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Swift Sports P32 Comes to North Carolina and Shines with Intriguing Talent
Swift Sports P32 made the trip up from Florida to Bermuda Run for the Phenom Hardwood Classic, and the program quickly made its presence felt. Bringing a talented group to North Carolina, several players stepped up and caught the attention of our scouts with their production, skill, and competitiveness throughout the weekend. Here’s what was said about some of the standouts that made their mark....
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Elite 1 17u Proving to be a Premier Program in the Region
Elite 1 17u continues to solidify itself as one of the premier programs in the region, consistently showcasing talent, toughness, and high-level production across the board. With multiple players stepping up and making strong impressions already this season, this group has proven it can compete with anyone while continuing to develop prospects that command attention. Here’s what has been said so...
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All Carolina 17u Earning Respect this Summer with Strong Play
All Carolina 17u is quickly building momentum this summer, turning heads with its consistent play and collective toughness on the court. With a balanced attack, unselfish approach, and multiple players stepping up in key moments, this group continues to earn respect against strong competition. As the summer progresses, All Carolina 17u is proving to be a team that competes, produces, and demands...
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2029 6’4 Marcus Cadet (SW15H Elite) displaying intriguing early potential
Player: Marcus CadetSchool: Cary AcademyClass: 2029Height: 6’4 SW15H Elite has been a strong program over the years and continues to bring intriguing talent to the courts. That trend continues with their 2029 team, as there are plenty of names you will be hearing about down the road. We have written about several of them in the past, but we are now looking to highlight a prospect that has a lot...
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HYAA Elite Gray proving to be a premier team this summer
Phenom Hoops is a platform that allows all teams, circuit and independent, to shine on the biggest stage, and one of the early storylines of the spring/summer has been the play of HYAA Elite 2027 Gray, as this group has performed extremely well and has shown that they are a team to take notice of a lot more in the coming months. We dive into a big of what we have seen so far. 2027 Braylon...
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AWigg Elite 2029 Presenting Names to Learn Quickly in North Carolina
AWigg Elite 2029 continues to build a reputation as a program loaded with young talent, and this group out of North Carolina is one college programs and fans should start tracking early. With a mix of skill, athleticism, and developing feel, several prospects are already showing flashes of what they could become down the line. As they continue to grow and gain exposure on the Phenom Hoops...
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What Was Said from Lady Phenom: Phenom Hardwood Classic
The Phenom Hardwood Classic once again delivered a strong stage for talent to shine, as teams and players brought energy, competitiveness, and high-level play throughout the event. From established names continuing to produce to new prospects making their presence felt, there was no shortage of storylines across the weekend. Everyone had plenty to take away, as several players elevated their...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part 2)
2027 Jaden McCandies (All Carolina) The 6’6 long prospect was able to really shine on the big stage this weekend for his team, bring a driving force and a matchup problem for teams. With his blend of length, skillset, fluidity out in transition, and shot-making from multiple levels, McCandies brings value in an array of areas on the floor. He was able to really showcase his full...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part 1)
2027 Palmer Chase (SW15H Elite) Chase was one of the best players at the event in my opinion, especially when it comes to opening eyes more of what he had to offer. The 6’6 forward was looking to rip the rims off with multiple thunderous dunks, as well as showing touch around the basket. But his ability to stretch the floor and be a threat from inside and out should have college coaches’...
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POB’s Day 1 Eye Catchers from Hardwood Classic (Part 3)
2029 Marcus Cadet (SW15H Elite) Cadet is a name that continues to stand out with his advanced feel and overall approach to the game. At 6’4, he brings great positional size to the guard spot, paired with strong IQ and a natural understanding of how to control the floor. Cadet operates smoothly, making plays within the flow while showing versatility on both ends. A true leader with a well-rounded...
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POB’s Day 1 Eye Catchers from Hardwood Classic (Part 2)
2026 Luca Sarnowska (CP3 USS) Sarnowska delivered an all-around scoring performance, consistently finding ways to put points on the board. He plays with relentless energy and a fearless mentality, embracing contact and attacking downhill with purpose. Sarnowska finishes strong through defenders and competes at a high level on every possession. His toughness, motor, and ability to produce make...
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POB’s Day 1 Eye Catchers from Hardwood Classic (Part 1)
2028 Omari Whiteside (Most Hated NC) Whiteside is a guard to keep an eye on this summer, as he is coming off another strong high school season. He continues to thrive with his ability to be a multi-level scorer, comfortably operating off the bounce, scoring with touch and getting paint touches, as well as an effective option from the perimeter. 2028 Trivett Kennedy (NC Spartans Kruger) Kennedy...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part Two)
6’3 ’28 Trevor Holland (CP3 EYCL) There are so many impactful pieces on this roster, and Holland always seems to find ways to assert himself. He’s a well-rounded guard with a nice blend of size, skill, and athleticism. Holland is a polished scorer from all levels who can create for himself and others or produce as an off-ball threat. He’s able to fill it up in a variety of different ways, but...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part One)
6’5 ’25 Elliott Erlandsson (NC Spartans Henderson) Given everything he did throughout the weekend, it’s easy to see the college-level ability Erlandsson possesses. He’s a natural glue-guy who can do a little bit of everything on the court. Erlandsson has the size, skill, and athleticism to operate in various different roles. He’s a useful scorer from all levels with a willingness to set up...
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Talent continues to be found with Bricksquad Monopoly program
Bricksquad Monopoly was able to come to the Hardwood Classic and many names will be back in action at the Phenom Hoops LIVE. This is a growing yet talented program that brings plenty of names for college programs. Check out a few names that were on display and what was as of late. 2025 6’2 Trevor BestOffers: Arizona State, Cincinnati, Hampton, Norfolk StateInterests: James Madison, UMass,...
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NLPB Team Select represents what the NLPB program is all about
By: Nailah Thomas Next Level Prospects Basketball, also known as NLPB, is a travel basketball team from all over including players from Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Initiated by Jake Senyo several years ago, he “formed a program that has a bigger goal. The more kids you can get together and help, that’s what it’s all about,” Coach Joe Cassell said from NLPB Team...
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Player Spotlight: 2024 6’4 Alius Bowser
Player: Alius BowserClass: 2024Height: 6’4School: Victory Christian The amount of talent here in North Carolina for the Class of 2024 runs deep, and there are several players that programs should start looking at more and that can help. One player that we wanted to shed more light on is 2024 6’4 Alius Bowser, as we have seen him countless times and he continues to bring production to the...
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2024 Miles Beard (Team Charlotte) showing more to his game
2024 Miles Beard has been a player that has produced each time he steps on the court but this summer, he has shown that he continues to add more and expand his game. Beard, who has been playing this summer for Team Charlotte, should be one that college coaches take a look at more as he continues to show how effective he can be from a variety of levels. Watching him before, Beard is one...
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2025 Kareem Stagg finishing the summer off strong
Coming into the Phenom Hardwood Classic, we were excited about getting a view of 2025 6’8 Kareem Stagg with Boo Williams, and the 6’8 prospect didn’t disappoint while also bringing intrigue with his game. Stagg is one that has seen his recruitment start to take off, as schools like Providence, VCU, Texas A&M, Maryland, and Saint Louis have all offered this year. And when you...
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Cooper’s Notes: Phenom Hardwood Classic
By: Cooper Hart 6’8” ’25 Cash McSweeney (SW15H Elite) McSweeney showcased a ton of perimeter growth in two high profile matchups on Saturday. He looks much more confident in his outside shot, evidenced by his quicker release, cleaner footwork, and overall willingness to shoot it when open. He’s more comfortable attacking closeouts and creating for himself outside of 15 feet. His ability to...
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Carolina Pressure continues to bring the pressure
By: Nailah Thomas Carolina Pressure’s basketball program from Columbia, South Carolina is very loyal to Phenom Hoops. Coach Cameron and his team always show up in South Carolina and North Carolina, and this weekend was no different as the program really impressed throughout the Phenom Hardwood Classic. The Carolina Pressure program always seems to bring talent that should be showcased, and they...
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Coach Tony’s Hidden Treasures: Hardwood Classic
2026 6’3 Jack Siegel (CC Elite 2026) – Jack has thoroughly impressed me these last few weekends. He can handle the ball and score with the best of them. He’s really crafty with his scoring. Shoots the 3 ball with great consistency. Yet he gets others involved when the defense starts to focus on him. He should be on most coaches’ 2026 board. 2024 6’5 Xavier Peaks (Wildcats Elite...
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Put on your Watch List: 2026 6’7 Josiah Sanders
The Phenom Hardwood Classic has come and gone, and the amount of talent on the court for the event was impressive. It provided our scouts to get more eyes on players to watch for, and one player that I was personally excited about watching more was 2026 6’7 Josiah Sanders. Sanders was one that grabbed our attention in June with Berean Baptist Academy, and he backed it up with Boo Williams...
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Grant Hamilton Becoming Criminally Under-Recruited
Over the years, there has been a common theme amongst college coaches and their evaluation process of recruits. Too often, programs are fixated on what they think players cannot do as opposed to focusing on the positives. No one is advocating for high-majors to take an undersized, unathletic, non-skilled player—but difference-makers come in all types of shapes and sizes. After playing...
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Making a statement: Phenom Hardwood Classic
Grant Hamilton 2024 Desmond Kent (BSA Supreme): With the matchups that BSA Supreme had lined up, this was a HUGE opportunity for Kent to really make a statement, and he did just that. Kent, a rising prospect that continues to go above and beyond expectations, put on a show all throughout against some impressive talent. He showed that he belongs and that college coaches shouldn’t be waiting; the...
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Phenom International: Dubai Tribe leaves its mark this summer
By: Nailah Thomas Coming from overseas, Dubai brought its talent to North Carolina and South Carolina this summer to showcase its talent! Every game they played was intense and they managed to keep several of the games close, as it was an experience for the entire program to get adjusted more to the game here in the US. “For my guys, some came last year so for them it’s just adding another level...
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Hardwood Classic Standouts (Class of 2023)
2023 Tyrese Melo (Run the Citi): Melo was back in action with Phenom Hoops, and it was good to see more about his game and what he can provide on the court. Last year, you really got a chance to see more of his scoring impact, but now he has been mixing it up in showing how he can help run a team on the court. On Day 3 though, Melo was quite impressive vs. CP3 in going back to being a big-time...
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Reece’s Standouts: Phenom Hardwood Classic (Day 2)
2027 Alex Dauska (CC Elite) In practically every area, Alex exceeds the expectations of a normal rising freshman. For his age, he has unmatched strength and build at the guard spot and is completely under control to put his tools to work. The moves he makes to score showcase not only his advanced skillset and strength, but also his feel and understanding of manipulating defense, passing and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Hardwood Classic (Part 1)
2025 Bryson Mickey (NC Spartans): Can’t deny the performance this young man had to start the day on Day 2, as he went off for 32 points in the first half and was making play after play, shot after shot. Whatever he wanted, he was hitting at 8am today; knocking down threes, scoring off the bounce, showing his touch with his floater, and just simply playing with a ton of tenacity. 2025 Jaden...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Hardwood Classic (Part 2)
2023 Kaelan Marsh (Cap City): Second week on the Phenom Hoops platform that Marsh could be a late grab and does a great job in making and creating opportunities for himself. He can knock down shots from outside with a smooth effortless release, but also gave a glimpse of his ability to make plays off the bounce as well. 2024 Cooper Kowalski (Charleston Raptors): It has been the breakout...
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