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North Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Jamal Mitchell #79: 5’11 ’28 Sherod McCormick (Davidson Day) Starting off, Sherod McCormick is a 5-foot-11 prospect in the Class of 2028. There were a lot of notable guards in attendance, and that certainly includes McCormick. He’s a smart, refined floor general who offers excellent balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. McCormick dictates the action with pace and...
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NC Sophomore 40 Top Performers
6’0 2028 Sherod McCormick (Davidson Day) Sherod McCormick had the best performance of any point guard at the camp. McCormick showcased his full offensive arsenal consistently throughout the day in all three games. What makes McCormick one of the top point guards in the state? He is a high IQ floor general who controls the tempo of the game. He plays the game at his own speed, has the ball on a...
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Claiming The Top Spot: 2028 6’9 Xavier Hall
Player: Xavier HallClass: 2028Height: 6’9School: Davidson Day It has been a big week for Phenom Hoops, as we have updated our rankings and even released our first 2028 rankings here in North Carolina. There were plenty of names to comb through, but ultimately, the top spot went to 2028 6’9 Xavier Hall from Davidson Day. Now, obviously, things could change down the road, but let’s dive...
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MVP Type Performances: Seros Invitational
The Seros Invitational stage was set for high-level competition, and several players delivered performances worthy of MVP consideration. Over the weekend, the Rise Sports Center (Bermuda Run, NC) became a showcase of talent, grit, and big-time moments, as athletes rose to the occasion when the lights were brightest. From dominant scoring runs to game-changing defensive stands, these players...
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With new additions and returning talent, can Davidson Day be a nationally-ranked team this upcoming season?
With the high school basketball season approaching, all eyes are on Davidson Day as a potential breakout program on the national stage. After a strong showing last year, the Patriots are reloading with key returning pieces and high-level additions that could elevate them to one of the top teams in the country. With a balanced mix of experience, firepower, and depth, the question becomes clear:...
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POB’s Best of the Best: US Open Basketball
Phenom Hoops had a great weekend of basketball, joining up with USA Basketball for the US Open Basketball East Championships. Teams from all over came to Bermuda Run (NC) to compete and take home a championship, and we were able to learn about several prospects. Patrick O’Brien was on deck throughout, and these were the players that left the biggest impression on him. 2029 Carib Morris...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: US Open Basketball Day 1 Standouts
2029 Carib Morris (Legacy Carolina) Morris, who is a 6’2 young prospect, instantly caught my eye with her play and feel for the game. Learning more about her, she looks to be a name already trending as a big-time prospect in the Class of 2029. Holding multiple offers and part of Team USA, Morris is an absolute matchup nightmare with her size, perimeter feel, and overall skillset. She can operate...
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Player Standouts at Phenom May Madness
6’7 ’26 Trevor Manhertz (Garner Road) In my first viewing since everyone has dubbed Manhertz the biggest potential blow-up prospect in North Carolina, he definitely made a lasting impression. The first thing you notice is his long, wiry frame. Manhertz has visibly grown and gotten more explosive over the last calendar year, and still appears likely to keep developing physically. That being said,...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Top Five Forwards/Centers from Phenom May Madness
2028 Xavier Hall (CP3) Hall has been quietly going under the radar, but it is truly time to put him in the names with some of the best bigs in his class for North Carolina. He checks off a lot of boxes early on, and I’m eager to see how he develops more, displaying a strong build, terrific hands, and a physical frame that allows him to be a force down low. Hall’s impact on either side of the...
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Phenom Game Report: Lakewood battles past Pender
Lakewood: 16 – 19 – 18 – 17: 70Pender: 20 – 17 – 10 – 12: 59 Lakewood:Xavier Hall: 20 points, 7 reboundsCameron Williams: 18 pointsJaziah Brunson: 17 points Pender:Malcolm Driver: 15 pointsRyan Howell: 9 points Standouts: 2028 6’9 Xavier Hall (Lakewood) We heard some rumblings about this young freshman (Click Here), so we had to check him out and we were impressed with the flashes we saw. The...
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