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POB’s Day 1 Eye Catchers from Hardwood Classic (Part 2)
2026 Luca Sarnowska (CP3 USS) Sarnowska delivered an all-around scoring performance, consistently finding ways to put points on the board. He plays with relentless energy and a fearless mentality, embracing contact and attacking downhill with purpose. Sarnowska finishes strong through defenders and competes at a high level on every possession. His toughness, motor, and ability to produce make...
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Leaving a Lasting Impression: Phenom Rise Showcase
2027 MJ Montague (Team Loaded Gold) Montague showed he is a college-level guard with his complete two-way impact. He brings a strong presence on both ends, staying active and engaged defensively while showcasing a smooth, polished offensive game. Montague creates effectively for himself, scores with confidence from multiple levels, and displays solid playmaking ability for others. His...
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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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Coming Home: Coach Grant Hodges Returns to His Roots
Thomas Wolfe once wrote, “You can never go home again.” But for Coach Grant Hodges, that couldn’t be further from the truth. A native of Hiddenite — a small, tight-knit community nestled in the picturesque foothills of Alexander County — Hodges embodies everything that’s right about high school basketball. The county’s main geographic feature, the Brushy Mountains — or the “Brushies,”...
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