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Hickory Ridge Preparing for Big Year
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp Session II This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp (Session II). The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor....
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Under New Leadership: Darrion Holloway Building Culture at Gaston Day
Now that we’ve reached June, the high school season is rapidly approaching. Between player movement, coaching changes, and realignments for public school classifications, this might be the most anticipated season since Covid. We’ve already seen several coaches take new jobs, but it feels like not enough people are talking about the magnitude of Darrion Holloway accepting the head coaching...
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AJ Morman Ready to Take Over for Southern Durham
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp Session II This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp (Session II). The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor....
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Dory Hines Makes Coaching Debut for Myers Park
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp Session II This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp (Session II). The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor....
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Reidsville Eyeing Another Dominant Season
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp Session II This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp (Session II). The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor....
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Queens Grant Young Core Ready for Next Step
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp Session II This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to Bermuda Run, North Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp (Session II). The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor....
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Kaharri Coleman, Chacho Womack Emerging as National Prospects
Kaharri Coleman Chacho Womack It’s amazing how quickly things can change in high school basketball. Whether players relocating, individuals developing, or something completely different, there’s never a dull moment in the grassroots landscape. Right now, the majority of kids can be seen playing with their high school programs at team camps or the association-specific events hosted by the NCHSAA...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Team Camp
6’9 ‘27 Charles Pur (The Burlington School) Everyone should already be well-informed about Pur and his high-level status as a prospect. Although much of the recent buzz is surrounding his transfer to The Burlington School, it’s been a seamless transition as expected. Pur is shining as a dominant leader with skill, athleticism, and an incredibly impactful two-way game. He scores in every possible...
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Diamond in the Rough: Kamari Nicholson Bursting onto the Scene
There are so many options in today’s high school basketball landscape. Parents and players are constantly being encouraged to seek out new situations more than ever before. The period from April to June is now considered an extremely important stretch for coaches (both college and high school) to secure next season’s roster. Numerous players have already made moves to new destinations while...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Team Camp (Class of 2026)
6’9 ‘26 Nicholas McLean (Winston-Salem Christian) There’s a lot to like with McLean, especially considering that he’s starting to visibly tap into his long-term upside. He’s a long, wiry forward with an enticing blend of size, skill, and athleticism. At 6-foot-9, he’s becoming a real mismatch for opponents. McLean is a knockdown shooter with quality feel and developing ball skills. He regularly...
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The Go-To Option: Logan Johnson Poised to Lead Carmel Christian
Opportunity is a crucial component of player development. Accumulating game reps, particularly in basketball, is vital for an individual’s general understanding and comfort level on the court. We’ve seen countless prospects blow up after becoming the focal point for a noteworthy team, and that feels like exactly what’s going to happen for Logan Johnson as the go-to option for Carmel Christian....
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Blossoming Talent Turning Heads for Grace Christian
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Grace Christian (18-9)...
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Chris Ewell Makes Coaching Debut with West Meck
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. There’s been a lot of...
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Winston-Salem Christian Adding Even More Talent
Earlier this week, Coach Antonio Lowe announced the incoming transfers of Jaleel Smith and Williams Itumo to their already loaded roster. The duo is set to join a group with guys like Nicholas McLean, Bradley Floyd, Elton James, and newly acquired Elijah Thomas. It’s unclear how many more pieces they’ll add prior to the high school season, but they certainly have no shortage of talent. Let’s...
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South Meck Trio Preparing for Big Senior Season
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. South Mecklenburg is...
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Lincolnton Adds Another Year of Experience
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. After going 24-6 with...
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Rae Villines Set to Make Head Coaching Debut at Cresset Christian Academy
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Folks should be...
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First Look at Charlotte Performance Institute Under Coach Jackson
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. After a successful...
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Beyond Basketball: The Burlington School Roster Fully Reloaded
Basketball is constantly changing. It’s evident at every level, but the high school landscape is more fluid than ever before. Player movement isn’t just expected, it’s almost encouraged nowadays. Kids seeking a new opportunity isn’t new. The sport has long been used as a tool and vehicle to open up other possibilities for the youth. This notion is evident for several of the top programs in North...
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Chane Bynum Possesses a Ton of Intrigue
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops had our first opportunity to watch 1 of 1 Elite (17U) during the travel ball season. As expected, they put out a roster full of enticing prospects for all types of college coaches to pursue. We were already pretty familiar with most of the pieces on their team, but Chane Bynum stood out as a new name worth noting. At 6-foot-9 with length, fluidity, and a smooth...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season? (Part Two)
6’5 Thomas Vickery (Christ School) Although we featured his teammate in the first edition, Vickery is another guy who should take a massive leap forward for the Greenies. Arguably, no one in the class has boosted their stock as much as him during the travel ball season. In addition to possessing an excellent blend of size, shooting, and athleticism, he’s a malleable piece with the ability to...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season?
6’6 James Minlend (Concord Academy) Although he’s made steady strides within his progression, it feels like Minlend is poised to make the next leap as a prospect. His physical makeup, blossoming skillset, and growing confidence should be a real concern for opponents. Minlend was already a matchup problem at his size, but his increased assertiveness really allows him to take over a game if he...
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Northwood Duo Should Be Major Priorities for College Coaches
Though it’s probably common knowledge, the last few years have led to a lot of excitement for the Northwood Chargers. As a public school, it doesn’t get much better than having multiple NBA prospects (Drake Powell and one year of Jarin Stevenson) and competing for state titles on a yearly basis. However, it’s time for the next era. Last year’s senior-laden squad fell just short to Reidsville,...
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Theo Edema Becoming a Priority for Blue Blood Programs
No matter how much basketball trends towards a perimeter-based game, big men will always be incredibly vital. The traditional post-up player might be a dying breed but there’s still an abundance of highly impactful rebounders, rim protectors, and interior scorers at every level. This is no secret to college coaches, which is why Theo Edema (2027) is rapidly blowing up as a prime target for...
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Is Everything Coming Together for Fort Mill?
The stars aligning in basketball situations is more common than folks probably realize. Think of the Langley’s at Southwest Guilford, the Daniel’s at Central Cabarrus, or what’s currently going on at Reidsville with Dionte Neal and Kendre Harrison. It might sound simple, but these circumstances only require quality coaching, talented players, and a culture that produces winning. Though basic,...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase (Part Two)
6’6’ 27 Liam Drayton (XLXB) Given his production and enticing array of physical tools, it was easy to see Drayton shine throughout the weekend. He’s a noted football player but clearly possesses ability on the basketball court. Drayton displayed a solid blend of touch, footwork, and finishing instincts around the basket. He plays well through contact, both as a finisher and rebounder, and alters...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase (Part One)
6’5 ’26 Kendreyas White (1 of 1 Michigan) Between his size, athleticism, and generally impactful two-way presence, it’s easy to appreciate all the things White brings to this group. He’s an explosive athlete with long arms and a high motor, which naturally allows him to overwhelm opponents on both ends of the floor. White highlighted a useful array of ball skills and perimeter ability, but was...
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Saturday Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase
5’11 ’26 Jeremiah Jackson (1 of 1 Elite) It doesn’t take long to see that Jackson is clearly the best three-point shooter in the gym (and probably the entire state of North Carolina). He’s an elite marksman who consistently hits shots off the catch, dribble, and coming off movement. Jackson possesses deep range and doesn’t require much space to get off clean looks. It’s rare to see him ever miss...
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Charlotte Aces Unsigned Duo Worthy of Attention from College Coaches
Last weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event featured a variety of intriguing individuals and teams across all age groups (including an abundance of noteworthy talent in the girls’ division). There were plenty of standouts across the board. Among those teams was Charlotte Aces Platinum, a program that consistently has an intriguing...
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Several Pieces Shining Bright for Stars Gold
Last weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event featured a variety of intriguing individuals and teams across all age groups (including an abundance of noteworthy talent in the girls’ division). There were plenty of standouts across the board. Among those teams was Stars Gold—one of the top programs in South Carolina. Let’s take a closer...
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