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2026 Korie Corbett (Ridge View) scores big with first SEC offer

One of the top players in South Carolina is catching more eyes with his play this season, as 2026 6’5 Korie Corbett has been playing at a high level. Ridge View has been making plenty of national news with their play, having a special season to remember. Corbett has been playing at a high level over the last year, helping lead Ridge View, along with developing more about his game. It is...

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Upward Stars Combine: Guards that impressed (Part 1)

The Upward Stars Combine was a sensational event, and we at Phenom Hoops want to certainly thank all the staff there for allowing us to come check out the talent.  Many players from North and South Carolina were on deck, as we got a great refreshing view of players as well as learned about a few new names as well. 2026 Caden Coleman (Hillcrest): Coleman was a name that I was intrigued in...

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Reece

by: Ethan Reece 2025 KJ Younger (Team Hope) There might not be a player at this event more responsible for offensive production that KJ. He has a consistently high scoring output that blends his overwhelming athleticism with deceiving finely tuned skills for a guy of his build and motor. Although he could with still noteworthy results, he doesn

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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Grassroots TOC

By: DeAjai Dawkins 2025 Tre McKinnon (Team Charlotte 16U) Tre McKinnon boasts a level of athleticism that I have, quite literally, only seen in eventual collegiate athletes. McKinnon plays with a very rare blend of athleticism and discipline that allows him to contribute in every contest, despite his scoring output. I was most impressed today with how he challenged shots at the rim, especially...

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Upward Combine: New Names to Learn (Class of 2026)

Broderick Anderson What a weekend of basketball it was for Phenom Hoops. Not only did we continue our weekend coverage and platform with the HoopState League but we also had a great opportunity to head down to South Carolina to check out talent from around the region at the Upward Combine. Players from North and South Carolina were in attendance, as we were able to get a few updated viewings of...

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