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2025 6’8 Icare Bakadisula (Concord Academy) back on the court and ready to thrive

Player: Icare BakadisulaClass: 2025Height: 6’8School: Concord Academy Concord Academy has been a steady and reliable program that has produced some strong talent over the years. And that seems to be continuing, though there are a few underrated prospects that could be strong steals at the next level. One of those players who is back in action this season is 2025 6’8 Icare Bakadisula. We said...

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2026 6’4 Logan Johnson (Ambassador Christian) rising up the ranks in NC

Player: Logan JohnsonClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Ambassador Christian A player that has been clearly elevating and rising the ranks here in North Carolina has been 2026 6’4 Logan Johnson, but it had been some time since seeing the young man on the court.  From watching him at United Faith to getting our latest viewing at the Carmel Tip-Off with Ambassador Christian, we quickly saw the...

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Asheville School brings sneaky next-level talent to check out

The Carmel Tip-Off brought a ton of talent to Matthews (NC) this past weekend, and the Asheville School was one we were really eager to see to start the season. We were disappointed, as the duo of 2026 Heimir Helgason and 20225 Miki Gacic both finished with 26 points in an impressive win, and they clearly should have put their names on more radars for college programs. We dive more into their...

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2026 Yohance Connor continuing to progress and add more to his game

Player: Yohance ConnorClass: 2026Height: 6’3School: Combine Academy Combine Academy continues to reload with talent from last year, and this year’s team certainly is fun to watch.  A team that is mostly made up of guards, Combine Academy is able to flourish and play at a high pace this year with speed and shot-making ability.  One player that we were eager to watch and see how he has...

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2025 6’7 Josiah Parker (Combine Academy) puts his name with the best here in NC

Player: Josiah ParkerClass: 2025Height: 6’7School: Combine AcademyCommitted to: The season has kicked off and high school basketball fans are getting a chance to see several new names here in North Carolina.  There are plenty of new talents that came into the state this past offseason and they all are looking to make a statement this coming season.  Well, we may have our first player on the list...

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Carmel Guards are sneaky prospects to look out for

Carmel Christian has produced some strong talent, whether it has been well-known names that have gone to D1 programs or players that have been a bit underrated and have contributed to other programs.  When talking about this year’s group, 2025 Bryce Slay will get plenty of attention, but we are here to talk about three guards that can and have produced in the past, and could be sneaky gets for...

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2026 6’4 AJ Washington shines big at Carmel Tip Off; one to watch more

Player: AJ WashingtonClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Davidson Day There were plenty of players who stepped up early at the Carmel Tip-Off with Phenom Hoops over the weekend, as we look to highlight players that caught our eyes. One prospect that certainly garnered our attention with his play was 2026 6’4 AJ Washington from Davidson Day, as he stepped up HUGE for his team with 26 points to help...

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More Names To Know From The Carmel Tip Off

The Carmel Tip Off Classic continues to draw nationally ranked teams and top-tier players every year setting the stage for an exciting high school season with Phenom Hoops. As the games unfolded, several prospects emerged with key performances and breakout moments, leaving a lasting impression on everyone in attendance. Here are some guys that deserve some more attention. 2025 Chandler Kennedy...

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The King of the Court: 2027 6’5 King Gibson shines big at Carmel Tip-Off

Player: King GibsonClass: 2027Height: 6’5School: The Burlington School The first high school event of the season with Phenom Hoops was off the charts and certainly memorable. Some of the top players were on display throughout the event, but the player who may have stolen the show and had the best overall showing was 2027 6’5 King Gibson from The Burlington School. Gibson is a well-known name...

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POB’s Storylines from #CarmelTipOff

The high school season has tipped off for Phenom Hoops and one of the best events tipped off in Matthews (NC) with the Carmel Tip-Off. Nationally ranked teams and players were in attendance for this one, and there were quite a few storylines that we walked away with throughout the event. But these were the ones that stood out the most for us. 2027 6’5 King Gibson makes his claim as the top...

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Big-Time Performances from #CarmelTipOff

2026 AJ Washington (Davidson Day): Washington came up big for his team on Day 1, scoring 26 big points in what was an overtime thriller for Davidson Day vs. TBS.  Washington is a big-bodied guard who shows his comfort level from behind the arc. He does a great job in finding the open spots on the court, and he doesn’t lack confidence in rising up and knocking them down from behind the arc. But...

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Carmel Tip Off Game Recaps (Saturday)

Check out all the game recaps and stats from Saturday at the #CarmelTipOff with #PhenomHoops Westminster Catawba vs. Asheville School Day 2 got underway with Westminster Catawba and Asheville School, and both teams brought intriguing prospects to watch out for. Asheville School got things going early on and stayed consistent throughout, as 2025 Miki Gacic had things rolling all throughout while...

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Carmel Tip Off Game Recaps (Friday)

Check out all the recaps and stats from Friday night at the #CarmelTipOff with #PhenomHoops. Davidson Day vs. Burlington School It was a tremendous matchup to start the event, with two teams that have proven before the be title contenders. They also brought two big-time talents to the court in 2025 Isaiah Denis and 2027 King Gibson, as they proved that throughout the game. Gibson started off...

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Carmel Tip Off Storylines (Day 2) (Part 2)

Saturday – November 9 4:30 pm – Queens Grant vs. Gaston Christian6:00 pm – Combine Academy vs. Winston-Salem Christian7:30 pm – Carmel Christian vs. Burlington School Introduction to Queen’s Grant young stars Queen’s Grant is going to be a team that many will want to watch this upcoming season, and one of the first times many will get a chance to watch them is at the Carmel Tip-Off.  Talking...

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Phenom Storylines at Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2) (Part 1)

Saturday – November 9 12:00 pm – Westminster Catawba vs. Asheville School1:30 pm – Concord Academy vs. Victory Christian3:00 pm – Ambassador Christian vs. Grace Christian Event Page/ Tickets: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/phenom-hoops-events/carmel-christian-tip-off-classic-presented-by-phenom-hoops-details-page/ Underrated Talent to Start the Day The Westminster Catawba vs. Asheville School...

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Phenom Storylines at Carmel Tip-Off (Day 1)

Friday, November 8 5:00 pm – Davidson Day vs. Burlington School6:30 pm – Combine Academy vs. Burlington Christian8:00 pm – Carmel Christian vs. Grace Christian Event Info/ Page: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/phenom-hoops-events/carmel-christian-tip-off-classic-presented-by-phenom-hoops-details-page/ Davidson Day Looking to Start Strong in Defending its Title During the start of the season,...

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Phenom Hoops Announcement: Carmel Tip-Off bringing elite talent to the court once again

The high school season will be here before you know it and if you have been looking forward to some of the upcoming releases of schedules, Phenom Hoops has you covered with the BEST event to kick off the season. The Carmel Tip-Off is a nationally recognized event that brings elite talent and premier teams to the court, and this year may be the best schedule we have ever had. We are counting down...

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The High School Season is Approaching Quickly with #PhenomHoops

Every year, Phenom Hoops has been able to put together a LOADED high school schedule for teams and fans all around the region. And we might have to say that 2024 may be our best year yet!! Below, you will see all our upcoming events and dates with Phenom Hoops, as we will have nationally ranked teams, state champions, and elite-level talent on the court at each. Start marking your calendars...

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Carmel Tip-Off All-Tournament Team

1st Team 2025 Eli Ellis (Moravian Prep)2024 Josh Bullock (Northside Christian)2024 Zion Walker (TBS)2025 Abu Yarmah (Moravian Prep)2024 Kameron Taylor (Carmel Christian)2024 Iverson King (Forsyth Country Day)2025 Jaylen Cross (Caldwell Academy)2025 Isaiah Henry (Cannon)2024 Bobby Cannon (Forsyth Country Day)2024 Austin Swartz (Cannon) 2nd Team 2024 Steven McLeod (Grace Christian)2024 Kyrell Shaw...

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2025 6’6 Abu Yarmah should garner more attention

A player that captured more eyes his way this past weekend at the Carmel Tip-Off was 2025 6’6 Abu Yarmah for Moravian Prep. The athletic, physical prospect was able to showcase his shot-making ability and range, to go along with his athleticism. We had high praise after his Day 2 showing, in which we had this to say: “Yarmah continues to flourish as a shooter, showing that he is much more than a...

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Making a Statement: 2024 Kameron Taylor (Carmel Christian)

Player: Kameron TaylorClass: 2024School: Carmel Christian There are so many storylines coming from the Carmel Tip-Off this past weekend, as well as many players seeing their stock rise and leaving an impression on our scouts.  But we may have to say that the biggest stock riser that we may have had at the event was 2024 Kameron Taylor from Carmel Christian. Taylor is a long prospect that...

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Young Names to Learn from Carmel Tip-Off

2027 King Gibson (TBS): There was no doubt about it, Gibson really introduced himself as a player to watch nationally in the Class of 2027. He has a lot to offer early on with his game and impressed with his overall feel, impact, and upside in his game. Not only did he excel in creating for himself and making plays at the basket, but also made strong plays defensively as well. The blend of size,...

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Dynamic Duos/ Stockrisers/ Players to Watch – Carmel Tip-Off

The Carmel Tip-Off was off the charts this past weekend in Matthews, as we walked away with plenty of storylines and learned a lot about the teams in action throughout. Check out all the articles that have been posted, but we wanted to bring you a few topics that grabbed our attention: Dynamic Duos/ Stockrisers/ Names to Watch Dynamic Duos in North Carolina 2024 Austin Swartz and 2025 Isaiah...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2, Part 2)

2024 Josh Bullock (Northside Christian): Bullock continued to have a strong showing throughout the event. He is a tough, rugged guard who excels out in transition and shows his quickness with the ball in his hands. Bullock creates well around defenders, getting paint touches, and either scoring or dishing. He is a guard that impacts and competes in a variety of ways and showed that consistently...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian vs. Gaston Christian

Last game of the event, Carmel Christian and Gaston Christian went to battle in this exciting and heated matchup. Both teams came in and had their strengths, and it looked to be the leaders that would step up in this one. Carmel Christian was able to get the early lead at the end for the first quarter 12-7, with 2024 Kam Taylor and 2025 Bryce Slay leading the charge. Gaston Christian’s big man...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Forsyth Country Day vs. Cannon

Gam 5 on Day 2, as Forsyth Country Day was back in action to take on Cannon. Forsyth was looking to back up an impressive Day 1 victory against a Cannon team looking to bounce back from a Friday loss. Cannon came out with something to prove early on, jumping out to a quick 14-0 lead before FCDS had to call a timeout. Eventually, FCDS was able to get on the board but found themselves down 23-8 at...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Moravian Prep vs. Northside Christian

We headed into the afternoon and night games, as Moravian Prep and Northside Christian were back in action on Day 2 at the Carmel Tip-Off.  Moravian Prep and the outside shooting came out red hot early in the first quarter, as they were able to jump out to a quick double-digit lead. But Northside was able to settle down and get going offensively, cutting the lead to 24-18 at the end of the...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2, Part 1)

2024 Steven McLeod (Gaston Christian): McLeod stepped up big for his team throughout the game and in so many ways. A strong two-way prospect on the court, McLeod brings energy to the floor. He can be scrappy and intense defensively, is a vocal leader for his team, and does a great job in embracing contact and getting downhill.  But he also competes in all other ways, as he led the way for...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: TBS vs. Concord Academy

The day continued on, as The Burlington School returned to Carmel Christian and took on Concord Academy.  After a tough loss on Day 1, TBS was looking to come out strong and that they did on both ends against Concord Academy.  2024 Zion Walker continued to lead the charge offensively, while others like 2025 Devin Simms, 2025 Kaden Hammond, 2024 Ty Outlaw, and others brought a balanced...

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