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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. WS Christian National
The season was coming to an end, as we were looking to crown another champion. Winston Salem Christian and Combine Academy, the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds, met up in a packed house on Saturday for a chance to be crowned champion. Combine Academy came out and delivered the first punch, finding success offensively and defensively. It allowed them to jump out to an early lead but WS Christian...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. Combine Regional
Last game of the night, two very familiar teams squared off for a chance to compete in the semifinals of the Phenom Hoop State Championship. Combine National and Combine Regional matched up in front of a packed house. Combine National was able to get the early edge with their size and shots falling for Trentyn Flowers, but Combine Regional punched right back at the end to be only down 13-11...
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Cooper
By: Cooper Hart Chris Crudup – 2024 – Garner Chris had 26 points and 9 rebounds in the Trojans consolation round win over Broughton. He is a low maintenance scorer that doesn
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Phenom Game Report from The Bash (Day 1): Combine Academy vs. Gray Collegiate
Combine Academy: 8 – 21 – 12 – 13: 54Gray Collegiate: 13 – 10 – 11 – 18: 52 Gray Collegiate came out strong early on with their perimeter shot-making, which helped them earn a 13-8 first-quarter lead. But it was Combine
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Good Guys vs. Cancer
2026 Isaac Ellis (Moravian Prep): The youngest prospect on the court stepped up in a big way for his team, leading the charge with 22 points on Day 2 and showcasing a nice blend of playmaking and scoring ability. Ellis continues to showcase his ability to make plays and create off the dribble, finding his spots, finding small openings for his shot, and his quick release from three. Really liked...
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Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy
Phenom Hoops travelled to Lincolnton to cover Combine Academy
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HIGHLIGHTS: 2023 6’6″ Collin Tanner COMMITS to Richmond University! HS + AAU Highlights
2023 Collin Tanner announced that he would be committing to Richmond, giving the Spiders a terrific future prospect. Check out the highlights of his game and what he can bring to the table.
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Commitment Alert: Richmond gets a big get in 2023 Collin Tanner
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: Collin TannerClass: 2023Committed to: Richmond What Was Said by Phenom...
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Players in New Places: North Carolina (Part 2)
The school year is quickly approaching and that just means that high school basketball isn
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The class of 2023 North Carolina has been a hot topic as of late, with players coming off the board and announcing their commitment while others are narrowing down their list. 2023 Collin Tanner is one of the latest to hit the news, as he announced his Top 7 schools on Monday. Tanner announced that Elon, UNCG, UNCW, Florida Atlantic, Richmond, St. Bonaventure, and Appalachian State all...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Team Camp (Day 2)
2023 Jordan Butler (Christ Church): Butler came in as one of the top players at the event and has shown why all throughout, as he may be the most difficult matchup on the floor. At his 6
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G3 Showcase Team Preview: Team Curry 17U
With the June and July Live Periods on the horizon, there
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2023 Collin Tanner
A fast-rising prospect in the state of North Carolina has been 2023 Collin Tanner and deservingly so, as he stepped up in a big way this past high school season for Wayne Country Day and is helping lead the charge for Team Curry this summer. We recently wrote about Tanner as a player that deserves more attention from college coaches, having this to say: “It should be no surprise to see...
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Five Names Who Should Be Bigger Priorities for Division I Programs
Each year, there are always plenty of prospects who are overlooked by the appropriate-level coaches. Examples are evident from each respective class, but perhaps Ricky Council IV is the best representative in recent memory. Sure, he collected ten total offers during his high school career, but Wichita State was clearly his highest offer. He went there, asserted himself as a major piece, hit the...
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Prospects in the Class of 2023 Worthy of Offers
In order to skip any unnecessary formalities, we are going to assume you
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NCISAA 2A Semifinal Recap: The Burlington School vs Wayne Country Day
In a rematch of last year’s NCISAA 2A State Semifinals, The Burlington School (28-7) would once again host Wayne Country Day (25-7). All season long, these two teams have been at the top of our private school rankings. 6’3 2024 Kobe George The Burlington School knew in order to win this game, they would have to make it very difficult on Wayne Country Day’s Collin Tanner, their...
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Becoming Under-Recruited: Collin Tanner
Back in September (when he already held his current two offers from Campbell and Coastal Carolina), we said that Collin Tanner should be expected to become a priority for college coaches. Nearly three months later, nothing has changed. Tanner is still dominating on a nightly basis while shining as the clear leader for Wayne Country Day. Before looking at anything else, the appeal of a 6-foot-6...
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Player Standouts at Hoops and Dreams Showcase (Day 1)
Presented by LucasMoore Realty, IncCheck out all the standouts from Day 1 of the Hoops & Dreams Showcase in Fayetteville, NC 6
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Taking his Game to Another Level: 2023 Collin Tanner (Wayne Country Day)
The talent that was on the court this past weekend at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic was incredible. Many of which have been earning the attention of college coaches around the country but there was one player that really showcased his talent on the big stage and should see his recruitment take off.
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HIGHLIGHTS: VT commit MJ Collins vs 2023 Collin Tanner Goes Down at Phenom Hoops #CarmelTipOff!
2023 Collin Tanner and 2022/Virginia Tech commit MJ Collins put on two incredible performances at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, as they showed why they are two of the premier prospects in the state. Check out all the highlights from this intense game.
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What You Missed: Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
What a way to start the high school season at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, as the atmosphere was off the charts, the competition was incredible, and fans were treated to some of the premier talent around the region. If you missed you, you missed a good one. Here are JUST A FEW things you might have missed.
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2, Part 1)
2023 Collin Tanner (Wayne Country Day): After a 25-point performance on Day 1, Tanner came back strong once again on Day 2. Not only did he rack up a double-double by halftime, but he continued to show just how effective he can be no matter where he is placed on the court. The 6
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 1)
2022 Cinque Lemon (Liberty Heights): One thing about this Liberty Heights team, on any night they can have someone step up and lead the charge. On Day 1, it was 2022 Cinque Lemon that stepped up for his team. Lemon continued to show what he has shown over and over; the ability to knock down shots from multiple levels with a confident jumper. But what was also impressive was the...
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Carmel Christan Tip-Off Storylines to Watch (Friday, Nov. 12)
Phenom Hoops kicks off the season in a big way with the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, November 12-13, at Carmel Christian in Matthews/Charlotte, NC. We will be bringing some of the best teams around the region all under one building and of course, there are so many storylines to watch out for. Event Information:Event Page:...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Erik Whaley #5: 6
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Opening some eyes: NC Top 80 (Class of 2023)
We recently spoke about guards that are looking to have a big season (Read: Guards looking to have a big high school season: NC Top 80 (Class of 2023) but there were others at the event that really captured a lot of eyes with their play and could see their recruitment take off in a big way. Check out a few more names that impressed at the loaded NC Top 80. 2023 Truman Claytor (Word of...
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North Carolina Top 80 All Star Team Class of 2023
Note: Players had to play in all three games ClassHeightNo.NameHigh SchoolCityState20236'2'17Jaylen CurryJ.L. ChambersCharlotteNC20236'5'43Truman ClaytorWord of GodErwinNC20236'5'37Isaiah WashingtonPine ForestFayettevilleNC20236'6'49Freddie DilioneWord of GodFayettevilleNC20236'0'6Chase DawsonCaryDurhamNC20236'0'8Jordan CooperWayne Country DayGoldsboroNC20236’6″48Dylan PurnellWord of...
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Wayne Country Day Open Gym Tour
Last week, Phenom Hoops travelled to Goldsboro NC to watch Wayne Country Day. The Chargers roster is filled with talent and youth. Coach Faulk and his team will make a ton of noise this year in North Carolina. Even with the loss of Jaden Cooper, this team still has a chance to make a run to the state title game again this year. Players To Watch 6
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Expect Collin Tanner to Become a Priority for College Coaches
Each year, there are various prospects who seem to enjoy a noticeable boost in recruitment immediately upon reclassifying and/or transferring. Guys like Jakwon Moore and Brandon White are probably the two best examples of this notion after seeing a massive uptick in offers over the summer. However, it seems like Collin Tanner is on the cusp of a major blow-up amongst Division I coaches. Between...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Rise Showcase (Day 1, Part 2)
2026 Jeremiah Wiggins (Elite1): Another young prospect but one that has a mature game to go along with his early size that will certainly catch some attention. A 6
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