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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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2025 Isaac Ericksen leading the charge in a big way at Green Level
Player: Isaac EricksenHeight: 6’9Class: 2025School: Green Level About His Game: A very intriguing talent here in North Carolina, 2025 6’9 Isaac Ericksen from Green Level High School has been having a tremendous junior campaign. Averaging 17.2ppg, 8.1rpg, and 1.9apg, Ericksen brings a lot of versatility to the court with his game.
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Austin Collins Game Film: Team 3 vs Team 4Team 2 vs Team 4Team 1 vs Team 4NC Top 80 Semi-Final (1/4 vs 5/8) #13: 6
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Four Players Who Are Ready to Make the Leap
Every year, we see guys from all levels of basketball make
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Hoop State League (Championship, Day 1)
2024 Caden Caskey (Purple Knights): Caskey had a strong summer and continued on championship weekend at the Fall League. He continues to flourish as a scoring option, knocking down shots with confidence, creating, making high IQ decisions and reads, and understanding how to be an effective option. He averaged over 20+ points on Day 1 of the weekend. 2025 Darnerian Gibson (WS Christian): Gibson...
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POB
The Hoop State League has been tremendous so far… a lot of talent, a great chance to watch these teams in action early on, and players are competing. Trust me, there are a lot of names that have been catching my eye so far, which is why I wanted to share JUST A FEW NAMES that have really stood out to me through two weeks at the Hoop State League. Check out the wings that have impressed me...
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Player Standouts at Hoopstate Fall League
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Interest picking up on 2025 Isaac Ericksen
The Class of 2025 here in North Carolina is really starting to earn recognition, and one player of interest in the class is 2025 6
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Cooper
By: Cooper Hart 6
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SW15H Elite making a statement and bringing intriguing talent to the court
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Summer Havoc (Part 2)
2025 Brycen Redmon (Team EAT): Redmon put on a show early in the afternoon, going for 30 points and really showing his ability to mix it up offensively. He started off with his perimeter game going, confidently knocking down shots with range. But once they figured to get out on him, he was in full attack mode, making plays off the dribble and consistently getting to the free-throw line. 2025...
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Dawkins’ Standouts: Phenom Grassroots TOC
2026 Tyzhir Dyer (Team Charlotte 16U) Tyzhir Dyer embodies what high school coaches should look for in a freshman trusted with key varsity minutes. Aside from starting on variety as a freshman, Tyzhir exemplifies positive character traits consistently throughout the course of play. If you prioritize positive body language and visible response to coaching, Dyer is a player you
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Bendel
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the Rise Indoor Facility in Bermuda Run, North Carolina for another exciting three-day stretch of basketball. Between the competition, atmosphere, and overall talent, it was easy to be engaged in the action. There were a ton of notable standouts across the event, and this article will take a closer look at five personal favorites…...
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Cooper
By: Cooper Hart With public school basketball starting this past Friday, I was able to catch three games live over the weekend. Fuquay-Varina @ Holly SpringsGreen Level @ Willow SpringHeritage @ SE Raleigh Isaac Ericksen – Sophomore – Green Level Isaac dominated inside for the Gators in their win over Willow Spring on Friday night. Isaac finished as the second-leading scorer with 14...
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Wake Co Hoops: Watchlist 2025
Our final watchlist of the season highlights this year
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Breaking Down Phenom Hoops
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Prospects to Know in North Carolina
The last few days have been flooded with discussions about rankings, their value, and what it entails for these young prospects. Whether justified or not, the crosshairs are currently being aimed at those making decisions within the national spotlight. Understandably, saying
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Five North Carolina Freshmen Worth Noting
Given the release of our rankings for North Carolina
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Notable Young Prospects from Grassroots Tip-Off Classic
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops held our annual Grassroots Tip-Off Classic at the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event was loaded with an abundance of entertaining programs from throughout the region and beyond. While most of the excitement was centered around the debuts various shoe-circuit teams and specific matchups between older squads, there were also a...
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Phenom 150 Session II Camp Evaluations: Team 10
Team 10 Coach: Austin Collins #65: 5
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