The Flyght Academy

COACHES ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 4

The experience on the sidelines continues to grow. We’re excited to welcome two more accomplished coaches to the Champions Edge Elite Showcase!

COACH CARL BLANTON SR.
Trotwood-Madison High School
Carl Blanton Sr.

• 2× State Championship Coach — 2019 Assistant Coach & 2026 Head Coach
• 2025 & 2026 District 15 Division III Coach of the Year
• 47–7 record in two seasons as a Head Varsity Coach

COACH JAMAL FOSTER

• 1× Southwest Region Coach of the Year
• 3× District 9 Coach of the Year
• 3× MVL Coach of the Year
• 15U, 16U & 17U EYBL Boys & Girls Coach — SFG & SCA
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Championship experience. Proven leadership. Elite-level development.

We’re proud to have Coach Blanton and Coach Foster joining the coaching staff for the Champions Edge Elite Showcase.

September 12–13 | U1 Flyght Dome

PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 10

The talent keeps coming. We’re excited to welcome another group of athletes selected to compete at the Champions Edge Elite Showcase!

JONATHAN WASHINGTON
6’0”
Trotwood-Madison High School | Class of 2029
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ELI BURNEKA
6’2” | Shooting Guard
Carroll High School | Class of 2028
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DAISHAWN LAVELLE RILEY JR.
5’8” | Point Guard / Small Forward
Dunbar High School | Class of 2028

KARDION COLBERT
5’11” | Guard
Portage Central High School | Class of 2028

KEON PEAKE
6’4” | Guard
Loy Norrix High School | Class of 2028


AMIR CAMERON
6’0” | Shooting Guard / Point Guard
Dayton Early College Academy | Class of 2030
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KEELAN LEE
5’9” | Point Guard
Archbishop Alter High School | Class of 2029
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Another loaded group is officially SHOWCASE BOUND.

The Champions Edge Elite Showcase brings together high-level talent for a weekend built around development, competition, Basketball IQ, recruiting education, and exposure.

September 12–13 | U1 Flyght Dome

INTRODUCING FLYGHT JUNIOR ACADEMY

Boys & Girls | Kindergarten–2nd Grade
Big athletes start with strong foundations.

Flyght Junior Academy is a NEW year-round developmental program created to give young athletes the opportunity to move, learn, compete and discover what they love — all in one consistent environment.

Throughout the year, athletes will be introduced to multiple sports while building the skills that matter in every game:
• Explore multiple sports before specializing
• Build fundamental athletic and movement skills
• Develop confidence and learn how to compete
• Learn teamwork, communication and sportsmanship
• Build healthy habits on and off the court or field
• Have one consistent developmental home throughout the year

No prior sports experience is required.
REGISTRATION + ENROLLMENT ARE NOW OPEN!
Families can choose the option that works best for them:
YEAR-ROUND ACADEMY ENROLLMENT
Secure your athlete’s spot for the full year of Flyght Junior Academy programming.
OR
SESSION-BY-SESSION ENROLLMENT

Choose and register for individual sessions throughout the year based on your athlete’s interests and your family’s schedule.

Whether this is their first experience with organized sports or they're already showing a love for the game, Flyght Junior Academy is where their athletic journey can begin.

BUILD THE FOUNDATION. FIND THEIR FLYGHT.
Enrollment is open now: https://www.theflyghtacademy.com/jr-academy

COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT | CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE

We’re thrilled to welcome Vicken Eskidjian Vicken “Coach Ve” Eskidjian to the Champions Edge Elite coaching staff and workshop panel!

Coach Ve brings 30+ years of experience as a FIBA player and international coach and is a FIBA & USA GOLD Certified Coach.

Recognized for his strong leadership, elite player development, and strategic expertise, Coach Ve’s experience spans every level of the game—from youth and national teams to professional athletes, including NBA and WNBA players.

His career includes proven success with national teams, high-performance training programs, and top-tier coaching roles around the world.

30+ YEARS. FIBA & USA GOLD CERTIFIED. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE. ELITE DEVELOPMENT.

We’re excited to have Coach Ve bring his knowledge, experience, and global perspective to Champions Edge Elite.

WELCOME TO CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE, COACH VE!

PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 9 — MIDDLE SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT. The future is BRIGHT.

Round 9 is all about some of the young talent stepping onto the court at the Champions Edge Elite Showcase!

TERRY HOLT III — 5’9” Guard from Bellbrook Middle School | Class of 2031


KAEDEN JONES — 5’11” Combo Guard from Trotwood-Madison Middle School | Class of 2031


ELLA RAMSEY — 5’9” Combo Guard out of Coy Middle School (Beavercreek) | Class of 2031
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AJ DAVENPORT - 5’5” Point Guard out of Holy Angels | Class of 2031
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AUDREY TUCKER- 5’7” Point Forward out of Northmont | Class of 2032

These young athletes are getting the opportunity to compete, develop, and learn alongside some of the Midwest’s top talent — and we’re excited to see them take the court!

SEPTEMBER 12–13 | U1 FLYGHT DOME
CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE SHOWCASE

PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 8
The talent keeps coming for the Champions Edge Elite Showcase!

CAITLYN JEFFERSON
5’10” Guard | Bethel High School | Class of 2028

MAKAY’LA COOPER
5’4” Point Guard | Springboro High School | Class of 2029

ZOE WRIGHT
5’9” Power Forward | Chaminade Julienne High School | Class of 2029

DE’NIYAH COOPER
5’11” Power Forward/Center | Kalamazoo High School | Class of 2029

JORDYNN FOWLKES
5’3” Point Guard/Shooting Guard | Loy Norris High School | Class of 2029

ELYNN REILLY
5’8” Guard/Small Forward | St. Peter High School | Class of 2028

Round 8 is locked in. Another talented group ready to compete, develop, and showcase their game September 12–13 at the U1 Flyght Dome.
CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE SHOWCASE

Proud to welcome DICK’S Sporting Goods as an Official Sponsor of The Flyght Academy!

Their continued commitment to supporting and growing youth sports aligns perfectly with our mission to create more opportunities for young athletes to compete, develop, and thrive.

Thank you, DICK'S Sporting Goods , for investing in the next generation.

WE ARE FLYGHT.

PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 7

We told you we were flooding your feeds tonight! Another loaded group of athletes is officially joining us for the Champions Edge Elite Showcase!

KENDALL GREEN — 5’10” Shooting Guard from Alter High School | Class of 2028

JAMARI BENSON — 6’0” Guard out of Belmont High School | Class of 2029
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JAY’MAL WHITFIELD — 6’1” Point Guard out of Dunbar High School | Class of 2028
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CHAMPION COOK — 5’10” Combo Guard from Dunbar High School | Class of 2030
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MASON TURNER — 6’5” Small Forward from Chaminade Julienne | Class of 2028
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DAVION GRIFFIN — 6’0” Shooting Guard/Small Forward from Meadowdale High School | Class of 2028
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BRIAN MCCOMB — 6’2” Guard out of Belmont High School | Class of 2028
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The roster keeps getting deeper. Different schools. Different classes. Different skill sets. One court. One weekend. One opportunity to COMPETE.

And we’re STILL not done. Keep those eyes on our feed — more player announcements are coming tonight!
SEPTEMBER 12–13 | U1 FLYGHT DOME
CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE SHOWCASE

PLAYER ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND 6
The talent keeps rolling in for the Champions Edge Elite Showcase! Round 6 brings another group of athletes ready to compete, learn, and take their game to the next level.

ANTHONY CAUDILL — 6’4” Shooting Guard/Small Forward out of Xenia High School | Class of 2028
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MICHAEL RAMSEY — 6’8” Center out of Springfield High School | Class of 2029


AMAIYA QUARTMAN — 5’9” Point Forward out of Wayne High School | Class of 2028
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SAMMI CRAFT — 5’5” Combo Guard out of Stebbins High School | Class of 2030
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DANIEL GIBSON — 5’10” Combo Guard out of Meadowdale High School | Class of 2028

ASKIA HOLLOWAY JR. — 5’8” Point Guard out of Wayne High School | Class of 2030
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Round 6 is locked in, and we’re still not done. Keep your eyes on our socials as more player commitments, coaches, sponsors, and Champions Edge announcements continue to drop!
SEPTEMBER 12–13 | U1 FLYGHT DOME
CHAMPIONS EDGE ELITE SHOWCASE

COACHES ANNOUNCEMENT: ROUND THREE
The Champions Edge Elite Showcase coaching lineup continues to grow with three more coaches bringing championship experience, player development, and next-level knowledge to our courts.

DANAEA “COACH NAE” BENTON
• JUCO All-American
• Central State Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame
• Professional Player — Guaynabo Conquistadores
• Lead Trainer — Naetivate Training
• Proven player development at the collegiate and professional levels

COACH TONY DIXON
• 2017 USBA National Champion — 8th Grade Division
• 2018 EYBL Session 4 Silver Bracket Runner-Up — Hampton
• 2023 District Champion — Dunbar
• 6× Dayton City League Champion
• 3× Coach of the Year
• Coached multiple NCAA Division I, Division II, NAIA & JUCO athletes
• Former player currently serving as a Graduate Assistant at Coastal Carolina

COACH NICOSIA HENRY
• Miami Valley School Varsity Girls Head Coach
• AAU Assistant Coach — Hoskin Legends
• High School Player Evaluator — Ballin AI
• Specializes in player development, basketball IQ, film analysis and defensive strategy
• Focused on preparing athletes for success at the next level
Three coaches. Three different perspectives. One shared commitment to developing athletes and growing the game.

Champions Edge Elite Showcase | September 12–13 | U1 Flyght Dome

And we’re still not done. More coaches, players, sponsors and showcase announcements are coming.