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Recruiting Radar: Class of 2027 Prospects College Coaches Should Be Tracking in North Carolina
As the recruiting landscape continues to evolve, the Class of 2027 in North Carolina is already showing signs of becoming a deep and talent-rich group. While several prospects have generated early buzz, there are plenty of players whose production, upside, and overall impact deserve increased attention from college programs. Phenom Hoops takes a closer look at a group of rising talents who...
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Shot-Making Ability: Why 2027 6’5 Caleb Nixon (Kings Mountain) Should Appeal to College Coaches
Player: Caleb NixonClass: 2027Height: 6’5School: Kings Mountain Our scout, Jeff Bendel, couldn’t have put it any better… “In a time when size and perimeter shooting are arguably more valuable than ever, someone like Caleb Nixon should appeal to a variety of college programs.” Kings Mountain has been a program that has produced some very intriguing talent over the years and they seem to have...
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POB’s Standouts from Phenom Tornado Classic
2028 Isaac Smith (Hargrave) Smith, who is regarded as a premier prospect in his class, continues to shine with his impact, his skillset, and potential as a prospect. As a 6’7 prospect, he impacts the game in a variety of ways, scoring well around the basket, being active on the glass, and bringing versatility both offensively and defensively. He looks to only continue his trajectory as a...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3
Team 3 Coach: Brett Queen #4: 5’9 ’27 Zarion Hobbs (White Oak) Starting off, Zarion Hobbs is a 5-foot-9 prospect in the Class of 2027. Despite his size, he consistently found ways to make his presence felt on both ends of the floor. Hobbs displays a crafty handle and quality change of pace. He touches the paint at a nice rate, defends with toughness, and operates with a high motor. Hobbs is a...
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POB’s Best of the Best Series: Top Guards from Top 80 (2027)
The POB’s Best of the Best Series continues by highlighting the Top Guards from the 2027 class that stood out at the NC Top 80. This group of talented prospects showed they can flat-out put the ball in the basket in a variety of ways. From creative shot-makers who can score off the bounce, to confident shooters who space the floor and finish through contact, these guards consistently proved...
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Could 2027 Caleb Nixon be in for a breakout season at Kings Mountain?
Player: Caleb NixonClass: 2027Height: 6’4School: 2027 After missing time due to injury, 2027 Caleb Nixon is ready to make a statement for Kings Mountain this year. Standing at 6’4, Nixon brings a blend of size, strength, and scoring ability that immediately makes him one of the most intriguing returning players to watch. When discussing his game, there is a lot to like, and it appears he is...
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North Carolina Sophomore Forty Camp Evaluations: Team 9
Team 9 Coach: Jamal Mitchell #6: 5’8 ’27 JR Adams (Forsyth Country Day) Starting off, we look at a player who understands how to set the tone on both ends of the floor, JR Adams. He’s a smart, tough, scrappy point guard prospect with the ability to dictate the action or find opportunities as an off-ball option. Adams handles the ball with care, sets up others, and scores at an efficient rate....
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Cooper’s Notes: Phenom HS Team Camp Session 1
6’7″ 2027 Josh Leonard (Wilson) Leonard was one of the most nationally revered prospects in attendance and he did not disappoint. It’s so easy to like what he brings to the table as a prospect given his size, athleticism, and growing skillset. This weekend, he displayed an elite ability to attack closeouts, create for himself against mismatches, and dominate the defensive end....
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Phenom Stay Positive: Start Learning the Names (Class of 2027)
2027 Caleb Nixon (Team Charlotte): Nixon certainly grabbed our attention and will now be on our watch list. He is a smooth operating prospect with size, the ability to be effective inside and out, can make plays off the dribble, and can be a terrific option off the ball and in catch-and-shoot situations. Comfortable from behind the arc, versatile piece on both ends, and plays at his own pace....
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Team Charlotte 15u brings young new talent to watch out for
The Phenom Stay Positive was an excellent weekend that brought us new talent to learn more about and check out. We were eager to see the Team Charlotte program in action, as all ages and levels were on display on the court. Team Charlotte 15u was fun to watch as it brought us rising talent to watch out for, and a few names caught our attention. Though this is a team that has plenty of names to...
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North Carolina Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations (Session II): Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Blake Buchannan #8: 5’5 ’26 Logan Bransom (Reagan) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a quality impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Logan Bransom. He’s a young, team-oriented guard prospect with a high motor and willingness to do whatever possible to provide his team with an edge. Bransom displayed a tight handle, solid three-point shooting,...
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