ESPN 70th-Ranked SF Brings Elite Guard Skills to Cal's 2025 Backcourt
Taylor Barnes, a 6-foot small forward from Grand Prairie, Texas, is a four-star recruit ranked 70th nationally in the 2025 class by ESPN Hoopgurlz, making her a high-impact addition to Cal's loaded backcourt. Her differentiator is her guard-like versatility despite playing forward—she handles, passes, and creates like a guard while bringing the size and finishing ability of an SF. Barnes commits as part of Cal's talented 2025 backcourt class, signaling immediate readiness to contribute. She brings intense competitiveness, a team-first mentality, and the intensity level coaches crave. With no reported injury history and a reputation for high energy, she's a strong fit for teams needing a versatile, athletic forward who can play multiple roles and elevate the pace. If you value guard skills in a forward with elite upside, Barnes is a must-watch.
