Sean Stewart (basketball) explained

Sean Stewart
Number:13
Position:Power forward
Height Ft:6
Height In:9
Weight Lbs:220
League:Big Ten Conference
Team:Ohio State Buckeyes
Birth Date:17 February 2005
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Sean Michael Stewart (born February 17, 2005) is an American college basketball player for the Ohio State Buckeyes of the Big Ten Conference. He previously played for the Duke Blue Devils.

Early life and high school career

Stewart grew up in Windermere, Florida and initially attended Windermere High School.[1] He averaged 20.5 points, 13.6 rebounds, 2.3 steals, and 4.6 blocks per game as a junior. Stewart transferred to Montverde Academy in Montverde, Florida before the start of his senior year.[2] Stewart was selected to play in the 2023 McDonald's All-American Boys Game.[3] He won the game's slam dunk competition.[4]

Recruiting

Stewart was considered a five-star recruit by Rivals, and a four-star recruit by ESPN and 247Sports. On December 23, 2021, he committed to playing college basketball for Duke over offers from Michigan, Georgetown, and Ohio State.[5]

College career

Duke

Stewart enrolled at Duke University in June 2023 and took part in the Blue Devils' summer practices.[6] In October 2023, Stewart set the Duke record for the standing vertical leap (36 inches), a mark previously held by Zion Williamson.[7] In his freshman season, Stewart played limited minutes and averaged 2.6 points and 3.2 rebounds per game as a reserve behind Mark Mitchell and Kyle Filipowski.[8] On April 19, 2024, Stewart entered the transfer portal.[9]

Ohio State

On May 3, 2024, Stewart transferred to Ohio State.[10]

National team career

Stewart played for the United States under-17 basketball team at the 2022 FIBA Under-17 Basketball World Cup.[11]

Personal life

Stewart's father, Michael Stewart, played college basketball at California and played in the National Basketball Association for eight seasons.[12] His grandfather, Mike Stewart, played collegiately at Santa Clara and professionally overseas.[13]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ohio State official visit leaves impression on Sean Stewart, family. The Columbus Dispatch. November 1, 2021. September 21, 2023.
  2. Web site: Duke commit Sean Stewart talks transfer to Montverde Academy. Orlando Sentinel. August 9, 2022. September 21, 2023.
  3. Web site: Sean Stewart and Kwame Evans of Montverde talk about their experience at MCDAAG. Ocala StarBanner. April 3, 2023. September 21, 2023.
  4. Web site: Duke signees highlight McDonald's All-American Games Jam Fest. Houston Chronicle. March 27, 2023. September 21, 2023.
  5. Web site: Duke lands commitment from 4-star F Sean Stewart for 2023 recruiting class. The Athletic. December 23, 2021. September 21, 2023.
  6. Web site: LOOK: Duke's freshman class together at K Academy. Adam. Rowe. 247Sports.com. June 2, 2023. September 21, 2023.
  7. News: Giles . Matt . Bouncy Duke Basketball Rookie Breaks Zion Williamson's Program Record . Blue Devil Country . . May 3, 2024 . September 24, 2023.
  8. Web site: Duke men's basketball 2023-24 player review: Sean Stewart. Dudley. Caleb. April 8, 2024. Duke Chronicle. April 29, 2024.
  9. Web site: Borzello . Jeff . Sean Stewart to become seventh Duke player to enter portal . . May 3, 2024 . April 19, 2024.
  10. News: Jardy . Adam . Duke transfer forward Sean Stewart announces Ohio State commitment . May 3, 2024 . The Columbus Dispatch . May 3, 2024.
  11. Web site: Duke-bound Sean Stewart on USA 17U team. Orlando Sentinel. June 28, 2022. September 21, 2023.
  12. Web site: Four-star forward Sean Stewart commits to Jon Scheyer, Duke basketball’s 2023 class. The News & Observer. December 24, 2021. September 21, 2023.
  13. Web site: Cal offers 2023 forward Sean Stewart, son of Michael "Yogi" Stewart. Peter. Warren. On3.com. September 29, 2021. September 21, 2023.

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