Best Available: 2019 Power Forwards
A look at the top 10 uncommitted senior power forwards in the state of Wisconsin and where they might be headed next season… 1. David Skogman – Waukesha West The only real high major prospect left on the board in…
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Continue ReadingA look at the top 10 uncommitted senior power forwards in the state of Wisconsin and where they might be headed next season…
1. David Skogman – Waukesha West
The only real high major prospect left on the board in Wisconsin’s 2019 class, Skogman holds offers from Minnesota, Texas Tech, Vanderbilt, Nebraska, and Rutgers. A bouncy forward who can shoot the triple, Skogman is one of the most intriguing prospects in the country. As a senior, he averaged 18.3 points and 12.7 rebounds per game.
2. Rich Byhre – Catholic Memorial
Byhre wasn’t able to play as a senior after tearing his ACL in the preseason. Had he been healthy, this would have been one of the biggest breakout performers in the state. A 6-foot-8 forward who can shoot and handle the rock, Byhre was giving opponents fits in fall league action. He recently picked up a scholarship offer from Division 2 Rockhurst.
3. Luke Taylor – Germantown
Taylor helped turn the Warhawks around this past season. The senior forward posted 17.5 points and 10.8 rebounds per game as Germantown finished fourth in a loaded and top heavy Greater Metro Conference. A skilled, versatile big man who can score from all over the floor and dish the basketball, Taylor has some Division 2 potential, holding an offer from Notre Dame College. He’s also in contact with Southwest Minnesota State, Rockhurst, Metro State, Lindsey Wilson, McKendree, UW-Stevens Point, UW-Whitewater, and Carroll College.
4. Kyran Gaines – Milwaukee Madison
One of the state’s top scorers this past season, Gaines averaged 23.8 points per game while leading Madison to an 18-6 record. A big body who can take people off the dribble and knock down perimeter shots, Gaines has some serious mismatch potential. He may end up going the junior college route where he could develop into a Division 1 player.
5. Patrick Suemnick – Denmark
A player that’s starting to pick up steam after his performance against Waupun in the state tournament, Suemnick has added Division 2 offers from Minnesota-Duluth and Concordia St. Paul. Programs such as Pittsburgh State, Metropolitan State, Black Hills State, Minnesota State-Moorhead, Lindenwood University, Lincoln Memorial University, and South Dakota School of Mines are also lining up. A blue-collar, skilled post prospect, Suemnick has some intriguing footwork on the block and can score going away from the basket. He’s also quite athletic and a very good shot blocker. Given the way he moves and handles the basketball, there’s some potential for more versatility down the road as well, rather than being just an interior presence.
6. Quinn Cafferty – Racine St. Catherine’s
An old school, back-to-the-basket post, Cafferty has good skills on the block and a high motor. He’s undersized (6-5), but there’s probably a spot for him at the small school level. As a senior, Cafferty averaged 12.4 points and 7.3 rebounds for a very talented St. Catherine’s squad that went 21-4 overall.
7. Kade King – Monroe
One of the best kept secrets in Wisconsin, King can absolutely dominate the paint. One of the strongest players in the state, King averaged nearly 15 points per game as a senior. He’s very imposing when he catches the ball near the rim or as a shot blocker, often setting the tone inside. If I’m a Division 3/NAIA program, I’d be ecstatic to get King on my roster.
8. Johntae Martin – Milwaukee Washington
Martin is undersized, but brings some unique things to the table. A gritty defender, Martin likes the challenge of matching up against the other team’s top players — big or small. He can also push the ball in transition and get coast-to-coast or find open teammates. A glue guy for Washington, Martin may not put up big stats, but his presence on the floor is definitely noticeable.
9. Logan Morrow – Neenah
Per his AAU program, Morrow may not be playing college basketball, but he’s certainly good enough to. Someone that jumped on our radar this season and helped Neenah reach the Division 1 state tournament, Morrow averaged 14 points, seven rebounds, and three assists per game as a senior. Morrow can handle and shoot the basketball. He also plays bigger than his size, always doing an adequate job of controlling the glass and protecting the rim.
10. Jarrett Henderson – Nicolet
Henderson would often come off the bench for Nicolet and make big plays, whether it was grabbing an offensive rebound or converting a timely basket around the rim. Henderson was often overshadowed by Nicolet’s deep and star-studded roster, but he’s got really good size (6-8) and athleticism for the next level. He’s also someone that’s willing to do the dirty work to get on the floor.