2026 Basketball interview with Malachi Stennett from Cornerstone High School

 


Malachi Stennett

Cornerstone High School | New Albany, OH

Point Guard

2027

5’10 and 145 lb

Jersey Number: 14

Awards won or earned:

2x Player of the Game: FieldLevel LINK:

https://www.fieldlevel.com/app/profile/malachi.stennett/basketballmen?m=4

Other sports played: Track and Field

Please post something from last season that sticks out to you. It can be from a game, practice, or something funny on the bus ride to or from the game. Any moment that sticks out to you.

During AAU we only had 5 players, and one of our players fouled out in a tight morning game, and I scored and made clutch passes to help us secure the win.

How long have you been playing basketball, and who, or what, got you started?

I have been playing basketball since I was around 5, but I took breaks, and I started to commit and take it seriously around 1.5 years ago.

What are your goals for the season?

Lead my team in total steals and steals per game. Be in the top 3 in scoring.

What goals have you set for your team?

Win Division

Winning Season

Undefeated Season

Tournament Champions

How did you end up going to Cornerstone High School?

I originally went to Marietta High School in Marietta, GA, and I ended up moving states during Christmas break. While looking for schools to attend, I came across Cornerstone. I already knew the coaches and a few players that went to Cornerstone because of AAU, and I felt it would be a good fit for me to play alongside a familiar coaching staff and a great team.

What is the toughest aspect of being a student athlete?

The hardest part is the balance. You miss out on things because of games, and you still need to find time to improve on the court and stay on top of school.

Who is the best player that you have faced in a game, along with the team he was on?

Reed Brinager. Southern Local HS. Played him at a showcase, and he just couldn’t miss, hand in his face and all.

What makes you a good teammate?

I bring energy right when I step on the court, and I look to get my teammates going before I look to get myself going.

What is the strongest part of your game?

I would say my finishing

What has been your biggest moment on the court?

When we were down by double digits on the road, I got a few scores and scored the first couple of baskets to get us started, and that helped lead to the comeback.

How would you describe your style of play?

An athletic playmaker who is good at reading the game and getting to the free throw line frequently while also being a good on-ball defender with quick hands and a selfless, unselfish playing style. Has a knack for getting in passing lanes.

What is the toughest part of practice?

The toughest part of practice is pushing through fatigue and staying locked in mentally when your body gets tired.

Where should the state finals be?

The Schottenstein Center

What scares you?

Blobfish

Who is your favorite athlete?

Jayson Tatum

What is your favorite class or subject?

Social Studies/History, I like learning about history and events that happened in the past. Studies/History


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