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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Cam Corey #20: 6’2 ’26 Chaise Smith (Washington) Starting off, we look at a player who possesses a smooth, dynamic identity, Chaise Smith. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect who can run a team and apply scoring pressure in a variety of ways. Smith showcased a high IQ, polished creation skills, and lethal penetration sense. He finished around the basket and knocked down shots at a...
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Smart, High IQ Guard to Start Watching More: 2027 Chris Gomez
Player: Chris GomezHeight: 6’2Class: 2027School: Forsyth Country Day There are players all around the state of North Carolina that Phenom Hoops has its eyes on, and a young player that I’m really excited about seeing more with a bigger role this upcoming high school season is 2027 6’2 Chris Gomez. Gomez has been a player on our radar for some time now, and he is one that I believe should only...
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Start Tracking More: Phenom March Madness (Class of 2027)
2027 Tyrie Pressley (NC Rise): Pressley continues to be an impressive young prospect who has certainly earned our attention. For a player at his size and what he provides on the court is all but impressive. He is extremely active and plays with a high motor, finds ways to impact the game all around, and can really fill it up on the stat sheet. He scores well with his length and touch,...
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NCISAA 3A State Championship Game Standouts
In the opening game on Saturday, The Forsyth Country Day Furies took down the Eagles of Gaston Christian by a score of 57-44. The Furies were led by Jahon Foster with 20 points, followed by Draven Pilson with 12 and Iverson King with 11. The Eagles were led by Cam Newman and Gabby Mabor with 12 points each, followed by Dario Williams with 10. Forsyth Country Day 6’2″ 2024 Jahon...
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North Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 15
Team 15 Coach: Kevin Dawkins #42: 5’11 ’27 Zaiyir Phillips (Hunter Huss) Starting things off, we look at a player who understands how to set the tone on both ends of the floor, Zaiyir Phillips. He’s a smart, rugged guard prospect with the ability to run a team or produce as an off-ball threat. Phillips is a reliable three-level scorer with a strong penetration sense, useful pull-up game, and...
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Notable Standouts at North Carolina Freshman 40
6’3 Seth Harris (Caldwell Academy) As evidenced during camp, Harris has clearly put forth a lot of time and effort in developing his overall game over the last few months. He already possesses a nice blend of IQ, skill, and athleticism for his age. Harris is a reliable shooting threat who understands how to attack closeouts, defer to others, and operate within the team structure. He’s an engaged...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Rise to the Occasion
2028 Jeremiah Thomas (CP3): Thomas is a prospect that has tremendous size to go along with an early skillset. When watching him, the 6’1 prospect is incredibly fluid and skilled for his age. Thomas uses his frame well in a variety of ways, and stays active on both ends of the court. He was strong out in transition, has a good perimeter game, and also can use his size to defend multiple...
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Phenom Open Gym: Forsyth Country Day
2026 Q Williams Q Williams played extremely well during practice Monday night. The smart, savvy point guard does a tremendous job running the show. He is a paint touch guard who has the ability to create for himself and others. Q will be the head of the snake for the Furies this season. He continues to expand his game from the perimeter and has proven to be more than capable from the perimeter....
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Immediate Impact Freshmen in North Carolina (Part Two)
6’2 Chris Gomez (Forsyth Country Day) Anyone who watched NC Spartans Neisler over the summer is already well-informed about Chris Gomez, his dynamic identity, and everything he should bring to the Furies as an impact freshman. He’s a smart, crafty, well-rounded guard prospect who simply knows how to control the action as a primary creator. Gomez plays with excellent pace while showcasing great...
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The Future of Basketball in NC: Class of 2027 (Part 1)
2027 Adam Grier (High Point Christian): Grier is a name that we have talked about in the past and now that he is part of the Class of 2027, it makes him even more intriguing, and should be a freshman that really makes stands out this year. He already has the experience, and he has a tremendous skill set for his age and position. He is an unselfish playmaker, creates well for himself and others,...
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Phenom Hoops Player Profile: Chris Gomez
Height: 6’2 Class: 2027 School: Forsyth Country Day Travel Team: NC Spartans Neisler What Was Recently Said: Given his leadership and raw production throughout the weekend, it should be unsurprising to see Chris Gomez on this list. He’s a smart, balanced, well-rounded point guard prospect with the ability to run a team and effectively set the tone on both ends of the floor....
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Summer Grind (Part 2)
2026 Carter Bullock (Team Jumpstart): Bullock is one that I would continue to monitor for sure. He has the size that you like at 6’4 at his position, has shown consistently that he can fill it up and be a playmaker on the court, does a great job in showing his range and confident release behind the arc, but also be effective in other areas of the floor. Very good shooter from multiple levels....
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Cooper’s Notes: Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Part 1)
By: Cooper Hart 6’2” ’27 Chris Gomez (NC Spartans Neisler) Gomez is a recent addition to the 2027 class and he’s already one of the age’s more impactful and productive players. He’s a true combo guard that can create for himself and others at an exceptionally high level. His ball skills are incredibly mature for his age, already being able to act as a high-usage initiator. The handle is crafty...
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Five Notable Young Prospects from Phenom Summer Showcase
6’6 ’26 Aidan Rousseau (WCBA) After hearing consistent buzz from cohorts about WCBA, it was time to get a closer look at them with the full team in attendance. Everything being stated was true, specifically in regards to Aidan Rousseau–who stood out as a legitimate prospect and someone who should be warranting more attention throughout the state. Though somewhat unassuming at first glance,...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase
5’6 Bobby Montgomery Jr. (Carolina Premier) Despite his size, Montgomery was easily among the most impressive floor generals on display—regardless of age group. He’s smart, quick, and possesses a dynamic identity from the point guard position. Montgomery effortlessly breaks down opponents off the bounce, touches the paint at a high volume, and finishes or makes the correct read as a playmaker....
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 at Phenom MDC (Part 3)
2026 Chris Gomez (CP3 Select): A young prospect that has intrigue with his game, Gomez has good early size, is a confident scorer, and has a strong feel/understanding of the game. He is a smooth-operating prospect that makes plays off the bounce, a smooth finisher in getting to the basket, and is active all over the court. Gomez is a name that I would jot down and look at more down the road....
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