2021 Top Available Forwards
The 2021 forward class is full of talent headlined by Villanova commit Trey Patterson Trey Patterson 6'7" | SF Rutgers Prep | 2021 State #36 Nation NJ . The last couple of weeks have made a huge impact on the…
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Continue ReadingThe 2021 forward class is full of talent headlined by Villanova commit Trey Patterson Trey Patterson 6'7" | SF Rutgers Prep | 2021 State #36 Nation NJ . The last couple of weeks have made a huge impact on the class with the Ta’Quan Woodley Ta’Quan Woodley 6'7" | PF Camden | 2021 State #221 Nation NJ ’s decommitment and the recent commitments of Rafael Castro Rafael Castro 6'9" | PF Dover | 2021 State #157 Nation NJ and Sam Alajiki Sam Alajiki 6'7" | SF St. Benedict's | 2021 State NJ to Providence and Cal, respectively. The forward group is still filled with talented players who are capable of making an impact at the next level. Here are the top available forwards in the 2021 class.
Woodley, 6’6 PF Camden
The resignation of head coach Patrick Chambers led to Woodley’s decommitment, making him eligible for this list. The 6’6 power forward has a strong frame which he uses to finish through contact. Woodley has a nice touch around the basket and knows how to carve out position down low. He is a force on the glass and is a good shot-blocker around the basket. Woodley has a top five of St. Joseph’s, Temple, South Carolina, Georgia and St. John’s, so how long he is available is up for debate.
Jerome Brewer, 6’6 SF Camden
The second straight Panther to kick off this list, Brewer has been a key part of Camden’s offense for the past two seasons. The 6’6 wing has a smooth handle and knows how to finish around the basket. Brewer is more than just a slasher as he has a good mid-range game and can knock down jumpers from behind the arc. He is a strong perimeter defender and has quick hands. Brewer is a skilled wing prospect who should make an impact at the next level.
Dominick Barlow Dominick Barlow 6'7" | SF Dumont | 2022 NLG , 6’7 SF Dumont
Barlow’s stock has been rising since the summer and it should only get higher through this season. The 6’7 forward is at his best in transition as he can use his athleticism to get to the rim. Barlow can put the ball on the floor and finish through contact. He is capable of knocking down perimeter jumpers and uses his athleticism to sky for rebounds. Barlow currently holds four D1 offers and that list should only get bigger during his senior season.
Nicolo Nobili Nicolo Nobili 6'9" | PF Paul VI | 2022 OH , 6’9 PF Paul VI
The Eagles already have one D1 bound player in future NJIT guard Wisler Sanon Wisler Sanon 6'2" | CG Paul VI | 2021 State NJ , but they have another one in Nobili. The Italian native plays with good footwork down low and can finish with either hand around the rim. Nobili’s greatest strength is his ability to play on the perimeter as he is a good passer and can handle the ball on the perimeter. He is a solid rebounder and is a strong post defender. Nobili is a talented forward prospect who should have a strong 2020-21 season for Paul VI.
Kunga Tsering Kunga Tsering 6'6" | SF Woodstock Academy | 2022 State NLG , 6’6 SF Roselle Catholic
Tsering played his first three seasons at Hasbrouck Heights and is concluding his varsity career at perennial power Roselle Catholic. The 6’6 forward has a nice handle and is capable of breaking his defender down off the bounce. Tsering knows how to draw contact around the basket and can finish above the rim. He is a strong rebounder and an underrated passer. Tsering will be thrust into a different spotlight at Roselle Catholic, but he should be ready for his new role with the Non-Public B power.
Other Players to Watch:
Kyle Rhoden Kyle Rhoden 6'9" | PF Peddie | 2022 OH , 6’9 PF Ranney
Josh Rivera, 6’7 SF St. Thomas Aquinas
Ozhell Jackson Ozhell Jackson 6'7" | PF Olympus Prep | 2021 State NJ , 6’7 PF Olympus Prep
Derrick Bueno Derrick Bueno 6'7" | PF Roselle Catholic | 2021 State NJ , 6’5 PF Roselle Catholic
John Horner John Horner 6'6" | SF St. Augustine | 2021 State NJ , 6’6 SF St. Augustine