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2024 Kam Taylor headed to UNC-Asheville, 2024 Michael Wilson and Isaiah Sanders off the board
2024 Kameron Taylor – UNC-Asheville Taylor has a unique blend of length/size as well as athleticism in his game, which makes him even more intriguing to watch. He is strong out in transition and high-flying around the basket, creating off the bounce and attacking downhill, and providing energy with a few big-time throwdowns. But he also shows that he can bring balance and knock down shots...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight:Â 5’11 Isaiah Sanders
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of 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 moreStandouts from Phenom Tourney Town
2024 Lewis Walker (WS Christian): Walker was tremendous on Day 1, leading his team in a big way for a win against TBS. Walker showcased his full arsenal in his game, making strong play after strong play, being physical around the paint and with opponents, but also showing how nimble he is on the court in making plays off the bounce. 2024 Gage Lattimore (Ben L. Smith): It was a gritty and...
read moreFour Unsigned Seniors that College Coaches Should Be on from Tyler Lewis Hoopfest
2024 Caden Bell (NC GBB): Bell has been on an absolute tear this year and has proven that he is one of the clear go-to players for his team this season. Time after time, Bell answered “the bell” with his performance, and he did so once again at the Tyler Lewis Hoopfest with an impressive 30-point showing on Day 1 and backing that up with a 28-point showing on Day 2. Bell not only...
read moreNorth Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Chris Kuhn Game Film:Team 1 vs Team 2Team 2 vs Team 4Team 2 vs Team 3NC Top 80 Semi-Final (2v3 vs 6/8) #2: 5’10 ’24 Isaiah Sanders (High Point Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who provided this team with a polished, balanced identity, Isaiah Sanders. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect with an adaptable approach and the ability to produce from either backcourt...
read moreHigh Point Christian is Overflowing with Talent
Over the past few weekends, Phenom Hoops had the opportunity to travel out to the NCISAA Live Period and get a closer look at the private school landscape. The gym was filled with countless notable teams and individuals at every turn. College coaches were in attendance and extending offers to deserving prospects. While there were various standouts, storylines, and takeaways, few topics are more...
read morePlayer Standouts at Phenom Rise Showcase
6’2 ’23 Trevor Barrett (Team Loaded 828) There’s a slew of intriguing unsigned prospects on this Team Loaded 828 squad, which certainly includes Barrett. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with excellent vision and playmaking ability. Barrett is a reliable scorer who can apply pressure from all levels and make plays with or without the ball in his hands. He’s great in the open floor...
read morePay More Attention To: Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
Another great event for Phenom Hoops at the Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, sponsored by Healthy Blue NC. So many teams and players came out and put on a show, including a few players that should garner a little more attention their way with how they played at the event. Here are a few names that you may want to start paying attention to more this season. 2024 Isaiah Sanders (HP Christian): The...
read morePOB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at the George Lynch Invitational
2023 Noah Van Bibber (Concord Academy): Bibber can really be a critical piece for his team because when he is clicking and stretching the defense with his shot-making ability, Concord Academy has plenty of weapons to be effective. He did that today, finding the open spots in the defense, rising up, and knocking key shots with his jumper. When he is on along with everyone else, this team is...
read morePOB’s Eye Catchers from Day 3 at Summer Havoc Session 2 (Nation Ford)
2025 Donyell Wright (TMP): Wright was the leader for his team and played extremely well on Day 3 of Session 2, as the young prospect he was tremendous in getting to the basket, getting downhill and scoring effectively, while also finishing through contact. Started his day off with a 25-point performance and is a name to monitor down in South Carolina. 2022 Kendrell Brooks (THG): The...
read morePOB’s Eye Catchers from Summer Havoc Live Session 1 (Nation Ford, Day 1)
2025 Malik Morris (Save Sports): The 6’6 forward is a young big man but he really showed flashes of what he can bring to the table. He possesses a strong frame and a developing game on the court, but he used his size, length and physicality well to finish strong around the basket and remain active all throughout the game on Day 1. He is a young big but one to monitor as he continues to get...
read more“Getting to Know” 5’11 ’24 Isaiah Sanders
We’ve seen a lot of players come through our doors over the years, varying in appearance, skill level, and everything in between. We decided to put forth a “Getting to Know” series on some players who have attended events but still remain on the lesser-known side of things. Each of these prospects embody being a student-athlete and getting it done in the classroom as well as on the basketball...
read morePlayer Standouts at Day Three of Phenom G3 Showcase
5’9 ’25 Gavin Fields (Carolina Charge) Though slightly undersized, it was easy to be impressed with Fields during his first showing of the day. He’s a blindingly quick lead guard with nice IQ and the ability to touch the paint at a seemingly nonstop rate. Fields finishes well, especially for his size, but also hits jumpers and creates well for himself and others. He’s a relentless defender with...
read moreNCISAA Championship Previews
After a season full of anticipation, the wait is finally over. We’ve reached playoff time after the first (somewhat) normal season since everything crashed due to covid. Between teams playing full schedules and the decreasing amount of general hysteria throughout the country, folks clearly wanted basketball to return. While some restrictions (masks, testing, etc.) still remain in place, this...
read moreAsheville School v. High Point Christian
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the heart of High Point, as the Cougars of High Point Christian prepared to start their season against the Asheville School. Structurally, both squads look quite different from last season, yet still possess an abundance of next-level talent The stage was set for an exciting, competitive contest, and each squad delivered. Things kicked off in a hurry, as...
read morePlayer Standouts from the NCISAA Live Period
by: Ethan Reece 2023 Jake Chisholm (Durham Academy) Jake was hot in both games he played Sunday. Started out the morning with 5 threes against HPCA, simply couldn’t be left alone. Also showed the ability to create off the dribble and finish through contact. Kept his rhythm going in game 2 with 10 straight points to start out, definitely a lethal spot up threat 2023 Isaiah Sanders (High Point...
read moreExpected Rise in Production: Four Potential Breakout Candidates
Although the travel ball season just recently got underway, there are a lot of interesting subplots swirling around the upcoming high school season. Sure, it’s pretty early to be discussing this topic while the Class of 2021 is still approaching their graduation. However, basketball has basically turned into a year-round sport that stops for absolutely no one. That being said, various prospects...
read moreNorth Carolina Junior Phenom Session 2: Evaluation Team 3
North Carolina Jr. Phenom Camp Session Two Evaluations Team 3 Coach Smith #11: 5’0 ’23 Kylan Wright (Sumter, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that brought an energetic, team-first approach to camp, Kyaln Wright. He’s a point guard prospect that is able to make a pretty nice impact on both ends of the floor, despite his lack of size. Wright can knock down open shots and...
read moreNC Junior Phenom Session 2: Coach K’s Standouts
Coach K’s Standouts Let’s take a look back at today’s stand out performers from North Carolina Junior Phenom camp session 2 and remember the play makers, the defensive stoppers, and the rest of the high impact players No. 54: 5’10 2023 Malik Brunson (Fayetteville, NC) You may remember Malik from session 1. (Mr. Defense Award Winner) Well today this man child had no problem performing at a...
read moreNC Junior Phenom Session 2: Coach Thread’s Standouts
5’4 2023 Evaan Ezhilan (Mooresville, NC One of the better shooter in the camp. Has a nice touch and follow through on his shot. He a small guard but understands spacing and how to get his shot off. Has a very high IQ and know how to play on and off the ball. Good team player and likes getting his teammates involve. 5’8 2023 Isaiah Sanders (Lexington, NC) Sanders was one of the...
read moreKevin’s Fab 5 NC Junior Phenom Session 2
Kevin’s Fab 5 NC Jr Phenom Session 2 #59 2023 6’0 Zion Walker: Turrentine Middle Mr. Junior Phenom was pound for pound the best player in the gym. In all 3 games he led his team in points and rebounds wouldn’t surprise me if he led the whole camp in those categories also guarded the other team’s best offensive player. He is a quiet kid by nature until you start talking to him, once you do...
read moreBrandon Lee’s four to watch: NC Jr Phenom
The second session of NC Jr Phenom showcased a diverse collection of talent, 63 junior high prospects from both Carolina’s and Virginia gathered in Greensboro to battle it out. Greensboro, North Carolina- Campers warmed up in competitive heart racing drills conducted by Phenom’s prestigious counselor staff, before breaking up into live play. Many of these youngsters are still learning the...
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