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Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts

Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
Michael Roth
Michael Roth August 18, 2025 @ 11:23 AM
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Paxton George
Paxton George 6'1" | SG/SF | 2029
OH
Leo Sheffied
Leo Sheffied 5'10" | SG | 2029
OH
Cooper Sheffield
Cooper Sheffield 5'9" | SG/CG | 2029
OH
Garrett Brendel
Garrett Brendel 6'1" | CG/SF | 2029
OH
Cezar Casanova
Cezar Casanova 5'7" | PG | 2029
MI
Jayvontae Swift
Jayvontae Swift 5'9" | PG | 2029
OH
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Ohio Freshman showcase brought out some of the top 2029 prospects in the state for a great way to see some incoming freshman before they start their freshman season of high school.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2934823"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c088261f0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sheffield had a quick first step on the ball and used a variety of finishes at the rim to score. Shot contests didn't bother Sheffield when he went up thanks to his ability to hang in the air and acrobatically finish at the rim. Sheffield also showed the ability to knock down floaters when he got downhill but wasn't going all the way to the rim. Impressive finisher for his size at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2898467"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c0882624c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Centerville had multiple standouts at the showcase and Brendel was getting busy off the dribble creating his own shots. Not rushed on the ball, Brendel had impressive poise for an incoming freshman, attacking as a wing guard off the ball. Brendel finished off euro steps, jump stops and one-foot finishes in the paint, going to whatever move was most comfortable on each individual drive. Brendel also knocked down a couple 3-pointers as well. Wing guard to know in the greater Dayton area, Brendel is at a powerhouse high school program that always has college talent on the roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2947268"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c08826298"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">George scored well around the rim, using his frame to shield defenders to score. George made a contested catch on a cut that allowed him to gather himself under the rim and easily score early in the 5 on 5 session. His size also allowed him to secure rebounds on both ends and George showed nice footwork in the paint by using pivots and pump fakes to get himself open.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2506364"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c088262e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top point guards in Ohio's 2029 class, Swift is a problem with the ball in his hands. With a strong frame and the ability to play through contact, Swift does an excellent job bumping into the defense first and setting the tone on drives that he's the aggressor. Nobody could stop Swift from getting into the paint and the lefty did a nice job of scoring efficiently once he got to the rim. As the day went on I also saw more perimeter shooting from Swift, getting to his spots and rising up for mid-range buckets. Expect to hear a lot about Swift over the next few seasons up in the Cleveland area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2520859"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c0882632a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the few out of state attendees at the camp, Casanova came from just across state lines in Michigan to showcase his talents against Ohio's top prospects. Casanova had multiple and-1 layups, finishing through contact at the rim. Liking the baseline as an area to attack, Casanova could spot-up in the corner and look to either shoot or attack off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2936570"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-68a2c08826370"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top shooters at the showcase, Sheffield was knocking down 3-pointers in the corner off BLOB actions, on the wing and from above the break. The ability to knock down 3-point shots is such a valuable skill at the high school level because it makes it easy to play next to ball dominant older players because you can space the floor and score off their drive and kick ability. Sheffield showcased his perimeter shooting on Saturday and has a skill that eventually should allow him to contribute at the varsity level for a strong Dublin Coffman program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The Ohio Freshman showcase brought out some of the top 2029 prospects in the state for a great way to see some incoming freshman before they start their freshman season of high school.

Cooper Sheffield

Cooper Sheffield

HEIGHT 5'9"
POS SG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Cooper
Sheffield SG/CG
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
HS
Dublin Coffman
|
OH
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
Sheffield had a quick first step on the ball and used a variety of finishes at the rim...
Written by Michael Roth
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Cooper Sheffield

State: Ohio
School: Dublin Coffman
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Garrett Brendel

Garrett Brendel

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2029
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Garrett
Brendel CG/SF
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Centerville
|
OH
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
Centerville had multiple standouts at the showcase and Brendel was getting busy off the dribble creating his own...
Written by Michael Roth
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Garrett Brendel

State: Ohio
School: Centerville
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Paxton George

Paxton George

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG/SF
CLASS 2029
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Paxton
George SG/SF
Class
2029
Height
6'1"
HS
Miami Valley School
|
OH
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
George scored well around the rim, using his frame to shield defenders to score. George made a contested...
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Paxton George

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State: Ohio
School: Miami Valley School
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Jayvontae Swift

Jayvontae Swift

HEIGHT 5'9"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Jayvontae
Swift PG
Class
2029
Height
5'9"
HS
Garfield Heights
|
OH
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
One of the top point guards in Ohio’s 2029 class, Swift is a problem with the ball in...
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School: Garfield Heights
Club: Wildcat Select 3SSB
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Cezar Casanova

Cezar Casanova

HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG
CLASS 2029
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Cezar
Casanova PG
Class
2029
Height
5'7"
HS
Blissfield
|
MI
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
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Cezar Casanova

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State: Michigan
School: Blissfield
Club: Clutch Elite
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Leo Sheffied

Leo Sheffied

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2029
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Sheffied SG
Class
2029
Height
5'10"
HS
Dublin Coffman
|
OH
Ohio Freshman Showcase: Team 6 Standouts
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