2009 Power Forward Rankings
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Here’s HighSchoolHoop’s top Power Forwards in the ’09 senior class
Derrick Favors (photo. courtesy Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
1. Derrick Favors: Atlanta (GA) South Atlanta - Undecided
We’re not sure what is in the water in Atl, but Favors is a freakish athlete smiliar to fellow Atlanta native Josh Smith. With the quickness to guard 3s and some 2s Favors is very versatile in regards to defense. He has solid range on his J and a decent handle. His potential is scary.
2. Renardo Sidney: Los Angeles (CA) Fairfax - Undecided
Sidney is a bit of a basketball anamoly. At 6’10 245 lbs he is best when facing the basket and he can handle the rock like a guard. Renardo’s offensive arsenal is far advanced for even a college freshman. The kid can score with ease and even knocks down the 3.
3. Milton Jennings : Summerville (SC) Pinewood Prep - Committed to Clemson
A multi-talented big who can play either forward position as well as the 3 given the right match-up. Jennings is an above average athlete who can knock down the 3 and he can get to the basket.
4. John Henson: Round Rock (TX) Round Rock -Committed to North Carolina
Henson has a tremendous upside due to his long 6’10 frame. Defensively he is still a project but Coach Williams down in Tar Heel country will turn Henson into a shot blocking terror by his soph year.
5. Isaiah Armwood: Baltimore (MD) Montrose Christian - Undecided
Armwood at first glance looks like a small forward due to his 185 pound frame. Some scouts actually think he has the potential to play the 3 in college. He has a solid handle which could help if he ever changes positions.
6. Latavious Williams: Camp Springs (MD) Progressive Christian - Undecided
Williams is a lanky forward with crazy hops. Offensively he could be a bit more polished but that’s nothing that can’t be fixed.
7. Cory Jefferson: Kileen (TX) Kileen - Committed to Baylor
Jefferson is a big who runs the floor very well. His athleticsm gets him by at this level but he’ll need to work on his overall offensive game if he wants to succeed at the next level. It shouldn’t be a problem though.
8. Reeves Nelson: Modesto (CA) Modesto Christian - Committed to UCLA
Reeves is as tough as nails and is relentless on the boards. He plays bigger than 6’7″ and has a knack for scoring on the low block.
9. Dante Taylor: Ft. Washington (MD) National Christian Academy - Undecided
Taylor is an agressive scorer who rebounds with the same tenacity. His defensive needs a little work as well as his movement on the block. Solid prospect.
10. Kenny Hall: Stone Mountain (GA) Redan - Committed to Tennessee
Hall is an all around solid prospect. He is a good defender, and solid scorer. Coach Pearl is getting a stud in the Georgia native.
