Forcucci attended San Marcos High School in California. He held a high school career ERA of 0.99, allowing 0 earned runs as a junior. He chose to join UC San Diego following his high school career.
As a freshman, Forcucci made 13 appearances with 12 starts. He had a 4.19 ERA with 53 strikeouts and 15 walks in 53.2 innings.
In his sophomore season, Forcucci made 14 appearances with 9 starts. He had a 3.86 ERA with 69 strikeouts and 21 walks in 53.2 innings.
This year is his junior season. He is expected to continue his growth and improve his numbers yet again this year.