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<p>The PrepHoops Oregon Freshman Showcase took place on Sunday morning, and many of the state's top incoming high school players were at the Beaverton Hoop YMCA for some high-level competition. This week, we take a look at our scouting notes for each roster and break down this huge crop of talent, player by player. Here's a look at Team Two:</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2881554' first='Tre' last='Bradwell'] (2029 Centennial) - Bradwell didn't get many offensive touches in the game we watched, but he made sure his presence was felt with his size. He battled on the glass and created second-chance opportunities for his teammates. Major credit to Tre for not backing down and stepping up with a strong showing.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2891786' first='Abdulgafar' last='Polovina'] (2029 Centennial) – A confident shooter, Polovina attacked the basket aggressively and finished through contact. His high motor and competitiven ess stood out, along with his blazing speed in transition. He consistently beat defenders down the floor to create fast-break opportunities.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2888697' first='Jordan' last='Smith'] (2029 Reynolds) – Ranked #1 in Oregon's Class of 2029, Smith lived up to the hype. He can score at all three levels, is a good athlete, and plays unselfishly. Paired with Ainsworth, he formed one of the showcase's top duos, showing excellent awareness cutting to open lanes and finishing strong at the rim.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2947799' first='Cooper' last='Codling'] (2029 Sherwood) – Codling impressed with his rebounding and ability to extend possessions. A developing big man with soft touch around the basket, he runs the floor well and thrives as a rim runner. He also showed confidence initiating the break and displayed good vision setting up teammates.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2916645' first='Max' last='Ainsworth'] (2029 Marshfield) – At 6'2, Ainsworth was one of the top guards at the Freshman Showcase. He stood out with his ability to facilitate in transition, making high-level plays on both ends. Whether diving for loose balls or delivering sharp assists, he consistently elevated his team's energy and execution.</p>
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<p>Chumech Ifenuk (2029 Fort Vancouver, WA) – Though he didn't get many offensive opportunities in the game we saw, Ifenuk's effort was undeniable. He worked hard on both ends, gave maximum effort, and contributed as a reliable team player.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2949841' first='Yandel' last='Rodriguez'] (2029 North Marion) – Rodriguez played with poise, attacking the rim fearlessly and embracing contact. The 5-foot-3 guard also impressed with his willingness to make the extra pass and lock in defensively, showcasing a well-rounded, team-first game.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2949762' first='Jordan' last='Casas'] (2029 South Salem) – While we saw limited action from Casas, he displayed strong floor-general qualities. Comfortable handling the ball and confident shooting from the perimeter, he showed flashes of leadership and composure.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2926662' first='Jake' last='Sullivan'] (2029 Horizon Christian) - Don't let Jake's size fool you—he impressed with his quickness and confident ball-handling. He consistently found ways to get by defenders and create opportunities for his teammates. At just 5'5, Jake stood out as one of the most effective smaller guards we watched.</p>
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The PrepHoops Oregon Freshman Showcase took place on Sunday morning, and many of the state's top incoming high school players were at the Beaverton Hoop YMCA for some high-level competition. This week, we take a look at our scouting notes for each roster and break down this huge crop of talent, player by player. Here's a look at Team Two:
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