While his younger brother Keonte receives a majority of the attention on Dayton Northridge, their success this season wouldn’t be possible without senior Deonte Smith Deonte Smith 6'1" | SG Northridge-Dayton | 2026 State OH ‘s leadership, toughness and defense. Smith averages 2.6 steals per game, which is tied for third in the TRC. Smith is a strong guard who wants to use his physicality to overpower smaller defenders in the paint. Smith’s 27-point performance in a season opening win over Cincinnati Elder gave people an instant look at the potential the Polar Bears had this season and with a 15-1 record right now, they have generated a lot of buzz this season.

While his younger brother Keonte receives a majority of the attention on Dayton Northridge, their success this season wouldn’t be possible without senior Deonte Smith Deonte Smith 6'1" | SG Northridge-Dayton | 2026 State OH ‘s leadership, toughness and defense. Smith averages 2.6 steals per game, which is tied for third in the TRC. Smith is a strong guard who wants to use his physicality to overpower smaller defenders in the paint. Smith’s 27-point performance in a season opening win over Cincinnati Elder gave people an instant look at the potential the Polar Bears had this season and with a 15-1 record right now, they have generated a lot of buzz this season.