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HIGHLIGHTS: Bishop Boswell vs Evan Smith as Ardrey Kell Defeats South Meck HS in 704 Showdown!
Phenom Hoops headed out on a Tuesday night to check on two of the premier programs making noise in the Charlotte area as South Meck welcomed in Ardrey Kell. Great battle with great talent on the court. Bishop Boswell and Peter Moye led the charge for South Meck but was it enough to overcome Brock Rose and Evan Smith? Check it all out!
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Phenom Game Report: Ardrey Kell vs. South Meck (Boys)
We are back after the holidays, as Phenom Hoops hit the road to check in on the talent around the state. We headed down to South Meck high school Tuesday night, as they were welcoming in Ardrey Kell. Two premier programs in the area dueled it out, as it was a fun battle to watch. Early in the first half, both teams struggled to put the ball in the basket; neither team was able...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Battle at the Mill
Phenom Hoops was on deck for a terrific event at Cox Mill, as they brought you the Battle at the Mill. It brought several teams from around the area all under one building, giving fans a chance to take a look at the talent throughout the state. We bring you our standouts from Saturday's games.
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Weddington vs Ardrey Kell Game Summary
Phenom Hoops travelled to Ardrey Kell to cover one of the premier high school early season matchups. Weddington is coached by Gary Ellington and led them to their first ever NCHSAA 3A state championship last season. Year in, year out, Ardrey Kell is considered one of the top teams in the area and is coached by Mike Craft. Coach Gary Ellington and Coach Mike Craft are outstanding high school...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from #CHC12 (Day 2)
2023 Samyha Suffren (Cannon): Suffren was impressive with her presence on the court. It is easy to see why schools have been targeting her for the class of 2023. She displayed a tremendous skill set, especially in creating for herself and she is a dynamic scorer from many levels and in an array of ways. Handles the ball well, plays at a great pace, and displays a feel and IQ for the game. She...
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Phenom Open Gym Tour: Ardrey Kell
Ardrey Kell had a special season last year, making a deep run in the playoffs before ultimately falling just short in taking home the championship. But now the Knights are back under Coach Craft and though they may look a little different than last season, they are still a very dangerous team. Let
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Player Standouts from Hoop State League (Wk 4: Day 2)
by: Ethan Reece 2022 Evan Smith (Team Purple)Ardrey Kell will have a lot of guys stepping up to make plays this season and their clear leader will be Evan from the PG position. This was my first time watching Evan and I was very impressed. As good a floor general as I
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Phenom Hoops was back in town in Rock Hill for Week 4 action in the Hoop State League. Teams continue to make progress and prepare for the upcoming seasons, as well as players. There were several standouts from the event but these three players really played at a high level in Week 4. 2022 Evan Smith (Team Purple) Smith has been a known name throughout North Carolina for some...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 of Hoop State League (Week 4) (Part 1)
2022 Evan Smith (Team Purple): Really do believe this is just the start of a terrific season for Smith. He is going to have to pick up his offensive scoring and is showing that during the Hoop State League. He plays with such a smooth feel, is patient in his attack, and handles contact extremely well. Continues to be consistent offensively on the floor. 2022 Liam Craven (Combine...
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July Live Period Superlatives: Part Three
Best Defender: 6
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Bendel
Finally, after nearly two years, Phenom Hoops returned to host our first LIVE period event of the travel ball season. Although most college coaches (D2/D3/NAIA/JUCO) have already been allowed to travel for the last calendar year, this is only the second opportunity (aside from the NCHSAA/NCISAA session) for Division I coaches to see prospects in-person. While there were plenty of standouts...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 2 (Day 1, Part 1)
2023 Gabriel Hernandez (Team Hardaway): The 5
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Summer Havoc
6
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: ACE Elite
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. ACE Elite Talk about a fast-rising program heading into...
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NCHSAA LIVE Period Team Previews: Ardrey Kell
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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Navy the first D1 school to offer 2022 Evan Smith
2022 Evan Smith has been a staple in North Carolina, as the guard from Ardrey Kell has been playing at a high level and continues to shine on the big stage. This is why it was an exciting week when he announced that he had received his first D1 offer from Navy. After dominating the competition at the Phenom MDC, Phenom Hoops caught up with Smith to learn more about his thoughts on the offer and...
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Leaving a lasting impression: Phenom MDC (Part 1)
As you may have read, there was talent that could be found all over the court. We just recently released our best-of-the-best players from the event that I personally saw but there are several others that left a lasting impression on me as well. That is why these players captured my eyes as well, really leaving a mark on the event in Rock Hill. Here is Part 1. 2022 Cedric Patterson (Team...
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Dawkins’ Championship Sunday Standouts from Phenom MC
By; DeAjai Dawkins 6
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Phenom MDC (Day 2, Part 1)
2023 Hasanur Friedman (G5 Elite): Friedman is a new name to the scene for us but the guard showed tremendous ability to create for himself off the dribble. He makes incredibly decisive moves, quick reaction, and gets defenders off-balance with his crossover while also finishing around the basket. Strong play from this young man early on Day 2. 2021 Cedric Patterson (Team United): Patterson has...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic
6
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Stay Positive
6
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AAU SPOTLIGHT: Aces Elite Inter-Scrimmage Highlights
Phenom Hoops checked out Aces Elite one afternoon, getting a glimpse of some underrated talent around the Charlotte area including Evan Smith, Toni Akinyelu, and several others. Check out a few highlights from their practice.
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Phenom Open Gym: Aces Elite
Phenom Hoops went out in Charlotte on Thursday night to check in on the Charlotte Aces program, which brings a ton of intriguing talent that you could see at the next level. But let
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Expected Rise in Production: Four Potential Breakout Candidates
Although the travel ball season just recently got underway, there are a lot of interesting subplots swirling around the upcoming high school season. Sure, it
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Ardrey Kell advances to the NCHSAA 4A championship
Ardrey Kell advances to the NCHSAA 4A championship In a game that absolutely lived up its billing. North Mecklenburg and Adre Kell played at a high level for the opportunity to play for the state championship. You have two of the best high school coaches in the state. Both teams are well coached and as expected, the game came down to the final possession. It was one of the best high school...
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Phenom Game Report: Ardrey Kell vs. South Meck (Recap/Standouts)
Phenom Hoops hit the road once again, this time coming to the Charlotte area for a highly-anticipated matchup between Ardrey Kell, who looks to loaded this season and is hoping to have a big season, and South Meck, a rising program under new head coach Gary Hall.
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: James Baker #10: 5
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Phenom Open Run: Ardrey Kell
Phenom Hoops traveled to Fort Mill recently to check in on the Absolute Basketball Fall League, giving fans an early look at players and teams around the Charlotte area. Teams came out and looked to compete, which they did, leaving it all on the court. It also gave us and fans a chance to view players more with their high school teammates, as we break down what we saw at the event.
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POB’s Notes from NC Top 80 (Part 3)
2022 Evan Smith (Ardrey Kell): Smith had a very good camp and really think this is a player that could see an uptick in his recruitment and game this season. He was shifty in the open floor and was showing how he can be assertive on the court. 2022 Noah Ross (Trinity Academy): Ross is going to be a player that coaches will love and really seems to be taking his game to the next...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at #PhenomChallenge (Part III)
2023 Wesley Tubbs (Charlotte Supreme): You can already see that Tubbs has the length that will catch eyes but what really stands out first is his emotion, hustle, and willingness to leave it all out there. Such a competitor. As far as his game goes, he is a 6
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