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Programs Catching the Attention: Phenom Challenge
Upward Stars Upstate 2026 Dawkins There was plenty of representation from the Upward Stars organization at the Phenom Challenge, and there was plenty to walk away from the event. Watching this team at the event, they put on a show and they absolutely competed. We had an opportunity to watch them in the championship game vs. Upward Stars EYBL 2027, eventually taking home the impressive win. This...
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Team United 2027 EYBL looking to be a force nationally once again
Team United 2027 EYBL has certainly found tremendous success and this is a team that is looking to make yet another statement this season. Loaded with rising talent, they put on a show at the #PhenomHoopStateChallenge. Check out the highlights. Make sure you subscribe to the Phenom Hoops YouTube...
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2027 Joshua Leonard (Upward Stars) has the pedigree to be special
Player: Joshua LeonardClass: 2027Height: 6’7AAU: Upward StarsHigh School: Wilson High School The talent down in South Carolina continues to impress, and Phenom Hoops had a chance to check out some of the big-time talent from the state this past weekend at the Phenom Challenge. One player that we were eager to see was 2027 Joshua Leonard from Wilson High School and who is suiting up with Upward...
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Five Young Prospects from Phenom Hoop State Challenge
6’8 ’27 Niko Bratton (Team United) After getting our first viewing of Bratton, it’s easy to see his path towards being a noteworthy prospect. At 6-foot-8, he’s already strong, fluid, and athletic with the necessary motor and nose for the ball to cause constant problems for opponents. Bratton possesses an excellent frame and moves like a perimeter player on the court. That being said, he’s...
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2025 Joy Egbuna (Lake Ridge HS, TX) starting off the season in a big way
Lady Phenom continues to expand its coverage around the country, and we head down to Lake Ridge High School to talk to 2025 Joy Egbuna, a 6’4 prospect who has been garnering a lot of attention this summer. She has added multiple offers early on this summer, as we recently spoke to her about all the latest and more about her game. Player: Joy EgbunaClass: 2025Height: 6’4School: Lakeridge...
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Young Names To Watch: Phenom Challenge (Class of 2028)
2028 CJ Moore (Upward Stars): Moore continues to play extremely well and brings a balanced yet versatile game to the court. Watching him on several occasions, he has shown that he can play and operate multiple positions. With his size, he has shown that he can operate and be an option down low in the paint as well as on the boards, but he has also shown the ability to play multiple positions,...
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Destined for Stardom: 1-on-1 with CJ Rosser
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our annual Hoop State Challenge in Bermuda Run, North Carolina. The event proved to be loaded with talent from all ages and highlighted several of the top teams/players in the state. Among those players, CJ Rosser was as appealing as anyone on display. Yesterday, we wrote, “Although there were a lot of enticing young players, CJ Rosser the most impressive...
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Name to Know: Bentley Lusakueno (Alabama Fusion/Pace Academy)
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops had the opportunity to watch some young, up-and-coming stars from the Jr. EYBL. Despite only a few game slots, there were a ton of notable prospects on display. It’s arguable that evaluating these kids prior to the start of their respective high school careers is the most important time to project potential growth. We could create a long list of prospects we...
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Unsigned Senior Standouts from Phenom Hoop State Challenge
6’6 Jeff Clark (NC Spartans) Given his continued production into the travel ball season, it’s shocking Clark hasn’t captured the attention of more college coaches. He’s a long, mobile wing/forward who simply finds ways to impact a game. Clark finishes, rebounds at a constant rate, and defends multiple positions. He’s a useful shooter and threat off the bounce. Clark utilizes his length and motor...
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Making a Name for Themselves: Phenom Challenge (Class of 2026)
2026 Dillon Mason (Upward Stars Carolina): Mason introduced himself more with Phenom Hoops at the event, as the 6’4 prospect seems to be just scratching the surface of what he could be in the end. He really was able to shine on both sides of the ball, using his size well, being active on the glass, showing his ability to step out, having the ability to get downhill and finish, and simply being...
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Start Looking at More: Phenom Challenge (Class of 2025)
2025 DaRon Dunbar (Stars Gold): Dunbar consistently has gotten it done and does so in a variety of ways. Dunbar brings a nice blend of physicality, ability to create, and skill to the court that can’t be denied. However you play him, he can find ways to produce, whether it is using his physical frame to body defenders up and finish around the basket, showcasing athleticism out in transition, and...
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Putting in the Hard Work: Isaiah Sy
Going back not long ago, Phenom Hoops introduced and talked on several occasions Isaiah Sy, who was playing at Combine Academy. He was an intriguing prospect for sure with his 6’7 frame and shot-making ability, but he still went a bit under the radar. But he has a story to share that I believe shares more about the hard work he has put in, taking advantage of the opportunity in front of...
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Cap City Charlotte Making Its Mark This Summer – AAU Highlights
A team that has been making its mark here in North Carolina, especially with Phenom Hoops to start the summer. With a few unsigned seniors and prospects in the class of 2024, this is a group that deserves attention from college coaches. Make sure you subscribe to the #PhenomHoops YouTube...
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Bendel’s Best: Hoop State Challenge
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Bermuda Run (and Spartanburg) to host another event loaded with next-level talent. Between the prospects, competition, and college coaches in the building, there was a lot of notable takeaways. We were able to get our first look at several programs while getting more familiar with those who have already played over the last month. The three-day stretch...
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Stock Continuing to Rise: 2025 6’7 Robert Moore (Upward Stars)
Player: Robert MooreClass: 2025Height: 6’7AAU: Upward Stars What Was Said at Phenom Challenge: “Moore was simply off the charts, and I hope this was a wake-up call for schools to pay attention his way more. The 6’7 prospect was lighting it up from all over the court, especially early on showing his range from behind the arc. Shot the ball well, had fluid release, had a ton of confidence, and was...
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Phenom Challenge: Unsigned Seniors Still Available
2024 Owen Stewart (NLE): Out of all the seniors on the list, Stewart was the one that impressed me throughout the event and should be a player for a program still looking for size and shot-making. Stewart is a 6’5 guard who really shined in his ability to play on and off the ball. He understands how to find the open spots on the floor, can knock down shots comfortably from behind the arc or with...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Challenge
Check out the players that really impressed down in South Carolina at the Phenom Challenge.
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at the Phenom Challenge
2024 Owen Stewart (NLE): Though it was the first game of the day, Stewart really grabbed my attention with just how smoothly he operated and his effortless ability to knock down shots. Good size for his positions, Stewart was able to get to his spots well and knocked down shots with a fluid release and range, hitting multiple threes. But he also moved well without the ball, made plays off the...
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Kevin’s Players to Know: 4.19.23
By: Kevin Moses Adel AmparoTwitter: @adelamparo0Height: 6ft, 158Class of 2028 School: Hayward High School, WI Amparo is an eclectic young baller and all-around shooter with a beautiful touch from downtown. Lethal when he is open. And loves the catch-and-shoot off outlets from rebounds from outside. But quick off the bounce and a fierce finisher. at the rim, even through contact. And a baseline...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Jack Kaley
By: Kevin Moses Jack Kaley Twitter: @jackkaleyHeight: 6’3, 180Class of 2025School: Lake Howell High School, FL Kaley takes a lot of pride in his ability to score at all three levels and has one of the nastiest mid-range games in the country. A knockdown shooter from 3 at a high-level, and electric getting to the basket. Jack is a DOG on defense and a pest causing havoc to guards. Last season,...
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Is GG Jackson the Biggest Steal from the 2023 NBA Draft?
Each year, the NBA Draft is one of the biggest events in sports—especially from a non-competition standpoint. Teams researching, hosting workouts, and eventually expending valuable draft picks in hopes of netting a franchise cornerstone. It’s no secret that the upcoming draft is widely seen as the weakest talent pool in over 20 years (likely since 2000), which is why every lottery team should be...
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Updated Grades for the 2023 NBA Rookie Class
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2024 6’3 Sam Wolff (DME) can be that late steal for a program
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Scholarship-Worthy Players Highlighting Stars Gold 17u Team
It was great to see our old friend back on the court, as the Stars Gold 17u continues to offer players from the state of South Carolina to check out. There are plenty of options, inside and out, that college coaches should take a look at and check out, as this is a program that should continue to prove itself this season. 2025 Reggie Mack2025 Yasir Cromer2025 Shannon Davis2025 Malachi Cooper2025...
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Twin Hoops 16U making waves in Virginia
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Keenan Wilkins commits to Charleston Southern
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Keenan WilkinsClass: 2024Committed to: Charleston Southern What Has Been Said:...
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Kevin’s Players to Know: 4.17.24
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Lady Phenom Rising Star: 2030 Myler Colegrove
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Phenom Grassroots TOC: Team Swish continuing its winning ways
Phenom Hoops continues to highlight teams and players from this past weekend, and a team that we are familiar with over the years had another strong showing. Team Swish is a program that has performed well under the Phenom Hoops landscape, and that didn’t change as they took home a championship. We learned a little about this year’s team but we are eager to check them out more this season....
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Young Names to Start Tracking: Phenom Grassroots TOC
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