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Trusting Your Eyes: Five Players Who Outperformed Their High School Recruitment

Every year, we see the recruiting landscape determine which prospects are “supposed” to be coveted. Without fail, there are seemingly always guys who slip through the cracks and earn the label of “under-recruited.” While some people might look at the examples below and push back that “any offer is a privilege,” so let’s avoid any potential misunderstanding. First, let’s all collectively agree...

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Commitment Alert: 2022 Josh Scovens heading to Army

Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day.  It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Josh ScovensClass: 2022Committed to: Army What the Player Said: Q: What made...

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Top Unsigned Public-School Seniors in North Carolina

Given the shift into the new calendar year, this period always serves as a meaningful time for prospects and college coaches alike. On one hand, these high school seniors have already gotten somewhat of a feel for how their recruitment is going to unfold during the second half of the season. Most kids are still in the process of fielding offers and accumulating opportunities while college...

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Weight lifted off shoulders: 2022 Josh Scovens earns first D1 offer

2022 Josh Scovens has been one of the more under-the-radar prospects in North Carolina but one that has been incredibly productive, no matter if has been during the travel ball season or high school season.  He has proven to be an effective prospect in several areas and he showed that once again at the NC Top 80.  Scovens has been able to catch the eyes of a few programs, earning...

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North Carolina Top 80 All Star Team Class of 2022

Note: Players had to play in all three games ClassHeightNo.NameHigh SchoolCityState20226'7'62Noah RossTrinity Academy Of RaleighApexNC20226'6'54Raphael GayWinston-Salem ChristianWinston-SalemNC20226'2'21Xavier McKelvyUnited FaithCharlotteNC20226'5'39Josh ScovensPageGreensboroNC20226'6'45DJ NixCannonHarrisburgNC

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Poised to Breakout: Five Players Slated for an Uptick in Production

One of the most exciting parts about watching notable players graduate is getting to see how their teammates respond to said departure. Naturally, the show must go on, but there are usually structural kinks to work out within the bigger scheme of things. This article concept has appeared twice before, and largely represented guys who were somewhat under the radar. Now, after the entire summer...

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Summer Havoc Team Previews: NC Gaters Black

After a lot of stressors throughout the last twelve to fourteen months, the grassroots basketball landscape has finally returned to normalcy. The shoe-circuits and high school LIVE periods were restored for the betterment of these young prospects who are simply fighting for an equal opportunity to advance to the collegiate ranks. Although this presents Division I programs with the chance to...

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Underrated Senior Prospects Worthy of Attention from College Coaches

This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled out to cover the NCHSAA LIVE Periods at the Rise Indoor Facility in Advance, North Carolina. There were a ton of notable prospects on display, and coaches watched accordingly. Although D2, D3, JUCO, and NAIA coaches have already been in the gym for quite a while, this was the first opportunity for Division I programs to lay groundwork following an...

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Due for a Jump: Five Prospects in North Carolina

Each year in North Carolina, rankings are in constant fluctuation due to the number of prospects that either drastically improve, find a new setting, or maximize an unforeseen opportunity. Sometimes, none of these apply to the actual circumstances. Regardless, this article series will take a look at some of the worthiest prospects due for a likely jump in our rankings. Although various prospects...

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More Than Deserving: 6

Each year, the high school basketball scene doubles as somewhat of a revolving door for incoming and outgoing prospects. Whether staying put, transferring to other programs, or advancing their game to the collegiate level, the overall movement within the landscape actively allows for guys to maximize changes by establishing themselves in an entirely different light. That being said, Josh Scovens...

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Worthy of Offers: Underappreciated Targets for College Coaches (Part Two)

The trickle-down effect of Covid has largely dismantled the already-shaky structure that is college basketball. Interestingly enough, most of these kids in the Class of 2022 have yet to realize that many players will either go to a lower level than expected or be forced to fight for opportunities with players from the Class of 2021. While it

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Open Gym Report: Team BOND 17U

On Sunday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the heart of Winston-Salem, North Carolina to preview some quality talent within one of the top up-and-coming programs in Team BOND. There was an abundance of appeal and intrigue inside the gym, featuring an interesting variety of prospects from 17U and 16U squads. Although we were able to watch both teams, this article will take a closer look at their 17U...

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Game Report: Northwest Guilford vs. Greensboro Page

Phenom Hoops traveled to Greensboro to watch Page High School take on Northwest Guilford. It is never easy playing a team twice, let alone in back-to-back nights. This game was full of intensity and energy from the start. Page High School threw the first punch jumping out to a 7-0 lead to start the game. Even though Page ended up winning by 18 points the game was a lot closer than the score...

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Phenom Game Report: Dudley at Page

Josh Scovens Out around the Greensboro area, Page and Dudley matched up again for the second time in six days.  The first game came right down to the wire, with Page securing the 50-49 victory on the road.  Now, they looked to duke it out once again and this one was much like the first matchup, coming down to the final seconds. Both teams were trading baskets in the first quarter, with...

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