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Blossoming Talent Turning Heads for Grace Christian
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Grace Christian (18-9)...
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Chris Ewell Makes Coaching Debut with West Meck
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. There’s been a lot of...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Wednesday Top 100 Camp
2026 Deron Rippey Jr. Rippey came out ready to roll, as the point guard averaged 21.5 points per game on Day 1 along with 5.0 assists. Rippey is such an intriguing point guard and continues to prove why he is in the discussion as the top point guard in the class, especially with his blend of pace and feel, his court awareness and vision, his ability to blow by defenders and attack the defense,...
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Winston-Salem Christian Adding Even More Talent
Earlier this week, Coach Antonio Lowe announced the incoming transfers of Jaleel Smith and Williams Itumo to their already loaded roster. The duo is set to join a group with guys like Nicholas McLean, Bradley Floyd, Elton James, and newly acquired Elijah Thomas. It’s unclear how many more pieces they’ll add prior to the high school season, but they certainly have no shortage of talent. Let’s...
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South Meck Trio Preparing for Big Senior Season
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. South Mecklenburg is...
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Lincolnton Adds Another Year of Experience
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. After going 24-6 with...
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Rae Villines Set to Make Head Coaching Debut at Cresset Christian Academy
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Folks should be...
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First Look at Charlotte Performance Institute Under Coach Jackson
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. After a successful...
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Phenom Hoops excited about attending NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill (SC)
June is certainly a busy month in the basketball world, as team and national camps are held all around the country. Phenom Hoops is excited about this week, as we head down to Rock Hill (SC) for yet another year at the NBPA Top 100 camp, bringing some of the top talent from around the country all to one place. There are several prospects that we are excited to watch, along with several familiar...
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Sustained Greatness: New Hanover Shifts to New Leadership
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Clearly, one of the...
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Colton Kreger Transitioning into Key Role for New-Look Powdersville
What to Watch for at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. We will start with...
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Beyond Basketball: The Burlington School Roster Fully Reloaded
Basketball is constantly changing. It’s evident at every level, but the high school landscape is more fluid than ever before. Player movement isn’t just expected, it’s almost encouraged nowadays. Kids seeking a new opportunity isn’t new. The sport has long been used as a tool and vehicle to open up other possibilities for the youth. This notion is evident for several of the top programs in North...
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Lady Phenom Standouts: US Open Basketball Championships
It was a great overall weekend working with USA Basketball at the US Open Championships, and we were able to learn several names on the girls’ side. Here were a few standouts that grabbed our attention throughout the event. 2030 Jordyn Avila (AEBL) Avila looks to be a name worth watching now and down the road, as she really captured my eyes with her overall play at the event. She has a...
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Local Talent Shines at US Open Championship
The talent ran deep at the US Open Championship, including several familiar names to Phenom Hoops. Here are a few players that were familiar faces that impressed throughout the event in Bermuda Run (NC). 2028 Ayo Awosanya (Carolina Culture) Awosanya played well in leading his team to a championship at the US Open Championship. The young prospect out of Myers Park was able to flourish by using...
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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 from Day 2 at US Open Basketball
2029 Jordan Corbin (Team Push) Corbin had herself one heck of a game to lead her team in a tight battle to start the day, as she was an absolute force on the court. Corbin brings good size and feel to the floor, and she was assertive with how she attacked. She was aggressive with her ability to finish around the basket, bringing a dominant presence around the basket as well as finding ways to...
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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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Chane Bynum Possesses a Ton of Intrigue
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops had our first opportunity to watch 1 of 1 Elite (17U) during the travel ball season. As expected, they put out a roster full of enticing prospects for all types of college coaches to pursue. We were already pretty familiar with most of the pieces on their team, but Chane Bynum stood out as a new name worth noting. At 6-foot-9 with length, fluidity, and a smooth...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season? (Part Two)
6’5 Thomas Vickery (Christ School) Although we featured his teammate in the first edition, Vickery is another guy who should take a massive leap forward for the Greenies. Arguably, no one in the class has boosted their stock as much as him during the travel ball season. In addition to possessing an excellent blend of size, shooting, and athleticism, he’s a malleable piece with the ability to...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season?
6’6 James Minlend (Concord Academy) Although he’s made steady strides within his progression, it feels like Minlend is poised to make the next leap as a prospect. His physical makeup, blossoming skillset, and growing confidence should be a real concern for opponents. Minlend was already a matchup problem at his size, but his increased assertiveness really allows him to take over a game if he...
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Phenom 252 Showcase Standouts
6’6” 2026 Khaleel Walters (No Guts No Glory) Walters came into this weekend with a point to prove and he flat out accomplished his mission. The versatile wing showcased his above-the-rim ability, two-way versatility, and a strong willingness to fit in with the other talented players surrounding him on this No Guts No Glory team. He was somewhat pigeon-holed in a role last year at Clayton with...
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Northwood Duo Should Be Major Priorities for College Coaches
Though it’s probably common knowledge, the last few years have led to a lot of excitement for the Northwood Chargers. As a public school, it doesn’t get much better than having multiple NBA prospects (Drake Powell and one year of Jarin Stevenson) and competing for state titles on a yearly basis. However, it’s time for the next era. Last year’s senior-laden squad fell just short to Reidsville,...
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Theo Edema Becoming a Priority for Blue Blood Programs
No matter how much basketball trends towards a perimeter-based game, big men will always be incredibly vital. The traditional post-up player might be a dying breed but there’s still an abundance of highly impactful rebounders, rim protectors, and interior scorers at every level. This is no secret to college coaches, which is why Theo Edema (2027) is rapidly blowing up as a prime target for...
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Is Everything Coming Together for Fort Mill?
The stars aligning in basketball situations is more common than folks probably realize. Think of the Langley’s at Southwest Guilford, the Daniel’s at Central Cabarrus, or what’s currently going on at Reidsville with Dionte Neal and Kendre Harrison. It might sound simple, but these circumstances only require quality coaching, talented players, and a culture that produces winning. Though basic,...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase (Part Two)
6’6’ 27 Liam Drayton (XLXB) Given his production and enticing array of physical tools, it was easy to see Drayton shine throughout the weekend. He’s a noted football player but clearly possesses ability on the basketball court. Drayton displayed a solid blend of touch, footwork, and finishing instincts around the basket. He plays well through contact, both as a finisher and rebounder, and alters...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase (Part One)
6’5 ’26 Kendreyas White (1 of 1 Michigan) Between his size, athleticism, and generally impactful two-way presence, it’s easy to appreciate all the things White brings to this group. He’s an explosive athlete with long arms and a high motor, which naturally allows him to overwhelm opponents on both ends of the floor. White highlighted a useful array of ball skills and perimeter ability, but was...
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Saturday Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase
5’11 ’26 Jeremiah Jackson (1 of 1 Elite) It doesn’t take long to see that Jackson is clearly the best three-point shooter in the gym (and probably the entire state of North Carolina). He’s an elite marksman who consistently hits shots off the catch, dribble, and coming off movement. Jackson possesses deep range and doesn’t require much space to get off clean looks. It’s rare to see him ever miss...
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Charlotte Aces Unsigned Duo Worthy of Attention from College Coaches
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 Charlotte Aces Platinum, a program that consistently has an intriguing...
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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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