DeAndre Carr-Short: Aiken's Returning Forward Brings an Established Scoring Record
DeAndre Carr-Short remains an important name in Aiken's next basketball chapter. The Class of 2027 forward earned Division II honorable mention All-Ohio recognition after a junior season credited at 15.9 points per game. His current Prep Hoops profile continues to identify Aiken as his school.
The production behind the outlook
An official CMAC box score from January 16 gives one specific example of that production. Carr-Short scored 15 points on 5-for-8 shooting and collected six rebounds in Aiken's 66–48 victory over Woodward. He also made all four of his free throws. The record offers a concrete game to revisit alongside the season award.
What to watch in 2026–27
The coming season has a different context. Cincinnati Enquirer reporting in August said fellow Aiken players Chris Washington Jr. and Kevin Blye had left for South Central Prep in Oklahoma. Their departures make Carr-Short's established varsity experience particularly relevant as Aiken prepares its next group. They do not, by themselves, determine his exact new role.
The senior-season opportunity is to make his returning production dependable across a changing lineup. How he handles extra attention, keeps possessions moving and contributes on the glass will be worth watching. Aiken has an already recognized scorer to build around, and Cincinnati fans have a clear player story to follow.
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Explore the Wolfe Sports 2026–2027 Ohio High School Boys Basketball Preview for a broader view of the teams, conferences and players shaping the season.
Sources and season context
Prior-season statistics and awards refer to the dates stated. School assignments follow the cited roster and transfer reports; final 2026–27 participation is determined by current school rosters. Outlook discussion is analysis. Reviewed October 24, 2026.
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