2022 Forwards with a lot to Prove This Summer
The 2022 class is loaded with talent, especially in the back court. The forward crop is a good group, but is filled with players who need to make a big impact this AAU season. Here are the top 2022 forwards…
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Continue ReadingThe 2022 class is loaded with talent, especially in the back court. The forward crop is a good group, but is filled with players who need to make a big impact this AAU season. Here are the top 2022 forwards with a lot to prove this spring and summer.
Logan Howland Logan Howland 6'7" | PF Hun | 2023 NJ , 6’7 PF Westfield
Howland is the go-to guy down low for Unity Legends, which should create more opportunities for him to elevate his stock. The 6’7 dual-sport star has a strong frame which he uses to draw contact around the basket. Howland plays with good footwork down low and is a solid passer out of the post. He attacks the glass on both ends of the floor and is always talking on the defensive end. Howland will face more double teams down low, but his passing and low post game should benefit because of it.
Philip Urban Philip Urban 6'6" | SF Pennington | 2022 State NJ , 6’6 SF Pennington
Urban holds a D2 offer from Clarion and has the potential to add to that list with a strong AAU season for the NJ Panthers. The 6’6 wing is at his best attacking the basket as he can finish above the rim and draw contact. Urban has a nice touch around the basket and is becoming a more consistent shooter from distance. He is a solid shot-blocker and can move his feet on the defensive end. Urban reshaped his body in the 2020 summer, which should allow him to become an intriguing wing prospect to watch this summer.
Landon Shivers Landon Shivers 6'8" | PF Life Center Academy | 2022 State NJ , 6’9 PF Life Center Academy
Shivers is part of a strong Team Final Black team where he will be able to show his all-around skillset. The 6’9 forward runs the floor hard, setting himself up for easy baskets. Shivers has a nice touch around the basket and is quite comfortable with the ball on the perimeter. He is a good shot-blocker and attacks the glass with a purpose. Shivers is a hard-working stretch four prospect who has a chance for a big AAU season.
Justin Soranno Justin Soranno 6'6" | SF Central Regional | 2022 State NJ , 6’6 SF/PF Central Regional
Soranno is a key part of Jersey Force’s offense as he plays an intriguing role for them. The 6’6 forward has a strong frame which he uses to finish shots through contact. Soranno can take his defender off the bounce, but also has the ability to play in the post. His motor does not stop on both ends of the floor and is an underrated passer. Soranno is a combo forward who has the potential to break out onto the scene.
Charles Anyichie Charles Anyichie 6'7" | PF Ranney School | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 PF Ranney
Anyichie plays for a talented Team Rio University team, but he will still be able to make an impact. The 6’7 forward works hard on both ends of the floor as he rarely takes a play off. Anyichie is a big-time athlete as he routinely finishes above the rim, but is developing a low post game. He rips down rebounds and moves his feet well on the defensive end. Anyichie is filled with potential and should be able to put it on display this AAU season.
Other Prospects to Know:
Isaiaha Dickens, 6’7 PF Hun
Dane Moran Dane Moran 6'9" | PF Lawrenceville | 2022 State NJ , 6’8 PF Lawrenceville
Rasheer Fleming Rasheer Fleming 6'7" | PF Camden | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 PF Camden
Savon Myers Savon Myers 6'5" | SF Covenant College Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’4 SF Manchester Township
Jacob Barnett Jacob Barnett 6'7" | SF Olympus Prep | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 SF Olympus Prep