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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 5’10 Jalen Hinton
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, over one hundred 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 Spring Tip-Off Day 2 Standouts
Joe Richey (Upward Stars) Richey is a strong, aggressive player that is an integral part to his team. He can run the floor if needed, but thrives when he has time to post up down low. Isaiah Golden (Charlotte Dragons Bates 17U) Bates is a hard worker on the court. He sees the court well and drives the ball with authority. He is the ultimate team player. Jashaun Hawkins (Boo Williams Carolina)...
read morePhenom Game Report: South Meck vs. Independence
Second game of the night, South Meck and Independence battled it out in the Charlotte area to start the playoffs on the public-school side.
read morePOB’s Eye Catchers from Day 3 at Phenom November Classic/ Hoop State League
2022 Chancellor Morrow (The Wonders): Morrow continues to produce every time he hits the floor. Having multiple 20+ point games under his belt, he did it again with his versatility, length and skill set to score on multiple levels of the floor. He really has had a consistent summer and fall all throughout. 2021 Lucas Taylor (Raleigh’s Finest): Taylor can absolutely take over a game and that he...
read moreSpecial K’s Hoops Take: Sunday Standouts
Redford Dunton 6’2 Kenny Noland ’21 of Papa Pete’s Patriots is a vital piece for their team. He provided a great combination of scoring and passing that allows him to control the offense. His ability to attack off the bounce and get into the lane was eye-catching as he consistently finished at the rim. As the defense began to shift their focus on him, he began showcasing his ability to...
read morePlayer Standouts at HoopState League
6’2 ’22 Evan Ashe (Raleigh’s Finest) Although Lucas Taylor is the clear leader of this team, Ashe is as vital to their success as anyone on the roster. He simply plays a complete, low-maintenance game on both ends of the floor and willingly fills in the gaps in a variety of different ways. Ashe rebounds, defends multiple positions, and highlights impressive offensive versatility. He’s adaptable...
read morePhenom Open Gym: Independence
Continuing our Phenom Open Gym Tour, Patrick O’Brien went down to Independence high school who is coming off a 22-8 season last year. Coach Davis will have a different looking team than last year, as they will be more of a guard-oriented team that looks to play fast, create havoc defensively, and attack. But it will also be a team mentality, as they have options as far as scorers and will have to help get on the boards.
read moreRANKINGS REPORT Early Standouts from Summer Havoc (Day 1)
Luke Bracey 2021 5’10” Jalen Hinton (Charlotte Nets) is a really shifty & explosive point guard from Independence High School. He’s a clutch shot maker that wants to change the game in key moments. He knows how to draw contact & get to the foul line. Good decision maker and play maker. 2022 6’2” Sam Cogan (Team Together) always finds away to get the ball in the basket....
read morePhenom Open Gym Tour: Independence HS
Phenom Hoops continues their open gym tour, as Patrick O’Brien stopped at Independence high school to see what head coach Preston Davis and the Patriots were working with this season.
read moreFinal Thoughts from the #NCHSAALivePeriod
The new NCAA Live Period blew past all expectations and, most importantly provided a platform for a vast amount of talent to be displayed in front of dozens of college programs, but there are always improvements to be made in the future. Charlotte, North Carolina- What Year one did was brought in a lot of exposure, and offered the states best a legitimate chance to hoop in front of college...
read more#PhenomTeamCamp: Miles Day Two Early Standouts
6’2 2020 Jaheim McCathern: Newton-Conover High School (NC) McCathern was arguably the most steady two way performer for this Newton Conover team, his ability to rebound and play as a bruiser at his size is nothing to look over, playing much bigger than his listed 6’2 height. He showed the potential to be a smooth outside shooter while showing the ability to face up and create his own shot off...
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