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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine Academy vs. Word of God
Game 2 on the day brought two powerhouses in Combine Academy and Word of God went at it in what was a HEATED showdown. Both teams came out with energy and looking to make shots; Word of God was led once again early on by
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“Quote-ables” from Day 2 at The John Wall
By: Evan Rogers The second day of action at the John Wall Holiday Invitational featured a number of memorable performances. Here
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at John Wall Invitational (Part 2)
2023 Mayar Wol (Word of God): It was good to see our guy back on the court and he shined once again on the big stage. When you walk about Wol’s game, he is such a tough matchup in how he can operate, his ability to stretch the court, and how he uses his length. Wol is smooth from the perimeter but also did a great job in attacking in transition and finishing with power at the rim. There is...
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Hoops & Dreams Top Performances
Here is a list of the top performers from the Hoops & Dream Showcase presented by Lucas Moore Realty. Please note these top performers are in alphabetical order by school. Fayetteville Academy6’5 2024 Xavier Johnson: 31 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists & 2 steals on Friday. 19 points, 1 rebound & 1 assist on Saturday. 6’4 2026 Jossiah Johnson: 22 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: HoopState League (Week 3, East)
2026 Cole Cloer (Durham Hurricanes): Cloer has been a favorite of mine since the summer and he was off the charts today with what he showed. Early on, you must like his size and his feel for the game, as he was making spectacular decisions and passes to set up his teammates, created well and found ways to score around defenders, displayed good athleticism and body control, as well as being...
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Word of God adds another big addition: 2023 Mayar Wol
It has been a fun offseason here in North Carolina, with news continuing to come each and every day. One of the most recent breaking news that should have the attention of fans around the country is Word of God
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College of Charleston making its presence felt around the region and in North Carolina
The months of June and July are big opportunities for not only players but for college programs to make their presence felt with prospects around the country. One program that we certainly will have our eyes on a little more is the College of Charleston, as they have made their presence very well known, especially with how they have been recruiting the state of North Carolina. Looking over...
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Commitment Alert: College of Charleston gets their guy in 2023 Mayar Wol
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: Mayar WolClass: 2023Committed to: College of Charleston What Was Said by...
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Biggest Stock Risers in North Carolina: Class of 2023
The class of 2023 in North Carolina has been fun to watch, as several players have seen their stock rise tremendously from the end of the high school season until now. Many players have been playing extremely well this summer but these four players have really seen their recruitment continue to take off; some of the hottest targets for many college coachse. Freddie Dilione –...
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Team Loaded Trio Beginning to Blow Up
The travel ball season can be a long, winding road full of obstacles with no real light at the end of the tunnel. Players expect to collect offers while college coaches want to be impressed. Lately, scholarships are going out at an all-time low and coaches are seemingly more occupied with the transfer portal than ever before. That being said, these high school prospects aren
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POB
2022 Jayden Epps (Combine Academy): What else can be said than JAYDEN EPPS; the senior showed up one last time on the year for Combine Academy, hitting the game-winner in the championship game and fully taking over in the fourth quarter. Scoring all the team
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Hoop State Championship (Round 2): Combine Academy vs. Moravian Prep
In our second matchup of the night in the Hoop State Championship, we brought two teams that are quite familiar with each other over the years and it was certainly going to be a heated showdown. Moravian Prep and Combine Academy went at it instantly, as both teams were trading baskets early before Combine started to make their mark early with their size of Patrick Wessler and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Hoop State Championship
2022 Elijah Jamison (Liberty Heights): Jamison, who is still one of the top unsigned seniors in the state of North Carolina, really showcased his ability to lead the charge for his team. He played at a great pace, got out in transition, knocked down shots from multiple levels, and really controlled the game as a point guard should. He finished the game with 16 points, hitting a few threes,...
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2022 Patrick Clevenger (James River): Clevenger put on a show to start the day, as he scored all over the court and did it consistently. Clevenger was a vocal leader on the court and moved extremely well without the ball to create opportunities; he plays with a relentless motor. He showed great touch on his shot, scored in a variety of ways and from multiple levels, he ran the floor well for...
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Wednesday Standouts from The John Wall, Part 2
Game 5The Burlington School vs. Archbishop Spalding In their second round matchup of the Devonte Graham Bracket, defending NCISAA 2A State Champions The Burlington School (TBS) took on Maryland
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 4 at Phenom Holiday Classic (Part 2)
2023 Josh Bullock (Lake Norman Christian): Bullock may have had the performance of the day on Day 4, as he went off for 31 points in the in today. His stock seems to be rising, as he has really elevated his play as a point guard. His poise, his strength, his mentality on the floor… all make him very intriguing and when you add his offensive scoring output that he showed, Bullock is really...
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Is Moravian Prep the Top Team in North Carolina'
The last few years at Moravian Prep have been very interesting. Two years ago, they won the Hoopstate Championship and advanced their core grouping (Josh Hall, Shakeel Moore, Javarzia Belton, Jamahri Harvey, etc.) to the next level. Shortly thereafter, Coach Antonio Lowe departed for his own program
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3
Team 3 Coach: Joseph Adams #3: 5
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Player Standouts at Phenom Halloween Havoc
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Halloween Havoc (Day 1, Part 1)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6
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Turning up the heat: 2023 6
Player: Mayar WolClass: 2023School: Moravian PrepHeight: 6
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Open Gym Tour: Moravian Prep
Phenom Hoops travelled to Granite Falls, North Carolina to watch Moravian Prep
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Trending Upward: Five Obvious Targets for College Coaches
With the travel ball season in full swing, it
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Game Report: Fuquay Varina vs. Millbrook
The second round of the 4A NCHSAA tournament featured two teams from the Raleigh area going at it for a chance to make it to the elite eight. Millbrook, a perennial powerhouse was playing in their 14th straight second-round tournament game, and Fuquay Varina was in the tournament for the first time since 1996.
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Apex Friendship vs Fuquay-Varina
On Friday night, undefeated South Wake Athletic Conference opponents faced off. Apex Friendship (3-0) travelled to Fuquay-Varina (3-0) for a matchup between the two top teams in the conference. In the first quarter, we saw a hot start from Apex Friendship as they jumped out to a quick 12-3 in the first 2:34 of the ball game. Apex Friendship did a tremendous job of executing in the half court...
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Phenom Game Report: Heritage vs. Fuquay-Varina
Fuquay Varina gets a big win over Heritage. This game was filled with lots of talent all over the court. It was a hard-fought game between two really good teams.
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Phenom Game Report: Fuquay-Varina vs. Holly Springs
A very intriguing game to start the season for both programs, it was the outside shooting early on for Holly Springs that got them out to the early lead to start the game but Fuquay-Varina attacked the lane and got to the line, helping them secure a 21-19 lead after one. Fuquay-Varina continued to play strong and hold their lead throughout the second quarter, expanding their lead to 42-33 at...
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Special K
Chase Lowe 6
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2022 6
A name that some may have not heard yet, 2022 6
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