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Caldwell Academy earns 2A State Championship vs. TBS

Caldwell Academy: 17-18-17-21: 73The Burlington School: 13-13-14-11: 51 Standouts: 2026 Ayden Johnson (Caldwell Academy) Johnson was an absolute difference-maker in this game, as he really stepped up as an offensive weapon on the court. Johnson continued to flourish with his ability to knock down shots from behind the arc, hitting several big ones including one to end the third quarter. But he...

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Big-Time Performances at George Lynch Invitational (Class of 2026) (Part 2)

2026 6’3 Yohance Connor (Combine Academy) We have talked about Connor time after time this season, and he continues to play at a high level. One can’t deny that his game has continued to elevate and develop, being a more complete guard on the court. But the way he plays, the energy he brings, his relentless attack, and his ability to fill it up from a variety of levels are impressive. 2026 6’4...

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Caldwell Academy puts on an offensive show vs. Freedom Christian

Neal Swindell Caldwell Academy: 26-35-29-7: 97Freedom Christian: 13-15-17-25: 70 Caldwell Academy: Neal Swindell 24pts, Cole Cloer 20pts, Jaylen Cross 15pts, Ayden Johnson 14pts, King Kendrick 13pts Freedom: Karsen Swinney 31pts, Cristian Sias 19pts 2026 Cole Cloer fitting right in with his new team Ranked as the top prospect in the Class of 2026, Cloer suited up for the first time with his new...

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Open Gym Takeaways from Caldwell Academy

Recently, we attended Caldwell Academy’s open gym to get an updated look at their individual pieces and overall team makeup. Coach Clifford is entering his third year at the helm, and this is clearly the most talented roster throughout his tenure. The core of Jaylen Cross, Cole Cloer, King Kendrick, Neal Swindell, Ayden Johnson, Mac Atkinson, and Trevor Holland give them a legitimate rotation of...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Part 2)

2026 6’3 Drayton Cockfield (Carolina Pressure) Cockfield continues to be a newer name that impresses me. Though he started out slow, he got things going and continued to really flourish his versatility on the court. Posting up down low, finishing at the rim, stretching the floor from the perimeter, or making plays off the dribble for himself, Cockfield shows that he can be an offensive option in...

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Open Gym Report: Caldwell Academy

On Monday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Caldwell Academy in Greensboro, North Carolina for an exciting open gym session. Entering their third season under Coach Brandon Clifford, the Eagles appear more talented than ever. They have a nice mix of young prospects, veteran pieces, and under-the-radar guys who will inevitably play pivotal roles during the upcoming season. In terms of sheer depth,...

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Taking the Next Step: Caldwell Academy

The summer is coming to an end, and that just gets us excited about the high school season, even though we still have some time before we tip off here in North Carolina.  But that doesn’t mean we aren’t already looking at teams, as we dive into teams early with Phenom Hoops. One team that will have plenty of attention its way will be Caldwell Academy.  Under head coach Brandon...

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Phenom Game Report: Oak Ridge vs. Caldwell Academy

Phenom Hoops reviewed the tape from Thursday’s game between Caldwell Academy and Oak Ridge Military Academy, checking in on a few players we have our eyes on but also learning about a few others.  Oak Ridge came out firing and built a double-digit lead early in the first few minutes, but Caldwell started to settle down with its starters and eventually was able to take the lead back by the...

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Open Gym Report: Caldwell Academy

On Friday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Caldwell Academy to get a closer look at the new-look Eagles. Entering his second year as their head coach, Brandon Clifford certainly has one of the more underrated teams in North Carolina. Between his experience, talented roster, and roots firmly planted in Greensboro, folks should have a ton of optimism about the current and future state of this...

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Brotherly Duo Set to Have Big Upcoming Season

Over the last few weeks, folks have been talking extensively about Caldwell Academy, their newest addition(s), and how they’ll fare going forward with their updated roster. While there should be a lot of excitement surrounding fresh faces like Jaylen Cross and Ayden Johnson, it’s worth noting the value in returning guys like J3 and Neal Swindell. Between these names, Coach Brandon...

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Brother Duo Shining on the Court: 2024 J3 Swindell and 2025 Neal Swindell

Player: J3 SwindellClass: 2024Height: 6’4 Player: Neal SwindellClass: 2025Height: 6’3 It was nearly over two years when we introduced everyone to 2024 J3 Swindell and also learned about 2025 Neal Swindell. At that time, J3 was leading the charge at Westchester Country Day but he has now continued to develop his game and is now a focal point at Caldwell Academy under head coach Brandon...

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POB’s Eye Catchers: Phenom Grassroots TOC (Day 3, Part 1)

2024 Gage Lattimore (Carolina Clutch): Lattimore came into Day 3 with something to show and prove, and he did as he put on an impressive scoring show. Lattimore is a smooth and unselfish type of player, but he had it going; picking his spots well, pulling up for his jumper, getting to his spots off the ball from three, and just simply being a playmaker on the court. Impressive showing from the...

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