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Butler Shaping Up as a Darkhorse Contender
It’s been nearly six years since Coach Patrick King transitioned into his head coaching role for Butler High School. Although the previous regime left him with big shoes to fill, he was more than prepared for the challenge. His first few seasons went as most rebuilding programs do. Following his first year, the Bulldogs improved their record in each of the next three seasons. Now, they are...
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Noah Dulin Elevating His Game to Another Level
We’ve reached the point in the high school season when things begin to shift. Despite all the preseason competition, holiday showcases, and subplots throughout, this time is arguably as exciting as any period in the year. Each game has playoff implications. Teams enter the final stretch of games before postseason play. However, this is also the stretch when folks start paying attention to...
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Why These Class of 2027 Standouts Belong on Division I Recruiting Boards (Part 2)
As the recruiting landscape continues to evolve, the Class of 2027 is already producing a group of prospects whose talent, production, and long-term upside demand early attention from college programs. Across the region, several players are separating themselves through consistent impact, physical tools, and skill sets that translate naturally to the next level. Whether it’s scoring versatility,...
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Sad Sam’s Weekly Furious 5 for Week Ending 2/7
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the Super Bowl watching Piedmont! The Sadster is here to release his latest rankings once again. Last week was wild and wooly as we saw a lot of movement within the rankings. One team fell off the “hot seat” #5 ranking again, another suffered an upset loss at home and yet another lost on the road to a squad that used that same...
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Building the Foundation: Young Duo Emerging for Hopewell
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Hopewell High School in Huntersville, North Carolina, for Underrated Athletes’ fourth annual The Well Invitational. The four-game slate featured the likes of West Charlotte, Ambassador Christian, West Meck, Harding, Westminster Catawba, Corvian Community, Victory Christian, and the hosting Hopwell. We will dive deeper into several subplots and...
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Who Stood Out at The Well Invitational? (Part Two)
6’1 ’26 Kingston Henry (Harding) It doesn’t take long to recognize the way Henry asserts himself as the clear, undisputed leader of this group. He’s a smooth, polished guard with a strong frame and the ability to make an impact with or without the ball in his hands. Henry is a quality scorer from all levels, displaying the creation skills and spot-up ability to overwhelm defenses in several...
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Who Stood Out at The Well Invitational? (Part One)
6’4 ’28 Kaharri Coleman (West Charlotte) In a heated battle against a noteworthy opponent, Coleman was arguably the best player on the floor. He’s an extremely dynamic athlete with a combination of speed, quickness, and explosiveness. When Coleman decides that he’s going to get to the rim, he’s basically unstoppable. This realization should become even more frequent as he begins to understand...
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Sophomore Surge: Rising Prospects Elevating Their Game This Season (Part 1)
As the high school season has unfolded, several sophomores have taken noticeable steps forward—showcasing improved skill sets, growing confidence, and a stronger overall impact on the court. Whether it’s expanded scoring ability, enhanced playmaking, defensive versatility, or leadership beyond their years, these young prospects are beginning to separate themselves as names college programs will...
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The Well Invitational: Standouts & Performers
2027 Malik Keita (VCCS) stepped up in a major way, catching fire from deep—especially in the second half. He knocked down multiple threes to help keep his team in control, shooting with confidence off the catch and providing a major spark on the perimeter. 2026 6’2 Trey Guess (Westminster Catawba) has been one of the most impactful players on the floor. He’s knocking down perimeter shots,...
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Built on Culture: Jonathan McIntyre’s Steady Rise at Providence Day
Coach Jonathan McIntyre: The Early Years Coach Jonathan McIntyre has been a fixture in Charlotte-area basketball since the 1990s. A 1994 graduate of South Mecklenburg High School, he went on to attend UNC Greensboro, earning his degree in 1998. During his high school career, McIntyre played one season at Charlotte Christian under Hall of Famer Bobby Jones. He was teammates with Todd...
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Scores and Stats from The Well Invitational
FinalWest Meck 59 – Corvian 54WM: Josiah Bridges 20pts, 3rebs, 2asts/ RJ Grier 10pts, 3rebs, 3stls/ Kamaree Graham 8pts, 5rebsCor: Brock Spaulding 16pts/ Braylon Gray 14pts/ Jayden Summers 3pts, 3rebs, 4asts Standouts: 2026 Josiah Bridges (WM): Bridges elevated his game when his team needed him the most. Strong-bodied guard that brings value as a scorer and showed that all game long today....
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The Phenom Hoops Platform Heads to Georgia—And the Spotlight Is Coming With It
In today’s recruiting landscape, visibility matters more than ever. Players and programs are searching for meaningful opportunities—not just another event to attend, but a true platform where their work, talent, and growth are recognized. That is exactly what Phenom Hoops was built to provide. At Phenom Hoops, you are never just another number on the court. Our platform is your platform. From...
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Desmond Kent Jr. Dominating for Chipola
It’s no secret that timing plays a critical role for every individual in the game of basketball. Whether development, opportunity, or something completely unforeseen, circumstances have a way of shaping how things unfold. This is especially true nowadays, when college coaches are visibly prioritizing older players over high school prospects. In turn, the JUCO route has become much more...
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Game Previews for The Well Invitational: Battle of the Carolinas
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Hopewell High School for Underrated Athletes’ second annual The Well Invitational. The event will feature a four-game slate with the first contest starting at 12:00 and final showdown beginning at 4:30. Between West Meck, Corvian Community, Victory Christian, Westminster Catawba, Harding University, Hopewell, West Charlotte, and Ambassador...
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Game Previews for The Well Invitational: High-Level Coaches Face Off
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Hopewell High School for Underrated Athletes’ second annual The Well Invitational. The event will feature a four-game slate with the first contest starting at 12:00 and final showdown beginning at 4:30. Between West Meck, Corvian Community, Victory Christian, Westminster Catawba, Harding University, Hopewell, West Charlotte, and Ambassador...
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2027 Ashton Graves Returns and Shines; Earns Multiple Offers
Player: Ashton GravesClass: 2027Height: 6’4School: Hudson Catholic 2027 6’4 Ashton Graves has had a strong overall season in helping lead his team. Though he had to miss a few games this season, he came back in a big way at the start of January and college programs have been noticing quickly. In the last month, he has added offers from Ole Miss, NC State, and Manhattan, while others have been...
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North Carolina Entering the Picture for 2027 6’7 RJ Moore?
Player: RJ MooreClass: 2027Height: 6’7School: Ambassador Christian 2027 6’7 RJ Moore has proven to be one of the elite talents in the state of North Carolina, and his recruitment continues to trend upward. More and more schools are noticing the skillset and potential with this 3-level scorer, including a big in-state program that recently stopped by. UNC’s Coach Lebo stopped in recently to check...
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NBA Trade Deadline Thoughts (Part Three)
Mavericks Receive: Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks, and three second-round picks Washington Receives: Anthony Davis, Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum If we hadn’t already lived through the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline, this one might’ve been the weirdest, most perplexing week of trades yet. Only a year removed from flipping Luka...
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Game Previews for The Well Invitational: Can West Meck Continue to Roll?
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Hopewell High School for Underrated Athletes’ second annual The Well Invitational. The event will feature a four-game slate with the first contest starting at 12:00 and final showdown beginning at 4:30. Between West Meck, Corvian Community, Victory Christian, Westminster Catawba, Harding University, Hopewell, West Charlotte, and Ambassador...
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Game Previews for The Well Invitational: Ambassador Christian Takes On West Charlotte
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Hopewell High School for Underrated Athletes’ second annual The Well Invitational. The event will feature a four-game slate with the first contest starting at 12:00 and final showdown beginning at 4:30. Between West Meck, Corvian Community, Victory Christian, Westminster Catawba, Harding University, West Charlotte, and Ambassador Christian,...
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Why These Class of 2027 Standouts Belong on Division I Recruiting Boards (Part 1)
As the recruiting landscape continues to evolve, the Class of 2027 is already producing a group of prospects whose talent, production, and long-term upside demand early attention from college programs. Across the region, several players are separating themselves through consistent impact, physical tools, and skill sets that translate naturally to the next level. Whether it’s scoring versatility,...
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Texas State Earns Big Commitment from 2026 Josiah Sanders
Player: Josiah SandersClass: 2026School: Tennessee Collegiate Committed to: Texas State What Has Been Said By Phenom Hoops: “When you talk about his game, Sanders can help in a variety of areas on the court. With his size, his skillset, and versatility, Sanders continues to prove that he can be an impact player at several positions. Sanders shows IQ, feel, and passing ability to set up his...
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NBA Trade Deadline Thoughts (Part Two)
Bulls Receive: Jaden Ivey, Mike Conley Pistons Receive: Kevin Huerter, Dario Saric, first-round pick swap Wolves Receive: Cash Although one could argue that each of these trades is somewhat bizarre, Detroit salary-dumping Ivey was certainly unexpected. Sure, he was probably set to get overpaid in the offseason, but flipping him into two non-assets and a pick that likely won’t be higher than...
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NBA Trade Deadline Thoughts (Part One)
Cavaliers Receives: James Harden Clippers Receive: Darius Garland, second-round pick Listen, NBA general managers may have their own logic and process. However, this feels like an absolutely inexcusable trade by Cleveland. So, let’s at least try to understand. The only positive spin for Cleveland is flipping Garland’s three-year contract into Harden’s two-year contract (with basically the same...
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Deshawn Coulter Leading the Way for Victory Christian
Finally, we’ve reached the point in the high school season when things begin to shift. Despite all the preseason competition, holiday showcases, and subplots throughout, this time is arguably as exciting as any period in the year. Each game has playoff implications. All kinks should be figured out, and teams should be hitting their stride. However, this is also the stretch when college coaches...
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2028 Isaiah Hamilton (Crestwood) Proving to be Special and next Canadian Star
Photo Credit: North Pole Hoops (NPH)/ Joe Moussa Player: Isaiah HamiltonClass: 2028Height: 6’7School: Crestwood Phenom Hoops continues to make its presence around the country, and recently, we were able to catch a tremendous game between two 5-star prospects. Crestwood and Blair Academy matched up over the weekend, as 2026 Deron Rippey Jr. put on a show. But it was also a chance to watch the...
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Inside North Carolina Class 6A Basketball: The Title Race and Teams to Watch
As the high school basketball season across North Carolina continues to heat up, Class 6A has quickly emerged as one of the most competitive and talent-rich classifications in the state. From seasoned contenders with championship expectations to surging programs finding their stride at the right time, the title race is beginning to take shape. With league play intensifying and postseason...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2027 Jewel Gully
Player: Jewel GullyClass: 2027Height: 5’8School: Seventy-First North Carolina brings a lot of talent to the court and Lady Phenom has been spotlighting several players around the area. We rewind it back to a few names from this past offseason at the Lady Top 80, as several players have continued to play at a high level from the camp. 2027 Jewel Gully has been a strong presence in her junior...
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Sad Sam’s Weekly Furious 5 for Week Ending 1/31
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the snow covered Piedmont! The Great One is here after catching 15″ of snow to bring you his latest rankings! Last week saw big changes to the 5 and there is a new top team after then #4 North Meck took down #1 West Charlotte and #3 Marvin Ridge was ambushed at LIW list member Weddington. Surging East Meck and Myers Park have...
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Is Donovan Atwell the Best Shooter in the Country?
Whether in the collegiate or professional ranks, it feels like more and more North Carolina natives seem to emerge each year. As we’ve stated in previous articles, so much of development is contingent on time, resources, and work ethic. Although there are several examples worth highlighting, Donovan Atwell has been as impressive as anyone. Now making noise as arguably the top three-point shooter...
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