Shawn McConnell
Shawn McConnell
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Daniel Siehndel | Prep Hoops Scout
McConnell finished last season on a high note for Gardner-Edgerton, putting together a strong second half. He’s best known for his acrobatic finishing ability — consistently creating opportunities inside by navigating help defenders and using a variety of angles and touch off the glass. Last winter, he also made noticeable strides as a shooter, showing a smooth release and knocking down shots from beyond the arc with growing confidence. Heading into this winter, McConnell is expected to be a go-to scorer and lead facilitator, key to helping Gardner-Edgerton stay competitive against a tough slate in Kansas.
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Read EvaluationTodd Fertig | Prep Hoops Scout
A really fun player to watch in the high post and midrange, McConnell is good at creating space to get off his jumper. He showed ability to handle the ball and pass, which will make him a versatile option for any team. He is a powerful and relentless rebounder at both ends.
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Read EvaluationTodd Fertig | Prep Hoops Scout
McConnell played bigger than 6-foot-1. He was a really solid paint player all weekend, particularly impressing in the high post. He handles the ball and passes it well, getting the ball to cutters and outside shooters. He hit a lot of midrange jumpers, using a slight backward lean and high release to get shots off. McConnell grabbed a lot of rebounds and frequently tipped the ball to keep it alive when he couldn’t corral it. He’s strong, fundamentally sound and has nice ball skills.
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