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2024 6’8 Alex Atkinson (Upward Stars) seeing his stock rise after LIVE period
The LIVE period can certainly change a player’s stock in a quick two weeks, and that certainly is true for many players in the last two weeks with Phenom Hoops. One player that has seen his stock rise tremendously and you could be hearing a lot more about is 2024 6’8 Alex Atkinson with Upward Stars Columbia. Atkinson was a newer name personally for Phenom Hoops, but it took one game for us to...
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Muse’s Top 5 from Phenom Hoops LIVE
2024 Alex Atkinson Jr. (Upward Stars Columbia) Alex Atkinson Jr. is a long and athletic big man. He has great touch around the rim and can stretch the defense out with his jump shot. This weekend he showed a lot of toughness and was about to rebound the basketball. Atkinson Jr. can also protect the rim and his stock is rising in the class of 2024 this summer. 2024 Derrick Green (Team Wall)...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Hoops LIVE
2024 Jermarien Williams (North Florida Elite): Williams was an intriguing prospect that I watched on Day 1, as the 6’8 prospect was able to be effective in a variety of ways on the court. Williams brings size and length, he ran the floor well, finished well around the basket and competed on the glass, but also was able to stretch the court with confidence outside. Played with an offensive feel...
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Here are JUST A FEW players to watch this weekend at Phenom Hoops LIVE
What a weekend it is going to be in Raleigh… The biggest Event EVER in North Carolina will be this weekend at the Raleigh Convention Center with Phenom Hoops, as the Phenom Hoops LIVE will be a must-see event with talent of all levels. Now, there are going to be so many new names that pop out and learn, but there are a few familiar faces as well that you will want to check out. Here are...
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Teams List: Phenom Hoops LIVE (April 28-30)
The biggest event Phenom Hoops has had… We will be having over 250 teams at the Raleigh Convention Center for the Phenom Hoops LIVE (April 28-30). D1, D2, D3, and all other schools should make this event a PRIORITY to come out and find the next round of talent! Make sure you come check out all the talent, as it should be a great weekend of basketball and a record-breaking event for us! We...
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Why the Upcoming LIVE Events are MUST-ATTEND events with Phenom Hoops
There are plenty of opportunities out there for teams and players to play out there, but one of the biggest questions teams and coaches need to ask is what does a platform have to offer' This is why we are here to share what Phenom Hoops brings teams, coaches, players, and fans throughout the season and why we have the platform for you. Phenom Hoops prides itself on bringing the best product to...
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Phenom Profile: 2021 6’9 Chase Mckey (The Skill Factory)
At the Phenom LIVE event, we got a chance to watch 2021 Chase Mckey who is a 6’9 versatile prospect on the court. He captured our attention with his blend of handles, ability to play and defend multiple positions, and scored in an array of ways.
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POB’s Stock Risers (Part 3)
It certainly hasn’t been the summer many had hoped but we were able to get a chance to have travel ball this season at Phenom Hoops, with constant action going on in the gyms of South Carolina. With the season winding down for many, let’s start taking a look back at the bigger picture and see which players should see their stock rise after an impressive season. This will be a several part...
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2023 6’8 Elijah Strong continuing to stretch his game out
It has been nearly a year since getting our first look at 2023 Elijah Strong at Myers Park open gym. Then, you could see he was a young prospect but one that could easily continue to develop and have the attention of college coaches.
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Bendel’s Best: Phenom LIVE (Underrated Gems)
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled back to the Upward Star Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina for another weekend of grassroots basketball. We saw a lot of familiar faces in addition to the numerous new programs on display. There were plenty of standouts on display, and this article will take a closer look at some personal favorites from the two-day event, each of which are deserving of...
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Player Spotlight: 2021 Julian Mackey (The Skill Factory)
A new name that was brought to the attention of Phenom Hoops this past weekend at the Phenom LIVE, 2021 6’3 Julian Mackey from The Skill Factory has a lot of intrigue with his game.
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POB’s Summer Stock Risers (Part 2)
It certainly hasn’t been the summer many had hoped but we were able to get a chance to have travel ball this season at Phenom Hoops, with constant action going on in the gyms of South Carolina. With the season winding down for many, let’s start taking a look back at the bigger picture and see which players should see their stock rise after an impressive season. This will be a several part...
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Bendel’s Best: Phenom LIVE
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled back to the Upward Star Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina for another weekend of grassroots basketball. We saw a lot of familiar faces in addition to the numerous new programs on display. There were plenty of standouts on display, and this article will take a closer look at some personal favorites from the two-day event… 6’5 ’21 Dessie Canty Jr....
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POB’s Summer Stock Risers (Part 1)
It certainly hasn't been the summer many had hoped but we were able to get a chance to have travel ball this season at Phenom Hoops, with constant action going on in the gyms of South Carolina. With the season winding down for many, lets start taking a look back at the bigger picture and see which players should see their stock rise after an impressive season. This will be a several-part series, with several more coming your way.
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Top Performances on Day 2 at #PhenomLIVE
Check out the top scoring performances from Day 2 at the Phenom LIVE.
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17u ACC Championship Bracket: TSF ends the weekend on top
Final:The Skills Factory National 64 – Mint Hill Lakers 59 It was the battle to decide it all, as two of the top teams met up in the championship, both had been battled tested coming in. Knowing these two teams and coaches, they wanted to come away with a championship and the players left it all out there. Back and forth this game went, with most of this game being played in a 5-point...
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17u Big East Championship Bracket: NLPB-204 secures tough victory at #PhenomLIVE
Final:NLPB-204 60 – Pro Skills Winston Salem Charles 59 Despite this being the last game in the day, both teams came out strong and both traded blows back and forth. Each team had players that stepped up and made tough plays. NLPB 204 used a balanced attack, with every player finding their way into the scoresheet, while Pro Skills had two key players step up their game offensively to carry...
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16u ACC Championship Bracket: Gold TN Fury caps terrific weekend with championship
Final:Gold TN Fury 84 – Team Together 75 Both of these teams like to get up and down and push the pace, and that they did including a few high-flying dunks in the process as well. Back and forth these teams went, not creating much seperation in the first half. TN Fury was able to hold a 42-40 halftime lead behind the play of Walker Kyle and others. Team Together kept it coming with the duo...
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17u ACC Consolation Bracket: Upward Stars Columbia wins OT thriller
Final:Upward Stars Columbia 2021 52 – Upward Stars Watson 50 Nothing like two programs battling it out, especially two Upward Stars programs. Neither team wanted to go away with the loss and these players came out and competed every minute. Neither team could really break away from each other, as they were trading blows back and forth, evetually needing overtime to settle it all. It was...
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16u ACC Consolation Bracket: Renegades Elite 2022 lockdown the win
Final:Renegades Elite 2022-Cryer 52 – Better Basketball University 36 The defense came out in this one, especially for the Renegades Elite 2022-Cryer. The Renegades used a tremendous first half to grab the early halftime double-digit lead, 24-9. They were able to use balanced scoring but also limit Better Basketball offensively. The offense started to get better in the second half for both...
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15u ACC Consolation Bracket: Upward Stars York County 15u leaves with a win
Final:Upward Stars York COunty 15u 65 – NLPB 204 56 NLPB 204 had a strong weekend and Markeevis Latta was off the charts early on, scoring all over the court and really carrying the team in the first half with 21 points. He was knocking down three’s, staying aggressive, and scoring consistently. But Upward Stars York County was doing much of the same, with a balanced team attack. The...
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15u ACC Championship: Team HoopState battles past CB Hoops for title
FinalTeam HoopState 56 – CB Hoops 44 CB Hoops came out strong and knocked HoopState a little back on their heels, a team that was just coming off a thrilling OT come from behind victory. But HoopState was able to gather themselves behind the play of Jaybron Harvey, who was off the charts, especially in the second half. he did have help with five other players scoring in the game. Zechariah...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom LIVE
6’0 ’22 Connor Ballou (NC Gaters) The NC Gaters seem to improve with each viewing, and Ballou has been a major part of their success. He typically operates as the floor general but can also make a lasting impression with his ability to score the ball. Ballou is a smooth shooter with craftiness, vision, and no real weaknesses within his skillset. He defends well and displays consistent toughness...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 2 Standouts at #PhenomLIVE
6’5 Collin Murray-Boyles of Upward Stars Columbia 15U is really impressive and seems to get better each and every time I watch him play. He has a ton of potential and upside; could become a very good player. He attacks the boards and rebounds well on both sides of the floor. He possesses the necessary ball skills that allow him to handle it well enough to not only create for himself attacking...
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14u ACC Championship: Charlotte Supreme 14u cruises to victory
Final:Charlotte Supreme 63 – Pro Skills Winston Salem 14u 30 Both teams wanted to finish on top but it was the Charlotte Supreme who came out and showed their dominance on the court. Led by multiple players, Charlotte Supreme came out and found their offense. isaiah Denis led the charge warly with 11 first-half points, while Vernon Maxwell III and others were able to get into the score...
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13u ACC Championship: Charlotte Supreme caps off weekend with championship
Final:Charlotte Supreme 13u 59 – CLT1-National Bruce 56 It was the first championship of the day and both teams came to comepete. Charlotte Supreme and CLT1-National 2025 went to war on the court, with CLT1 holding the narrow halftime lead 31-26. It was the three ball that got CLT1 going early in the first half, as Joseph Bruce found his range with three 3-pointers early. But in the second...
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Blakney’s Championship Sunday Standouts from #PhenomLIVE
The action is cracking in Spartanburg and I’m here to bring you the latest from some early morning and afternoon standouts. This list is composed of players of multiple classes and positions, that stood out for various reasons, take a dive into my early takeaways and some names you may want to keep an eye on. 5’10 2023 Hanif Elijah Omar has been one of the most tenacious on-ball defenders...
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Top Performances from Day 1 at #PhenomLIVE
Check out some of the top scoring performances from Day 1 at the Phenom LIVE.
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Brandon’s Big time Ballers- Evening Standouts #PhenomLIVE
The action is cracking in Spartanburg and I’m here to bring you the latest from some early morning and afternoon standouts. This list is composed of players of multiple classes and positions, that stood out for various reasons, take a dive into my early takeaways and some names you may want to keep an eye on. 6’6 2022 Jonah Nesmith (CF Elite)- Nesmith is a very intriguing prospect with a...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 1 Late Standouts at #PhenomLIVE
6’7 Earl Burgess of Team 864 17U is a super productive and efficient player. Knows his game and is a star in his role. He has a great touch in the paint and puts himself in position to score. He attacks the boards hard and rebounds the ball well on both sides of the floor. Has a high motor and runs the floor very well which allows him to get easy points in transition. He has a good release on...
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