Providing an immediate boost upon entering the game, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ was impressive in stepping right in and providing extremely productive and reliable guard play in the minutes he was provided— finding rim runners when looking to create offense in transition, anticipation in the passing lanes to turn steals into easy finishes, and creating drive and kick threes for perimeter shooters when penetrating the defense and drawing multiple defenders. Ultimately not necessarily forcing any of the action offensively and making a positive impact as a decision maker, running the offense, keeping sets organized, and setting up his teammates for success.

Aggressive in his scoring approach, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ provided plenty of scoring pop in this one. His strong feel for shot selection allowed him to consistently hunt efficient looks without forcing the action and that was evident in his production— impressing the most in his ability to instinctively reject and utilize ball screens for strong in traffic finishes at the rim paired with his pull up shot making ability, both out on the perimeter from beyond the three point arc and getting to space in the mid range area, highlighted by good lift and a high release point on his jumper.

Forbes has the ability to play either guard spot, which he should put on display this season. The 6’3 guard has a good first step, which he uses to get to the rim off the bounce and finishes nicely around the rim. Forbes can also score in the mid-range and can knock down open jumpers from behind the arc. He has the length to defend both backcourt spots and pushes the pace well in transition. Forbes is a lanky guard prospect who should impact the game at both ends of the floor this season.

Forbes two-way game was on full display throughout the night, as he found ways to impact the game in all facets. He has great timing when jumping passing lanes and consistently turns those opportunities into steals. Forbes has no issues going coast to coast in transition and can quickly turn defense into offense. He is a hyper-active on-ball defender who causes havoc for whoever he is guarding and makes life difficult for opposing ball handlers. Forbes is one of my favorite guards in the Northeast in the 2028 class.

Forbes provided a spark for Bergen Catholic by doing whatever was needed to help his team win. He added valuable scoring depth with his ability to find the bucket and consistently make the most of his opportunities. Forbes understands shot selection and does an excellent job taking high-percentage looks, allowing him to score efficiently within the flow of the offense. He also runs the floor well, filling the lanes in transition and putting himself in position for easy scoring chances. Beyond his scoring, Forbes displayed good court vision and an unselfish approach, connecting with teammates for quality scoring opportunities. He was particularly effective as an off-ball slasher, making timely cuts to the basket and capitalizing on openings in the defense. With his well-rounded skill set and feel for the game, Forbes appears to be on track for a big junior campaign.

Stepping into what is expected to be a larger role and having looked comfortable doing so throughout the course of the fall, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ will look to demonstrate an ability to thrive as an additional strong and dependable ball handler while also being an additional source of steady offense. Whether he’s seen initiating the offense and setting the table for teammates, or scoring within the flow of Bergen’s system, particularly as an outside shot maker or crafty finisher around the rim, Forbes will look to showcase he’s a trustworthy point guard capable of taking on a greater offensive responsibility in Bergen Catholic’s rotation this season.

Forbes is a floor general who makes his mark with his ability to touch the game in a variety of different facets. He can get a bucket in the blink of an eye. Forbes also shows that he can get others involved with his playmaking. Forbes should see an increased role this upcoming season and should start to see an uptick in his recruitment.

A strong and confident ball handler, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ showcased his ability to get in the paint and make the right read— creating plays both for himself and his teammates. Forbes consistently touched the paint and either finished with craftiness around the basket or found open bigs in the dunker spot and sprayed the ball out to open shooters out on the perimeter. Demonstrating his ability to often times make the right decision, Forbes displayed his ability to be a reliable floor general in Bergen Catholic’s offense.

Stepping into what is expected to be a larger role for this year’s Bergen Catholic squad, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ demonstrated his ability to be an additional strong and reliable ball handler and another source of dependable offense. Whether it initiating offense or and setting the table at times for the offense or scoring within the flow of Bergen’s offense, Forbes proved to be a guard capable of shouldering more offensive responsibility as we head into the second scholastic live period next weekend.

Forbes received an offer from Fairfield after strong showings this weekend and could rack in a few more throughout the rest of the summer.

Handling most of the primary ball handler responsibilities for Bergen Catholic’s offense on the day, Sean Forbes Sean Forbes 6'3" | PG Bergen Catholic | 2028 State NJ showed good poise and composure against opposing ball pressure. Forbes excelled at getting in the paint and finishing around the rim through contact and with craftiness around the basket. Forbes also showed flashes of his shot making ability, knocking down a couple mid range pull ups. Defensively, Forbes pressured the ball the length of the court and demonstrated good defensive instincts and anticipation.