 9.9 rpg as a junior leader for NW Halifax</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='1672426' first='Charlie' last='Thomas'] - Eastern Wayne</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Thomas was prime for some attention on the hardwood grassroots circuit before being sidelined with an injury over the spring; he's another athlete in the rural area worthy of attention from DII/DIII programs in the region; posted 17 double-doubles for Eastern Wayne in 2024-25</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='2523063' first='Jeremy' last='Horton'] - Christ School</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the departure of Mikey Wilkins, the frontcourt is wide open for Horton to take over; he's the most-experienced returning big in the Greenies rotation set to make a splash</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">[player_tooltip player_id='2173763' first='Lee' last='Podger'] - Ravenscroft</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Podger is a rising prospect to get to know as he joins Ravenscroft this upcoming season looking to boost their frontcourt; he's a stretch-forward who can rebound ; as he shows his growth and physicality on the interior, look for his recruiting to grow in 2025-26</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->