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2024 Paul McNeil (Richmond) comes out swinging to start senior season
The season is officially underway for all teams here in North Carolina, as Phenom Hoops got the opportunity to watch one of the premier seniors here in NC with 2024 Paul McNeil who is committed to NC State. Richmond, who is a team that is looking to make yet another run at a title, tipped off their season in a big way at the Hoops & Dreams Showcase, and McNeil didn
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 at Phenom MDC (Part 3)
2026 Chris Gomez (CP3 Select): A young prospect that has intrigue with his game, Gomez has good early size, is a confident scorer, and has a strong feel/understanding of the game. He is a smooth-operating prospect that makes plays off the bounce, a smooth finisher in getting to the basket, and is active all over the court. Gomez is a name that I would jot down and look at more down the road....
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom March Madness (Day 2, Part 2)
2025 Davion Ingram (Richmond Jammers): Ingram is a new name that grabbed our attention. He is a long prospect that was really able to make a strong presence defensively as well as offensively. Ingram was relentless in getting into his defender, moving his feet, and having good instincts in picking his opponents. But he also used his size to get to the rim and finish as well. 2025 Eli Griffin...
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Commitment Alert: 2024 Paul McNeil Jr. commits to NC State on official visit
Each and every time Phenom Hoops 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: Paul McNeilClass: 2024Committed to: NC State What Was Said by Phenom...
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Phenom Game Report: Pinecrest at Richmond
Final: Richmond 82 – Pinecrest 55 Pinecrest: 7 – 10 – 16 – 22 : 55Richmond: 17 – 21 – 28 – 16 : 82 Phenom Hoops was on deck for what looked like an intriguing matchup between Pinecrest and Richmond, getting a chance to watch 2024 Paul McNeil and company in action going up against a scrappy Pinecrest team. McNeil came out strong early in the first...
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Sunday Morning News with Phenom Hoops (1.8.23)
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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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Takeaways from Hoops and Dreams Showcase: Richmond Ready to Dominate
Anyone plugged into the grassroots basketball scene should already be well aware of Paul McNeil
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HIGHLIGHTS: 2024 Paul McNeil Jr. Drops SMOOTH Buckets! Gatorade POY + Ranked Top 25 in the Country!
2024 Paul McNeil has been regarded as one of the top talents in the state and in the country, as the 6'6 prospect from North Carolina continues to show how dynamic he can be as a player. Check out some highlights of his game.
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom MDC
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom MDC (Day 1, Part 2)
2023 Randall Pettus (Charlotte Aces): Pettus has had himself a solid outing on Day 1 at the Phenom MDC. In Game 2 though, was really impressed with his ability to create with the dribble and get to his spots, rising up with confidence and showing his mid-range game. A guard with good athleticism and touch on his shot. 2024 Paul McNeil (Richmond Jammers): Though it was a tough Game 2 for the team...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom G3 Showcase (Day 2, Afternoon)
2025 Sadiq White (Team United): The progression that we have seen over the last year with White has been impressive and has to get you even more excited about the future for this young prospect. He has great size at 6
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A Closer Look: Phenom Hoops
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#1 16U Team In The Country'!' Jarin Stevenson & Paul McNeil Go HEAD TO HEAD
Check out all the highlights between Team United and Garner Road, as they battled at the Battle for North Carolina.
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INTERVIEW: 2024 Paul McNeil Jr. Talks Top 25 Breakout Season for Richmond + Offers & Schools!
Phenom Hoops caught up with 2024 Paul McNeil Jr. this past weekend at the Phenom Opening as he competed with the Richmond Jammers. McNeil showed off a scoring display that led his team to the semi-finals of the Gold Bracket. He caught up with Phenom and talked about this past season along with expectations for AAU season along with the offers that came in this past year.
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Day 1 of Hoop State League (Championship Weekend)
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Hoop State League (Championship Weekend)
2025 Miles Leaks (Panthers): When you watch a freshman prospect like Leaks, you have to look for the flashes in his potential. Leaks showed that on several occasions, showing that he understands the game, plays under control and at a terrific pace, and that he possesses the IQ. He plays his game, gets to his spots to score, and doesn
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Fall Finale/ HoopState League
2024 Paul McNeil (Richmond Jammers): McNeil is already regarded as one of the top prospects not only in the state but in the country and it is easy to see why at his age. We are talking about a 6
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1, Part 3)
2022 Jordan Crawford (DCT Elite): Crawford continues to play at a high level and we think it is only a matter of time until college coaches start coming more his way. His ability to score on multiple levels is impressive, knocking down threes with consistency but also creating off the dribble, penetrating the lanes, and getting to the rim. H really can fill it up quickly and did so on Day 1....
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Coach Rick
The Coach Rick's TOC was off the charts with talent. One thing is for sure is that the future around the region looks to be bright, as there were several young prospects that really captured our eyes and should be household names. Check out a few young players that will be ones you will want to know.
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3)
Paul McNeil 2023 Cam Oates (Garner Road): Now part of the 2023 class, Oates is an intriguing guard to keep tabs on with how he plays and how his game is maturing offensively. He still brings a toughness to the floor and is scrappy on both ends. But Oates is showing that he can really step up and be a consistent offensive threat from all areas. On Day 3, his perimeter game was...
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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)
By: Sean Halloran 2025 Chris Rivens (Team EAT 2025 National) Rivens was impressive today, showing off his natural athleticism once he was in transition. He gave everybody a glimpse of what he is capable of once he develops into his body, and grows as a basketball player. He already has the intangibles to be a great guard at the next level. With a good frame and natural athleticism, his potential...
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Player Standouts at Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 1)
JaKobe Hood By: Heath Gulledge 2024 6
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POB
2024 Paul McNeil (Garner Road): There has been a lot of talk around McNeil and his game but it is easy to see why he is regarded as one of the top players in his class for 2024. He put on an absolute show to start his weekend, using his 6
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POB’s Rising Stars of Tomorrow: Phenom Stay Positive
At the Phenom Stay Positive, it was a great opportunity to view some of the younger prospects in the Class of 2024 and 2025 in the region and there were certainly plenty of standouts. So, we look back at a few names that really impressed us over the weekend and ones that you should start monitoring NOW, as they could be the next rising stars around the area.
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Bendel
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops returned to North Carolina for our first debut at the newly built Rise Indoor Facility in Advance for our Stay Positive Classic. In lieu of everything opening back up, that area is going to see a massive increase in basketball traffic heading into the upcoming LIVE periods. There was an abundance of talented teams and individuals on display between the two-day...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Stay Positive
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HIGHLIGHTS: Pinecrest Keeps Chipping Away & COMES BACK at Richmond HS!
Phenom Hoops went out to the southern part of North Carolina to check in on Richmond Senior HS, as they took on Pinecrest. It was a terrific battle with Richmond taking the early lead and holding it throughout most of the game. Pinecrest though chipped away late and eventually took the lead with seconds remaining to earn a gritty lead. There was a ton of talent on the court, so check out all the...
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Phenom Game Report: Pinecrest vs. Richmond Senior
Phenom Hoops traveled down south in the state of North Carolina on Wednesday night, to check in on the action between Richmond and Pinecrest, two teams having a successful season but at times, don
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