It was an incredible weekend of high-level competition at the Phenom Prep & Post Grad Nationals, as some of the top prep and post-grad programs from across the country battled it out in Rock Hill. Throughout the weekend, teams delivered intense matchups, standout performances, and memorable moments as they worked their way through the bracket. By Sunday, the stage was set for the championship games, where the remaining teams left everything on the court in pursuit of a title. Here, we take a look back at how the final matchups unfolded, recap the action, and reveal which programs were crowned national champions.
Gold Division
Champions: DME Post Grad
The Gold Division at the Phenom PG Nationals ended up being an incredible battle between teams all throughout, and there was plenty of talent to be found on the courts. It came down to two of the top teams in this division to see who would walk away as champions, as DME PG and Fork Union squared off. Two teams with talent in a lot of positions, it was the play from DME and the overall balance that allowed them to find success and build on a lead throughout. The guard play was strong and they were able to get it done defensively as well throughout, as they ultimately took home the national championship to end the season.
Final Score: DME PG 90 – Fork Union 61
Silver Division
Champions: St. James Performance Academy
St James and Pue Basketball, two programs that were newer to the Phenom Hoops platform but certainly walked away presenting talent to be found, these two teams wanted to walk away crowned champions. It was an intense battle between both squads, as it was a tight game throughout. St. James’ guard play was strong throughout, but Pure Basketball played extremely well defensively as well as being physical. In the championship game, it came down to the final minutes of the game, with St. James Performance Academy holding on and taking home the crown in the Silver Division.
Final Score: St. James Performance Academy 52 – Pure Basketball 48
Bronze Division
Champions: Flight 22
Another great division of play overall with this group, as these teams truly battled it out every day at the event. Ultimately, it came down to Flight 22 and Omega Prep in the championship, as both teams had earned their way to the championship game. Flight 22, though, was the one that made a statement in the end, bringing balance, leadership, and strong play all throughout the event. With a good mixture of guard play and versatility, Flight 22 had things going offensively throughout, building a lead and never letting it go, as they had an impressive tournament throughout with college-level talent.
Final Score: Flight 22 81 – Omega Prep 57
Prep Division
Champions: Combine Select
This was a thrilling game and one that truly meant a lot to both teams. Minnesota Prep National battled it way to the championship with some close games, while Combine Select ground out a few wins as well. These two teams met up in the final game and left it all out there. Combine Select was able to gain some space late but with multiple late threes in the game, it came down to the final seconds. Key free throws and plays in the end helped Combine Select secure the victory and championship, capping off an incredibly hard-fought weekend for the program.
Final Score: Combine Select 55 – MN Prep National 53