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2025 Isaiah Denis continuing to attract eyes with his strong play
In the class of 2025 here in North Carolina, several players have been elevating their play over the last year and now heading into the summer, and one of those names that fits into that category is 2025 6’5 Isaiah Denis from Davidson Day/ Team CP3. Denis is coming off a championship season at Davidson Day, helping lead the charge and being one of the go-to players for his team. His blend...
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Bendel’s Best: Hoop State Challenge
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Bermuda Run (and Spartanburg) to host another event loaded with next-level talent. Between the prospects, competition, and college coaches in the building, there was a lot of notable takeaways. We were able to get our first look at several programs while getting more familiar with those who have already played over the last month. The three-day stretch...
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NCISAA 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...
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Elevating their Game: 2025 NC Stockrisers
The Class of 2025 here in North Carolina is certainly interesting and is developing quite nicely, but there are a few guys that have stuck out in my head so far this season with their play. They have elevated their play and, in my eyes, have seen their stock rise since the start of the season. Again, this is purely in the eyes of the writer and has nothing to do with rankings. But here are a few...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Holiday Classic
2025 KJ Younger (Weddington): Talk about a breakout-type showing at the Holiday Classic for many who haven’t watched him, but he has been doing this all season long so far for Weddington. We wrote about him more as of late, but he continued to shine throughout as he may have been the best player throughout the event.
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Day 1 Standouts from Phenom Lakesgiving
2024 Sheree Gidney (Hickory Ridge): The senior really stepped up to start the event on Day 1, being assertive and strong, attacking downhill like she does, and really being physical in finishing inside the arc and on the boards. She led her team to a strong victory with a double-double of 20pts and 12rebs. Gidney should only continue to excel and be the go-to leader for her team. 2024 Jordan...
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Phenom Open Gym: Davidson Day
2024 Mason Smith Smith is one that has blown up over the last year, but also one can say that he is finally getting the attention he deserves. There is a lot to like about this young man, but he can be a big weapon with 6
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Isaiah Denis Clearly Taking the Next Step
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops concluded the travel ball season in Rock Hill, South Carolina with our annual Summer Finale. These events always end up being more interesting than anticipated, as circuit teams have already shut down and kids are playing with other organizations. This usually results in high-level players teaming up and putting on a show. Unsurprisingly, Elite One easily had one...
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2025 Isaiah Denis calls Arizona State a
2025 Isaiah Denis has been a hot topic late this summer and his recruitment has really taken a turn as multiple schools have been coming his way, including a big one from a school in the Pac-12. Denis announced back on July 19 that he had earned an offer from the Sun Devils at Arizona State, as they also join Georgia State, Radford, UNCG, and High Point in schools that have offered in the...
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Watch out for Davidson Day this upcoming season with new additions
Though we are right in the middle of the travel ball season, it seems that Davidson Day has been making some noise this offseason as well. Several players this month have been announcing that they will be heading to the program this upcoming high school season, as the Patriots will be looking a bit different. After coming off a season in which they finished 5-17 overall, Davidson Day will...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Ricky Moore #5: 5
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Breaking Down Phenom Hoops
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom MDC (Day 1, Part 1)
2024 Jullien Cole (Richmond Jammers): I
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POB’s Eye Catchers from PG Nationals (Day 2)
2023 Anthony Breland (Charlotte Elite Academy): We have known about Breland
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Holiday Classic (Day 2, Part 1)
2022 Takai Simpkins (Liberty Heights): Takai came out strong and never let up with his attack and he continues to show he can score in a variety of ways. He uses his body very well and has the ability to create for himself while getting to the rim but also showcased his perimeter game, knocking down multiple threes for his team. 2022 Tajuan Simpkins (Liberty Heights): The duo of the...
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Phenom 150 Session I Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Colby Lewis #101: 5
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Phenom All-American Camp Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: George Marshall #9: 5
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