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POB’s Eye Catchers on Day 2 at #PhenomPGNationals (Part 2)
2024 Papa Kounta (S3 Academy): There is a program that needs to snag Kounta, as the 6’5 prospect has put up two strong events and is one that can help a team at the next level. He has the size and versatility that you have to like, while also being able to play and defend multiple positions. Kounta is at his best when he is attacking downhill and getting to the basket but shows flashes of his...
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2024 6’2 Nile Atwater (Chosen 1 Academy): Atwater had a good showing on Day 1 and backed it up again on Day 2 with a strong showing. I really liked how he was able to operate and make plays, whether it was for himself or for others. Atwater mixed it up nicely, attacking and being physical while showing strong handles to create, but also made some terrific passes to set up his teammates well for...
read moreTop Scoring Performances Day 1: Phenom PG Nationals
SK (Calusa Basketball Academy): 46ptsJeremiah Wilkinson (TSF National): 37ptsNoah Blocker (WS Christian PG): 30ptsParrish Johnson (Ands Osborne Academy): 28ptsBryce Wilkins (Elite Sports Atlanta): 28ptsChristian Djemiis (North Florida Prep): 27ptsAmare Banks (Middle Georgia Prep): 26ptsElisha Brown (TPLS): 26ptsTahn Bustemante (TPLS): 26ptsYesan Warren (Moc Valley Prep): 24ptsDavarion Johnson...
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2024 Jeremiah Wilkinson (TSF National): I couldn’t wait to see Wilkinson in action, and he didn’t disappoint with almost a quiet 37-point outing in leading the way. When watching him, he has similar games in how he can operate like UNC’s RJ Davis. He is such a fluid and consistent scoring option, creating strong and finishing over defenders, great change of speed in creating, gets to his spots...
read morePhenom PG Nationals Standouts (Day One, Part One)
6’7” 2024 Jalik Nicholls (NC GBB): Long and athletic wing prospect that plays the game with the kind of disruptive energy you need at the defensive end. Flourishes in transition offensively, very capable pushing the ball on the move after a rebound. A capable catch-and-shoot guy that you have to account for in those situations. More than comfortable switching onto smaller/shiftier guards and...
read moreNCISAA 3A State Championship Game Standouts
In the opening game on Saturday, The Forsyth Country Day Furies took down the Eagles of Gaston Christian by a score of 57-44. The Furies were led by Jahon Foster with 20 points, followed by Draven Pilson with 12 and Iverson King with 11. The Eagles were led by Cam Newman and Gabby Mabor with 12 points each, followed by Dario Williams with 10. Forsyth Country Day 6’2″ 2024 Jahon...
read moreSad Sam’s Regional Semifinal Picks and 3rd Round Recap
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the springlike Piedmont! The Great One is here to recap the sectional finals and give out his regional semifinal winners. First off, he posted a 28-4 record, hitting all three of his upset picks but fell victim to upsets in the 2A, tallying a dismal 5-3 mark in that bracket. He did, however, sweep the board in 5 out of 8 regions, bringing his running...
read morePhenom Introduction: 2027 6’11 Obinna Ekezie
Player: Obinna EkezieClass: 2027Height: 6’11School: Prolific PrepGrassroots: Midwest Basketball Club Phenom Hoops provides one of the best platforms for learning new names, and we head to Prolific Prep to check out and learn about our latest prospect. A program that has produced talent year after year, it looks like they have another young big man to look out for. 2027 6’11 Obinna Ekezie is...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’2 Peter Moye
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreBringing the Energy Again: Norfolk State’s Jamarii Thomas
Player: Jamarii ThomasSchool: Norfolk State Stats: https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/stats/_/id/4897713/jamarii-thomas How time flies sometimes when watching these players on the court because it seems like not long ago when Phenom Hoops was talking about Jamarii Thomas and the energy he brought to the court for The Burlington School. At that time, it felt like a broken record...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’2 CJ Vaughn
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: Bull City Prep National
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: TSF National
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read moreJot the Name Down: 2031 Rylee Warren
Player: Rylee WarrenClass: 2031AAU: Charlotte Dream Elite There are plenty of new names to start watching out for here in North Carolina, and we may have stumbled upon one to jot down for now but to keep an eye out for in the future. At the Charlotte Dream Elite, we had a chance to watch some of the young talent, and 2031 Rylee Warren was one that we came away really impressed with. We had this...
read moreNCISAA 2A State Championship Game Standouts
In Saturday’s nightcap, the Davidson Day Patriots defeated the Greenfield Knights 74-64, winning the state title in Coach James Long’s first season, the program’s first since 2020. The Patriots were led by Isaiah Denis and Levon Jacobs with 18 points each, followed by Will Stevens with 13 and Brady Kester with 11. The Knights were led by Matt Kirby with 23 points, followed by...
read moreAdvancing Through the Gauntlet: 4A Elite Eight- East
Last night, the third round of NCHSAA high school playoffs took place. While multiple outcomes were expected, there were several close, highly competitive games on display. Regardless, we have the last eight teams remaining in the 4A playoffs: West (#5) North Meck vs. (#1) Myers Park (#2) Lake Norman vs. (#11) Chambers East (#3) Green Level vs. (#2) Richmond (#1) New Hanover vs. (#12) Panther...
read moreSoph. Robert McCray V taking advantage of his opportunity at Jacksonville
Player: Robert McCray VSchool: Jacksonville Stat Page: https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/player/gamelog/_/id/4685802/robert-mccray-v It is great to see players taking advantage of opportunities that are ahead of them, and after playing in just 14 games, averaging 4.1mpg and 1.9ppg at Wake Forest, Robert McCray has been helping lead the charge at Jacksonville this season. Averaging...
read moreAdvancing Through the Gauntlet: 4A Elite Eight- West
Last night, the third round of NCHSAA high school playoffs took place. While multiple outcomes were expected, there were several close, highly competitive games on display. Regardless, we have the last eight teams remaining in the 4A playoffs: West (#5) North Meck vs. (#1) Myers Park (#2) Lake Norman vs. (#11) Chambers East (#3) Green Level vs. (#2) Richmond (#1) New Hanover vs. (#12) Panther...
read morePlayers to Watch at Phenom Post Grad Nationals
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will make the journey down to Rock Hill Sports and Events Center for another exciting three-day stretch of hoops. In addition to our Phenom Opening, we will also have our annual Post Grad Nationals taking place. While the Opening will feature a variety of teams and age groups, the Post Grad Nationals should be a must-attend event for college coaches looking to finalize...
read more2026 Miley Malcolm looking to lead the way for Lady Attack Elite
Player: Miley MalcolmSchool: Porter RidgeHeight: 6’1Position: GuardAAU: Lady Attack Elite Sophomore Season at Porter Ridge: 8.9ppg, 5.4rpg, 3.5apg Attending Media Day recently, Lady Phenom had a chance to catch up with plenty of familiar names around the state of North Carolina, and 2026 Miley Malcolm is one to watch even more this travel ball season. Malcolm is coming off a solid sophomore...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: Flight 22
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: Rocktop Academy
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: Lee Academy
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read moreExciting Round Three Playoff Matchups
Lake Norman (#2) vs. Grimsley (#7) Today, the third round of high school basketball playoffs take place. Teams have battled for the last four months in an attempt to make the playoffs and ultimately chase a state championship. While the final contest is typically the only game people will remember, there are seemingly always surprises and unforeseen results on the journey down glory road. Let’s...
read moreExciting Round Three Playoff Matchups: North Meck vs. Mount Tabor
(#5) North Meck vs. (#4) Mount Tabor Today, the third round of high school basketball playoffs take place. Teams have battled for the last four months in an attempt to make the playoffs and ultimately chase a state championship. While the final contest is typically the only game people will remember, there are seemingly always surprises and unforeseen results on the journey down glory road....
read moreHigh-Major Schools taking notice quickly of 2026 6’7 Anthony Thompson
Player: Anthony ThompsonClass: 2026School: Lebanon HSHeight: 6’7 Heading out to Ohio for our latest recruiting update, Phenom Hoops sat down with 2026 6’7 forward Anthony Thompson from Lebanon High School as he continues to play at a high level and grab the attention of college coaches. The offers continue to roll in, as he recently added an offer from Texas to his list. We discussed more...
read moreMake sure to check out this Summer: 2026 Kenedi Dixon
Player: Kenedi DixonClass: 2026School: 1of1 PrepTravel Team: Dream Elite 16u Lady Phenom was on deck this past weekend for a tremendous Media Day with a rising program in Charlotte Dream Elite. During that time, we were able to watch players get up and down in a scrimmage, and one player who really grabbed our eyes was 2026 Kenedi Dixon. Dixon was a valuable piece for her team this season but...
read morePhenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals Team Preview: Stars Athletes Academy
The Phenom Prep and Post Grad Nationals should be one to remember, and we aren’t wasting any time in highlighting teams that will be in action that weekend down in Rock Hill, South Carolina. One of the top teams in the country will be on display at the event, as we bring you several prospects to check out throughout. EVENT INFO: Phenom Post Grad & Prep NationalsMarch 8-10, 2024Rock Hill...
read moreKevin’s Player to Know: 2026 Jacob Spurlock
By: Kevin Moses Jacob Spurlock Twitter: @JSpur2026 Height: 6’3, 185Class of 2026School: Boyd County High School, KY Spurlock is an explosive triple-threat scoring machine. A prolific three-point sniper. Jacob currently holds the school record for made threes in a season with 120 last year and the most ever made in a season for the 16th region record. Over all his 320 threes made is a...
read moreSad Sam’s Second Round Recap and Sectional Champion Picks
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the springlike Piedmont! The Sadster is here to recap the second round of states and reveal who will move on to the regionals. The Great One sputtered to a 51-13 record in the second round bringing his overall mark to 156-36, or 81.2%. He went 2-2 again in his upset picks bringing the tally to 4-4. The Amazing One isn’t sitting still as he is...
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