CAROLINA SHOWCASE MIDDLE SCHOOL EVENT RECAPS

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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The Future of Trinity Christian

While it probably goes without saying, Coach Heath Vandevender has seen an abundance of talent come through the doors during his time at Trinity Christian. From the likes of Dennis Smith to Josh Nickelberry, Joey Baker, Greg Gantt, and countless others, there has been no shortage of accomplishments for the Crusaders. Even recently, he's won a lot of games behind the leadership of Freddie...

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Phenom Eastern North Carolina Junior Camp Evaluations: Team 4

Team 4 Coach: Kelvin Mills   #4: 4'9 '24 Alexander Brodie (Wendell) Starting things off, we look at a player that contributed nicely within the team concept throughout camp, Alexander Brodie. He's a smart, wiry guard prospect with a fairly well-rounded offensive skillset. Brodie showed the ability to handle and pass the ball while attacking the basket whenever possible. Next in his...

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Coach Rick’s Camp MVP By Class: ENC Junior Phenom

Phenom Hoop Report travelled to Raleigh, North Carolina to host the inaugural ENC (Eastern North Carolina Junior Phenom Camp). With approximately 40 campers in attendance, we got a first hand look at some of the promising young prospects at the middle school level. While we don’t rank players until their sophomore year of high school, it does provide valuable insight at some of the players...

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Phenom Hoops' Carolina Middle School Showcase Evaluations: Team 1

Team 1 Coach: Daymond Lindell   #2:'4'10 '25 Aiden Martin (Greensboro, NC) Starting things off, we look at a player that made a pretty strong impression despite his lack of true size, Aiden Martin. He's a quick, wiry point guard prospect that excels at penetrating past the point of attack. Martin touches the paint at a high rate and is capable of scoring or setting up others around the...

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North Carolina Jr. Phenom 150 Evaluations: Team 4

Team 4 Coach: Darius Williams   #5: 4'11 '26 Nylan Rush (Wake Forest, NC) Starting things off, we look at a player that showcased a quality foundation during camp, especially for his age, Nylan Rush. He's a young guard prospect that was able to effectively get downhill and attack the basket with regularity. Rush finished a majority of his attempts inside and also displayed the ability to...

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