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Phenom Summer Showcase: Underrated Athletes Standouts
Chane Bynum – 6’8 Forward | Class of 2026 | 1 of 1 Elite Bynum made a lasting impression with his blend of physical tools and natural fluidity. At 6’8, he moves exceptionally well for his size, showing smooth mobility, a confident mid-range stroke, and flashes of ball-handling in the open floor. He’s comfortable facing up, defending multiple positions, and impacting the game without needing the...
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College-Worthy Prospects from Summer Showcase
2026 Nicholas McLean (1of1 Elite) McLean is one I was eager to see, especially to check out his improvement and overall development. He didn’t disappoint as he showed his growth as a player, both with his skillset and overall frame. McLean has gotten bigger and stronger, and is looking much more confident with his overall feel. He scored well around the basket, whether it is with touch or...
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The Emergence of 1 of 1 Elite
By: Khalil Shakir LJ Rush | LJ Rush has been on an absolute tear this summer, showcasing his ability to score in volume in a wide variety of ways while making a consistent impact on both ends of the floor. His elite athleticism and lightning-quick first step make him a nightmare to defend, LJ plays with impressive control, dictating the tempo and operating at his own pace, never looking rushed...
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Phenom Summer Showcase Lady Standouts
By: Khalil Shakir Reagan Rivers | Lady No Lacking | Reagan is a dynamic and versatile scorer with a high basketball IQ and a natural feel for the game. She’s a consistent perimeter shooter, which forces defenders to play her tight and opens up driving lanes and playmaking opportunities for both herself and her teammates. Reagan plays with impressive patience, rarely forcing bad shots, and...
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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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Young Prospects Making a Name: Phenom Summer Showcase
2029 Ethan Jones (XLXB)“2029 Ethan Jones (XLXB Royals) successfully leads a team through consistently making the right reads over and over, has the skills to capitalize in various scenarios, comfortably composed handling pressure and controls the game with his pace.” 2029 Carter Gambill (CSF)“2029 Carter Gambill put together a strong 18-point outing, showcasing his size, versatility, and soft...
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Hidden Gems from Phenom Summer Showcase
2026 Chad Graves (1of1 Elite) Graves is one that I’ve talked about in the past as being a prospect for college programs. Graves has the stature and strength to compete at the college level, and he brings a nice interior presence to the court. He can finish at the rim, bring a physical force down low that battles on either end, and has shown a development in his overall feel for the game. Graves...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Showcase (Saturday, Part 2)
2026 Eli Brown (Upstate Hornets) Brown may not always get the recognition he deserves, but no one can say that this young man doesn’t produce, and we are here to recognize that. The big man continues to be a force on the court, carving out space, operating strong and with good footwork/feel in the paint, and can be a factor with his outside game. Every time we get a chance to watch him, he makes...
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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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Phenom Summer Showcase Saturday Morning Standouts
Tate Robinson | Team Stacked 10U | Tate Robinson had a great showing as he showcased his ability to shoot it from range and get downhill scoring easy baskets inside. He can handle the ball under pressure and find open teammates. Robinson has a good IQ and a solid understanding of how to move without the ball. He played a major part in his team’s success. Dek Fairburn | AR Swamp Foxes 10U | Dek...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Showcase (Saturday, Part 1)
2026 Sherrod White (Kernersville Bulls) White really grabbed my attention with his play to start the day. The 6’3 prospect brings a lot of versatility to the floor with his impact and ability to operate inside and out. White did a great job in finishing in the paint, showing touch and feel, but was also comfortable from the perimeter. I really liked his overall motor, his ability to create...
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Phenom Player Profile: 2027 Andrew Rogers
Player: Andrew RogersClass: 2027Height: 6’6School: DudleyAAU: CP3 DLee Freshman Season Stats: 6.8ppg, 6.6rpg at Dudley High School We are in the thick of things here at Phenom Hoops and summer ball, as we are getting our eyes on more players around the area. One player that we watched this past high school season was 2027 Andrew Rogers at Dudley, and he was back on the court with Phenom...
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2028 Trevor Holland and 2028 Jeremiah Thomas are two prospects to remember
Phenom Hoops continues to highlight young prospects that will be popping up on radars in the coming years, and two prospects that have been making a strong impact this season and making a name for themselves have been 2028 Jeremiah Thomas and 2028 Trevor Holland from CP3 DLee. For Holland, he has been a strong option on the court, presenting good size, a fluid feel, and the ability to create off...
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Making a Name for Himself: 2026 Onur Kurucu (ACE SD Elite)
Player: Onur KurucuClass: 2026School: Porter RidgeAAU: ACE SD Elite Summer after summer, year after year, some players elevate their play and start earning the attention of our scouts here at Phenom Hoops. So far this summer, there have been plenty of prospects taking the next step and showing more of their capabilities. One player that certainly fits in that category has been 2026 forward Onur...
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Putting Your Name On the Radar: Phenom Summer Showcase
2027 Xavier Williams (DB Elite): Williams was a player who grabbed our attention with his scoring presence, putting on multiple offensive performances that even included a coming-out party with 33 points vs. WCBA. The 2027 prospect was able to help carry the weight offensively, scoring and making big plays on both sides of the floor. He was excellent in his ability to attack downhill,...
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Breakout Type Season' 2026 6’4 Kaleel Benjamin
Player: Kaleel BenjaminClass: 2026School: Sun Valley The summer keeps rolling along and Phenom Hoops continues to develop new storylines to watch. One player that intrigued us this weekend at the Phenom Summer Showcase was 2026 6’4 Kaleel Benjamin from Sun Valley and CP3 Academy. Benjamin is an intriguing prospect with his blend of size at 6’4, versatility, and his steady growth. Over the...
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Looking to Lead the Charge: 2026 6’4 Cameron Fowler (Northwood)
Player: Cameron FowlerClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: NorthwoodAAU: Rising Pro Training Before you know it, the travel ball season will be ending soon and the high school season will be tipping off once again. But what travel ball has been teaching us a bit are players that a ready to take the next step coming into the season. A program that we were eager to see this weekend at the Phenom...
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Continuing to come together: 2027 6’5 Keyonee “KJ” Terry
Player: Keyonee “KJ” TerryClass: 2027Height: 6’5School: South Granville High School Stats: 8.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 2.3apg, 2.4spg Time sure does fly in the basketball world, as it was early a year ago when Phenom Hoops introduced 2027 Keyonee Terry as one to watch in the class of 2027 here in North Carolina. And now fast-forward to the Phenom Summer Showcase, we had a chance to watch him yet...
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Mint Hill Lakers Backcourt Foursome Making Noise
6’2 ’24 Gray Madeira Often tasked with running the team and controlling the offense, Maderia is a fairly well-rounded guard prospect. He’s a knockdown shooter with the ability to apply pressure off the catch or bounce and effectively make an impact with or without the ball in his hands. Madeira creates well for himself and others, moves well without the ball, and is able to adapt to whatever the...
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Five Notable Young Prospects from Phenom Summer Showcase
6’6 ’26 Aidan Rousseau (WCBA) After hearing consistent buzz from cohorts about WCBA, it was time to get a closer look at them with the full team in attendance. Everything being stated was true, specifically in regards to Aidan Rousseau–who stood out as a legitimate prospect and someone who should be warranting more attention throughout the state. Though somewhat unassuming at first glance,...
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Player Spotlight: 2025 Xavier Bland
By: Kevin Moses Xavier Bland of the VA Warriors put on a blue-collar efficiency clinic this weekend. Xavier was nearly flawless from three-point range, only missing three shots from there all weekend; a pure sniper. When he shot you almost knew without a doubt it was a bucket. He never took one bad or forced shot either. And in two games he went 100 percent from three. Xavier also only missed 1...
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Keyonee Terry Emerging as a Notable Prospect
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Summer Showcase, which essentially bridges the gap between the spring travel ball season and the high school Live periods in June. There were plenty of notable teams and individual performers on display across all age groups. That being said, The Humble Gentz were quietly among the most entertaining teams in attendance—and Keyonee Terry is a huge...
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Phenom Summer Showcase Champions
It was a great overall weekend, with teams competing and ultimately walking away a champion. Check out all the champions from the weekend at the Summer Showcase. 17u Bracket: Team Legend16u Bracket: NC Spartans Henderson15u Bracket: Team DeVoe 202614u Bracket: WCBA 202713u Bracket: Charlotte Royals 202812u Bracket: CP3BA Select6th Grade Russell11u Bracket: CP3BA Select Joyner10u Bracket: Surry...
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Players that deserve more looks: Phenom Summer Showcase (Class of 2024)
2024 Michael Wilson: Wilson, who will now be playing for Fork Union Academy in Virginia this upcoming season, is a player that I believe deserves more attention and could be a valuable piece for a future program. There are a lot of things that you can find in what he provides; his size, his strength, his ability to be effective from a variety of levels, and his IQ for the game. ...
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Young Players to Learn: Class of 2027 from Phenom Summer Showcase
2027 Keyonee Terry (The Gentz): It was the start of the event, but Terry was one that immediately caught my eye and intrigue and he didn’t disappoint throughout the event, as the 6’4 prospect is a name that I would be jotting down and watching a lot more. He has the size, the length, and has a nice early feel; he showed glimpses of his ability to create and get downhill, use his wingspan to...
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Coopers Notes – Phenom Summer Showcase Day 3
By: Cooper Hart 5’10” ’26 Tyler Gibson (PSB Richmond/Manchester) Gibson thrived as your classic “bulldog” style of guard. He was constantly initiating contact, making his opponents uncomfortable on both ends. His aggression when attacking the rim was noticeable and is always a positive trait in young guards. Gibson is a hounding on-ball defender that takes pride in stifling the point-of-attack....
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase
5’6 Bobby Montgomery Jr. (Carolina Premier) Despite his size, Montgomery was easily among the most impressive floor generals on display—regardless of age group. He’s smart, quick, and possesses a dynamic identity from the point guard position. Montgomery effortlessly breaks down opponents off the bounce, touches the paint at a high volume, and finishes or makes the correct read as a playmaker....
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Wingo’s Watch: Day 2 Standouts Phenom Summer Showcase
By: Brandon Wingo 2027 5’4 Ben Whitney (Carolina Tritons) Starting with one of the most intriguing 2027 players I saw yesterday, Ben Whitney has all makings of a future star floor general. He’s got an advanced handle for his age and can create offense in several ways. Multiple times yesterday he drove and made some impressive dump-offs to guys cutting and hitting the open man on the perimeter....
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Coopers Notes – Phenom Summer Showcase Day 2 (Part 2)
By: Cooper Hart 5’11” ’26 Hudson Fitzgerald (WCBA/Broughton) It felt like Fitzgerald hit everything he shot on Saturday. He’s got confidence and range like no one in his class. His extremely repeatable shooting mechanics make it so that he rarely misses more than two in a row and he’s one of those shooters that can hit 5-6 straight without getting too high (many shooters struggle after getting...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Showcase (Day 2, Part 2)
2025 Asa Henderson (Team Breakout): Henderson had a very good showing when we watched him. The 2025 prospect was able to not only display his ability to knock down threes, spread the floor, and shoot the ball with a ton of confidence, but he also was able to make good decisions, help run the offense, and make high IQ decisions on the court. Overall, it was a strong showing from the young...
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