by Patrick O'Brien | Aug 2, 2025 | Featured, News, PHL Finals
What a weekend it was at the PHL Finals, as the talent was deep and the competition was off the charts. Phenom Hoops had a chance to watch a lot of excellent battles, as players stepped up in a big way to help secure a championship from a busy summer. One player that...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 30, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’7 ’28 Zyion Jones (Upward Stars Columbia) It’s easy to see the appeal with Jones, both as a current player and long-term prospect. He’s a fluid athlete with length, mobility, and natural instincts on both ends of the floor. Jones is capable of impacting the game...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 29, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’3 ’28 Gary Grear (KOC) It’s almost impossible to watch this KOC squad and walk away feeling anything other than impressed by Grear. He’s a natural leader who sets the tone through his IQ, production, and toughness. Grear shines as the focal point of their seamless...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 29, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’0 ’27 CP Perry (Dub Salem) Although we didn’t see Perry much this travel ball season, his crafty, polished game is still as effective as ever. He effortlessly created for himself and others while highlighting his handle, vision, and scoring prowess from all levels....
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 29, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’5 ’27 Thomas Vickery (Thrill Skillz) There were a lot of notable names on display for the final weekend of travel ball, but Vickery was arguably as impressive as anyone. It was my first “real” viewing outside of last year’s high school season (when touches and...
by Patrick O'Brien | Jul 29, 2025 | Featured, News, PHL Finals
2026 Cameron Thompson – Team Charlotte Thompson may be one of the most underrated talents in the state, but he brings unbelievable value to the court when he plays. I absolutely love what he can provide for his team, and he showed that all throughout the event in...
