Having Bazell on the Atholton track team, the school went on to capture the 2A and 3A state championships in indoor track, with Bazell contributing a second place in the 3,200 meters race. Wrapping up his freshman year, he played as a member of the Raiders' 1,600 relay group that placed second at the 2A outdoor state championships. In addition, Bazell finished third in the 3,200-meter race.