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2026 Jyi Dawkins continues to see an uptick in his recruitment; talks newest offer and latest interests
Player: Jyi DawkinsClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Ben L. Smith Looking into the class of 2026 here in North Carolina, 2026 6’4 Jyi Dawkins has certainly been one that has been rising up the ranks and proving his game on the court. Dawkins has been leading the way this season for Garner Road, being a strong offensive creator and shot-maker on the floor. We recently wrote about his game in what we...
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2026 Ayden Johnson calls his future, commits to Merrimack
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Ayden JohnsonClass: 2026Committed to: Merrimack What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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2026 LJ Rush continues to flourish and impress on the court; discusses new offers and strong interests coming his way
One of the top guards in the state of North Carolina, 2026 LJ Rush came down to Rock Hill (SC) for the Phenom Summer Showcase and put on an impressive show. In watching him operate and dissect his opponents on the court, it was easy to see why schools are making him a primary target in the Class of 2026. Patrick O’Brien/ Phenom Hoops were able to catch up with the point guard from 1-of-1 Elite...
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Arizona State the first to offer 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed (Howard Pulley), other high-major schools looking his way
Player: Mustafa MohamedClass: 2027Height: 6’10School: South Saint Paul An intriguing prospect out of Minnesota, 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed has been catching some eyes with his play and overall intrigue. A lengthy wing that can score at the rim, make plays off the bounce, and score in a variety of ways, while also being a versatile overall piece on the court, Mohamed is able to flourish in an...
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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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Utah and Houston entering the mix for 2026 Josiah Sanders; discusses schools looking to visit
2026 Josiah Sanders has been a proven prospect over the years and is ranked by outlets as a Top-100 prospect, especially with his combination of size, feel, versatility, and overall skillset on the court. Holding multiple D1 offers from all over the country, Patrick O’Brien with Phenom Hoops caught up with Sanders at the Phenom Summer Showcase to see who has been making him a priority and a few...
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2026 Kohl Rosario becoming one of the hottest targets in the country; sets multiple visits in the next month
2026 Kohl Rosario entered the picture here in North Carolina just over a year ago and has made the biggest impression on scouts and college coaches so far. From holding a few offers to now being sought after by bluebloods, Rosario has been a hot topic for many. We spoke with Rosario to learn about the latest. Phenom Scouting Report: “Big fan of 2026 Kohl Rosario (CP3 EYBL 2026). He is going to...
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Kansas sends new offers out to 2027 Theo Edema and 2026 Trey Thompson
The recruiting world has been heating up this past month, as players from all over the country have been talking and earning offers from schools all over. Over the last day, Kansas has been making its mark with offers to a few familiar faces. 2027 7’0 Theo Edema and 2026 6’8 Trey Thompson recently announced that they had earned an offer from the Jayhawks. These two are familiar faces with Phenom...
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2026 6’6 Aaron Ekwere continuing to see an uptick in his recruitment
One of the best players that we saw at the Phenom MDC was 2026 Aaron Ekwere from GA Stunners. The 6’6 prospect was able to flourish and show why D1 schools of all levels are looking to recruit him, as he brought a strong blend of playmaking, facilitating, athleticism, scoring impact, and defensive presence. We were able to catch up with Ekwere about some of the latest going on, as he has...
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2025 Brett Freeman heading to Blacksburg, commits to Virginia Tech
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Brett FreemanClass: 2025Committed to: Virginia Tech What Has Been Said by Phenom...
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Latest Recruiting News: Offers Rolling Out for Players Around
It was a busy week and we have just gotten started, as offers have been rolling out with several familiar faces around. We hope to provide a list of new offers that have gone out from the Phenom G3 Live, along with some of the other offers that have gone out with players around the area. Phenom G3 Live 2026 Chaise Smith (Team Wall) received an offer from Shaw 2026 Connor Lavin (Team Loaded)...
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Phenom Player Profile: 2028 Tai Bell (Mater Lakes)
Player: Tai BellClass: 2028Height: 6’3School: Mater LakesAAU: SOH Elite Down in Florida, 2028 6’3 Tai Bell from Mater Lakes is quickly becoming a name worth monitoring early on, as he has been catching the attention of many early on. After an impressive freshman season in which he averaged 26ppg, Bell is now focused on showing more of his game this summer on the big stage. The dynamic two-way...
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2027 5’10 Khanye Moss talks first D1 offer and more interests
A guard that we talked heavily about last year was 2027 Khanye Moss from Mater Lakes Academy, as the 5’10 point guard was electric on the court when we watched him on the court. He is picking up right where he left off last year, as Moss has been looking to make another statement this summer with Nightrydas. He recently announced that he had earned his first D1 offer from Jacksonville,...
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Schools Staying Strong with 2026 6’6 Jayden Johnson (Indy Heat)
Summer ball is up and going for teams all around the country, as Phenom Hoops continues to highlight players we have watched. Our very own Patrick O’Brien has been reviewing the tape and diving into the Circuits, recently watching the action in the EYBL, as we hope to highlight more players. We recently had a chance to watch 2026 6’6 Jayden Johnson from Indy Heat, as he looks to impress college...
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2026 Chaise Smith talks latest offer from Presbyterian, other in-state interests
Player: Chaise SmithClass: 2026AAU: Team LoadedSchool: Washington HS 2026 6’2 Chaise Smith, from Washington High School and Team Loaded, has certainly been a familiar name around the state of North Carolina. He has shown himself to be an electric scoring guard who can fill it up, bring athleticism, and is one who plays with flair. Recently, our own Jeff Bendel said that he is a player who should...
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2027 Chase Branham seeing recruitment starting to take off
Player: Chase BranhamClass: 2027Height: 6’3AAU: KC Run GMC Rolling back to last summer with Phenom Hoops on deck for the USA Club Championship, we had an opportunity to watch a young guard who grabbed the attention of our scouts. A player that had yet to really take off regarding recruitment, 2028 6’3 Chase Branham is now catching the eyes of many at the next level with strong offers and...
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2026 Justin Caldwell starting to BLOW UP on the recruiting trail
Player: Justin CaldwellSchool: Berean BaptistHeight: 6’9AAU: Washington Warriors 2026 6’9 Justin Caldwell has been an absolute force no matter where he has played, and he continues to bring that physicality to the court this summer in what could be a big recruiting time for him. Caldwell has a lot of intangibles in his game that you have to love, especially with his ability to bully opponents in...
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2026 BJ Brown (Upward Stars) talks first D1 offer
Player: BJ BrownHeight: 6’5School: Sumter HSTravel Ball: Upward Stars Going down to South Carolina, we were able to catch up with a familiar face in 2026 6’5 BJ Brown from Sumter High School, a prospect we believe could be a nice hidden gem from the state. Patrick O’Brien has highlighted him in the past, saying that he should be a sneaky target for D1 schools for what he offers. Here is what has...
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Schools targeting 2026 6’4 Jason Singleton Jr.; talks latest offer and more
Player: Jason Singleton Jr.Class: 2026Height: 6’4School: Columbus Academy Looking up north, Phenom Hoops recently got in touch with Jason Singelton Jr., a 6’4 prospect that has been garnering a lot of attention in the new year and racking up some strong offers. The son of Jason Singleton, who attended Ohio State and made a trip to the Final Four in 1999, Singleton Jr. is now carving out a name...
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2025 Jullien Cole picking up offers late from programs
Player: Jullien ColeClass: 2025School: Academy Prep Phenom Hoops continues to highlight players around the country, from a variety of states and for a variety of levels, as we recently caught up with a familiar face in 2025 Jullien Cole. Cole, who once played in North Carolina before heading to Georgia, has had a strong few month,s including his time in Rock Hill (SC) at the Phenom PG Nationals....
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2026 Jyi Dawkins (Garner Road) proving himself to start the summer
Player: Jyi DawkinsClass: 2026School: Ben L. SmithAAU: Garner Road A player that has been leaving his mark early on this summer has been 2026 Jyi Dawkins from Garner Road 17u. A player that we had a great opportunity to watch this past high school season, and right before the circuit at the Seros Open, Dawkins has clearly elevated his level to start the summer. Phenom Hoops had this to say just...
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Big Names continue to enter the picture for 2026 Trey Thompson
Player: Trey ThompsonClass: 2026High School: Greenville High SchoolAAU: Tennessee Impact A player that should be highly looked at in the Class of 2026 is Trey Thompson from Greenville High School (TN), as he has moved from an under-the-radar prospect to now a hot target for many high-major schools around the country. Thompson has been a hot topic on Phenom Hoops over the years, with how...
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Should See an Uptick in Recruitment: Phenom May Madness
So many players earned the attention of our scouts at the Phenom May Madness, including players who hold several D1 offers already. But these five players had a big weekend and showed why they deserve to have the attention of college programs around, and should see an uptick in their recruitment this summer. 2027 King Kendrick (CP3) Kendrick grabbed my attention with his overall play. The point...
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2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision) proving he should be on D1 radars all over the region
Player: Ian BaileyHeight: 6’3School: Asheville ChristianAAU: Team Vision At the Phenom Challenge, 2026 Ian Bailey was a player that sat on top of our lists of “breakout players” or “big-time performers.” No matter how you label it and how much you have watched him play, Bailey showed why he is a proven D1 prospect here in North Carolina and why he should be a target for many in the region....
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2026 Dacen Petty (Upward Stars) elevating his play even more this summer
Player: Dacen PettyClass: 2026School: Christ SchoolAAU: Upward Stars Plenty of players have looked strong and made a name for themselves late, and 2026 Dacen Petty could be a sneaky prospect to watch this summer after a strong high school season. Petty, a 6’5 prospect that has continued to elevate his play over the last year at Christ School, is a true positive piece that brought a ton of value...
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South Carolina staying strong with 2026 Korie Corbett, others showing interest
Player: Korie CorbettClass: 2026School: Ridge ViewAAU: Upward Stars 2026 Korie Corbett, a prospect regarded as one of, if not the top player in South Carolina for his class, continues to lead the charge this summer for Upward Stars after a strong high school season. The 6’4 guard continues to excel in several areas of the floor, attacking off the bounce, showcasing athleticism and playmaking...
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2026 Dionte Neal talks first ACC offer from Boston College
Regarded as one of the more accomplished prospects in the state of North Carolina, schools continue to slowly recruit 2026 Dionte Neal. Coming off another special season at Reidsville and now leading the charge for CP3, Neal continues to prove that he is one of the elite point guards in the region. We recently had this to say about him: “Neal’s overall impact is truly special; he does an...
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2025 Robert Moore announces commitment to Tulane
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Robert MooreClass: 2025Committed to: Tulane What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops: “He...
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2026 Lance Barnes (Upward Stars) Looking for Strong Summer; Updates Latest in Recruitment
Player: Lance BarnesSchool: Legacy CharterClass: 2026AAU: Upward Stars 2026 Lance Barnes has been a strong prospect in the state of South Carolina, which has consistently produced over the years. He has been able to shine at SC Top 80 camps with Phenom Hoops, at LEC this past high school season, and has now been doing the same with Upward Stars 3SSB this spring. Barnes is one that we have...
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2027 Josh Leonard – Proving to be a Top 10 National Prospect
Going back down to South Carolina, Phenom Hoops was eager to check out again the big-time talent of 2027 6’6 Josh Leonard for Upward Stars 3SSB. A proven talent as a young prospect and now regarded as one of the top prospects in the country, Leonard continues to flourish and solidify just how big and strong of a prospect he truly is. Rewinding a few years back, Leonard was one who quickly...
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