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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2027 Jaidiah Blake
Player: Jaidiah BlakeClass: 2027School: Terry SanfordAAU: CP3 The Phenom MDC was an absolute thriller of an event that brought some of the top talents around the region on the girls’ side. Which is why we are here to highlight some of the talent that was on display down in Rock Hill (SC). 2027 Jaidiah Blake is a player that we have watched grown and develop over the years, and she continues to...
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Several Pieces Shining Bright for Stars Gold
Last weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event featured a variety of intriguing individuals and teams across all age groups (including an abundance of noteworthy talent in the girls’ division). There were plenty of standouts across the board. Among those teams was Stars Gold—one of the top programs in South Carolina. Let’s take a closer...
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MOT Elite Showing Steady Improvement
As times change, the emphasis on pure development has seemingly decreased in many basketball circles. Some coaches would prefer to play countless games and live with the results, regardless if the kids are actually improving. Instead, it’s refreshing to see a group like MOT Elite 2028 (coached by former pro Ronshad Shabazz) and how they’ve progressed throughout the travel ball season. They...
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A hidden gem: 2028 6’2 Porter Dickson
Player: Porter DicksonClass: 2028Height: 6’2School: Bearden HS Phenom Hoops is always looking for hidden gems around the country, and we may have stumbled upon one in Rock Hill (SC) at the Phenom MDC with 2028 6’2 Porter Dickson. We have talked about him quite a bit but he left a lasting impression overall with his play, as he has a chance to be a big target for many schools around the region....
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TN United Maymon performs well at Phenom MDC
TN United Maymon was a new team that grabbed our attention this past weekend at the Phenom MDC, as they played well throughout, finishing the event 3-2 and competing. We wanted to dive in a bit into some of the players we were able to watch on the floor in Rock Hill (SC). Check out what we had to say. 2027 Dallin James James was a player who showed some good flashes of his game. He was able to...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2027 Makayla Moore
Player: Makayla MooreClass: 2027School: Dorman HSAAU: Lady Upward Stars The Phenom MDC was an absolute thriller of an event that brought some of the top talents around the region on the girls’ side. This is why we are here to highlight some of the talent on display in Rock Hill (SC). 2027 Makayla Moore, who played for Lady Upward Stars this past weekend, was a guard who earned our attention with...
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Upward Stars Trio Setting the Tone
Last weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event featured a variety of intriguing individuals and teams across all age groups (including an abundance of noteworthy talent in the girls’ division). While the oldest players typically receive the majority of the attention, there were plenty of standouts across the board. Among those teams was...
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FBC Reign Highlighting a Mix of 2028 Talent
Last weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event featured a variety of intriguing individuals and teams across all age groups (including an abundance of noteworthy talent in the girl’s division). While the oldest age groups typically receive the majority of the attention, there were plenty of standouts across the board. Among those teams...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2026 Oshauna Holland
Player: Oshauna HollandClass: 2026School: Stuart CramerAAU: CP3 Flames The Phenom MDC was an absolute thriller of an event that brought some of the top talents around the region on the girls’ side. This is why we are here to highlight some of the talent on display in Rock Hill (SC). 2026 Oshauna Holland is a guard who quickly captured our eyes again, but we also knew what she was going to bring...
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Team Ish 2027 Duo Proving to be Targets for College Coaches
The Phenom MDC brought talent from all over the region, and Team Ish 2027 certainly was a team that we were excited to watch. This is a team that brought several familiar faces to the court, but the duo of 2027 Travien Williams and 2027 Parker Watkins should be one that college coaches should take notice of this summer and down the road. We talk about each as they gave us a strong reminder of...
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Young Names to Start Learning More About: Phenom MDC (Part 1)
2028 Niles Nelson (CP3) Nelson is a player we have had a chance to watch over the years. He attracted our eyes early on and continues to do so, as I’m eager to see how he develops down the road. Nelson stands out with his size and mature frame at a young age, but he also displays a strong blend of athleticism, scoring, and versatility on the court. He can produce in getting downhill and...
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POB’s Five Forwards/Bigs to Know from Phenom MDC
2026 Evan Truzy (Team Crews) Truzy had a solid showing throughout the event, as the 6’6 prospect brings good size, length, and versatility to the court. He displays solid feel around the basket with touch, moves well in the paint, and is comfortable from an array of areas. Truzy shows a strong skillset in being able to attack off the bounce, hit shots from around outside, and impact the game on...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (Part One)
6’6 ’28 MJ Jawona (Georgia Stunners) In the first game slot of the weekend, Jawona highlighted a lot of intriguing qualities. He’s young but already sports a long, wiry frame and the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Jawona is a fluid athlete who is truly just beginning to add strength, yet understands how to utilize his physical tools to his advantage. He’s a solid finisher...
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Bendel’s Best: Phenom Memorial Day Classic
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Rock Hill, South Carolina for our annual Memorial Day Classic. Between York, Nation Ford, and the Sports and Events Center, there were 15 courts of action featuring a variety of intriguing teams and players. Like usual, let’s take a closer look at some personal favorites from the event… 6’6 ’26 Aaron Ekwere (Georgia Stunners) In a gym full of talented...
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Miles’ Marvelous Five: Standouts from Phenom MDC
6’4” 2028 Justin Gray (Upward Stars 15U 3SSB) Gray is a talented and skilled young guard with a great set of foundational physical tools to go with his ability to knock down shots at a high level. He’s shown promise in his game off the bounce where he’s shown the ability to weave through traffic and finish in multiple areas on the floor. With all of that said, my favorite thing about this kids...
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POB’s Five Guards to Know from Phenom MDC
2026 Nolan Ericson (PSB Elite) Ericson had a good junior season at Mooresville, catching some eyes, and he has rolled that into his summer player with PSB. In Rock Hill, Ericson flourished with a balanced, high-IQ feel on the court. He is a good overall floor general who understands how to balance his scoring and running the show for others. Ericson is fundamentally sound with his ability to...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Saturday at #PhenomMDC
2028 Porter Dickson (FBC Reign) Dickson was one who was fun to watch early on in the day. The 6’2 guard was able to flourish with his quick release, deep range, and confidence from behind the arc. Time after time, he was able to get to his spots and make defenders pay but also did a great job in creating, facilitating, and making strong decisions for his teammates. 2028 MJ Jawona (GA Stunners...
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Continuing to bring Intrigue: 2026 Britni Silver
Continuing to look at prospects all over the region, Lady Phenom had a great opportunity to check in on 2026 Britni Silver, a multi-sport athlete who has been catching a lot of attention with her game on the court. Watching her as of late, one can see why so many schools are making her a target early on, as she has been able to rack up offers from Longwood, UNCW, North Carolina A&T,...
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Sad Sam’s Notes: Phenom MDC
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the playoff watching Piedmont! The Great One is here to give accolades on the recent Memorial Day Classic in Rock Hill by Phenom Hoops. The Sadster saw some good hoops and enjoyed every minute. The two 17U games went down to the last possession and it doesn’t get any better than that. There were many impressive performances and here is the list of...
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Lady Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic
5’10 ’25 Justice Zimmerman (Carolina All-Stars) There are certain players who stand out as natural leaders, and Zimmerman is certainly applicable to this notion. She’s a strong, high-motor wing/forward who does everything on the court. Zimmerman communicates at all times, willingly makes hustle plays, and fills in the gaps whenever necessary. She finishes around the basket and hits shots along...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2028)
6’1 Jaleel Smith (Carolina Wolfpack) Given everything he’s already done at the varsity level, it should come as no surprise to see Smith listed here. He played with the Carolina Wolfpack and looked utterly dominant throughout the weekend. Smith is already a very advanced player with the IQ, skillset, and natural instincts to cause a ton of problems for the opposition. He scored however and...
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Two Young Georgia Prospects that Programs Will Want to Recruit
2027 6’7 Solomon Bratton (Wheeler) Bratton was a new name for us here at Phenom Hoops, as he put on a Team United jersey at the Phenom MDC and really captured some eyes his way. Bratton, who is a 6’7 prospect from Wheeler High School, impressed with his mature feel for the game along with his willingness to battle and compete. For a player his age, he really attracted our attention...
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Duo Shines for 704 Soldierz at Phenom MDC
At the Phenom MDC, a team that was able to walk away with a championship was the 704 Soldierz as they were led by a strong dynamic duo. 2024 Da’Mori Lytch (already committed) and 2025 Elijah Mobley both had impressive weekends in filling it up. Both were averaging over 20ppg and led the charge game after game, as we break down a little bit more of what we saw. 2024 6’6 DaMori Lytch (QEA) –...
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Making A Statement: 2025 6’4 TJ Lewis (Carolina Pressure)
Player: Taurus “TJ” LewisClass: 2025Height: 6’4School: Blythewood High School, SCAAU: Carolina Pressure Summer ball is such a key time for prospects to elevate and showcase their talents on a national stage, and plenty of players have done just that. One player though that has CLEARLY elevated his play and has been making a lot of noise this summer is 2025 6’4 Taurus “TJ” Lewis. Lewis has been...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2027) (Part Two)
6’7 Josh Leonard (Upward Stars) It probably goes without saying, but Leonard continues to highlight the makings of a notable prospect. Despite playing up an age group (as he’s always done), it’s impossible to detect that he’s younger than his cohorts. His combination of IQ, size, and skill makes Leonard a matchup problem for opponents. Leonard displayed the ability to rebound, defend multiple...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2027)
5’11 Zaiyir Phillips (Team United) There are several names on this roster who receive a lot of attention. Despite not getting the same buzz as others, it’s clear that Phillips is among their most valuable pieces. He’s an incredibly steady, smart guard who can effectively produce from either backcourt position. Phillips offers a well-rounded identity with the combination of shooting, defense, and...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2026)
6’4 BJ Brown (Upward Stars) Arguably the most impressive performer from the Class of 2026, Brown made a lasting impression with his combination of size, defense, nonstop motor, and perimeter shooting. Not only is he a high-level defender, but he plays extremely hard and genuinely knows how to outwork his assignment at every possible turn. Brown possesses amazing anticipation and recovery...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2025)
6’2 Nicholas Graves (NC Spartans) It’s easy to see the impact Graves has for this group, as he naturally stands out as an all-around leader on the court. He dictates pace, creates for others, and consistently finds ways to apply scoring pressure from all levels. Graves is a steady player with the IQ, effort, skillset, and adaptability to consistently make his presence felt. That being said, he...
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Deserving of D1 Attention: Phenom MDC
2025 KJ Younger (R4A Scholars): Nearly two years ago, Younger was a new name for all and Phenom Hoops was one of the first to introduce him to the state of North Carolina. Fast forward to today, Younger has only gotten better and stronger, as he continues to showcase that he is a talent to be reckoned with. He has consistently produced on the court, time after time excelling in his ability to...
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Players to Start Learning: Phenom MDC (Class of 2028)
2028 Draeton Nance (Team Fly): Nance has proven himself time after time on the court at Phenom events, and it is time for others to start learning his name more. Nance consistently produces but does so in a variety of ways. Whether you need him to be a playmaker or a true scoring threat, he provides a lot on the court and makes quality decisions based on what is given to him. With his strong...
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