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Notable X-Factors at Phenom G3 Live (Part Two)
6’0 ’27 Tyler Gee (Rising Pros Training) Though somewhat unassuming at first glance, it doesn’t take long to recognize how vital Gee is to this squad. He’s a wiry, skilled guard with a scrappy nature and the ability to score in a multitude of ways. Gee is much tougher and physical than he initially appears, showing the ability to score through contact, defend with toughness, and outwork...
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Notable X-Factors at Phenom G3 Live (Part One)
6’0 ’27 Jakeis Vernon (All Carolina) Although there are several college-level pieces on this roster, it feels like Vernon is someone who should warrant more attention from the masses. He’s a natural utility piece whose ability to do everything on the court makes him a very impactful two-way player. Vernon can initiate the offense, set up others, and find consistent scoring chances within the...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Live (Part Six)
6’5 ’27 Bray Hubbard (BMSA Raiders) It doesn’t take very long to recognize that this team is simply better when Hubbard is on the court. He always seems to stand out as an all-around leader with his IQ, skillset, and understanding of how to set the tone on both ends of the floor. Hubbard is a bouncy finisher and smooth perimeter shooter who can reliably create for himself and others off the...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Live (Part Five)
6’3 ’27 Whit Lamb (Eastern Carolina Phenomz) Given all the ways he impacts the game, Lamb consistently shines as a glue-guy and leader by example. He’s a steady, well-rounded guard who always seems to do a healthy amount of everything on the court. Lamb is comfortable running the offense as a main creator and offering a quality balance between playmaking and scoring from all levels. He’s able to...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Live (Part Four)
6’5 ’27 Connor May (Eastern Carolina Phenomz) Between his ability to knock down jumpers at an extremely high clip and do a little bit of everything, May stood out as a meaningful glue-guy for this group. He displays a nice blend of size, skill, and physicality, which allows him to make plays with or without the ball in his hands. May poses a lethal spot-up threat from beyond the arc, but can...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Live (Part Three)
6’0 ’27 Jordan Holmes (Triad Elite) Shooters will always be coveted, and Holmes was undeniably one of the best shooters in attendance last weekend. He posed a lethal spot-up threat from beyond the arc and knocked down jumpers at a high clip, but also appeared very comfortable attacking closeouts and making plays off the bounce. Holmes is a capable finisher and willing passer who understands how...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Live (Part One)
5’10 ’27 Braylen McRae (FBP Elite) Given the overall load he carries for this group, it’s easy to appreciate everything McRae brings to the table. He’s a smart, well-rounded guard with a strong frame and the ability to confidently dictate the action as a main offensive cog. McRae runs the team with poise and unselfishness, but also knows how to reliably fill it up as a scorer from all levels. He...
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Bendel’s Best: Phenom G3 Live
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops hosted our largest Live Period yet. Not only did we return to the Raleigh Convention Center for our G3 Live, but we also had a considerable number of teams at our Rock Hill Live. The event in Raleigh always seems to draw a ton of teams and college coaches, and this circumstance was no different. There was a healthy amount of next-level talent on display, featuring...
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Team Previews for G3 Live Showcase: Bricksquad Monopoly
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to the Convention Center in the heart of downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, for an event absolutely jam-packed with talent. The Live periods always represent the potential for so many of these young prospects to seize life-altering opportunities. Everyone wants to be seen by college coaches and eventually play at the next level. Well, this is the...
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Team Wall Led by Highly Productive Trio
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event featured over 280 teams across several age groups. College coaches of all levels were able to attend and extend scholarships to worthy prospects. Among those teams was Team Wall—a program known for consistently advancing talented players to the next level. Although they...
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Intriguing Prospects to Watch with NC Heels Elite at Phenom G3 Live
The Phenom G3 Live period brought talent from all over the region to Raleigh (NC), as the competition was tremendous and we had an opportunity to learn several new names (along with some familiar faces). The NC Heels Elite were a very intriguing team coming into the event, and they didn’t disappoint. This is a roster that has next-level talent, and there were a few players who really caught our...
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Team Vision Brought Next-Level Talent to Phenom G3 Live
The Phenom G3 Live period brought talent from all over the region to Raleigh (NC), as the competition was tremendous and we had an opportunity to learn several new names (along with some familiar faces). Team Vision was a team we were really excited about watching, as this is a team that offers talent for an array of levels. Whether they are D1, D2, or D3, this team has talent all over, and they...
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Carolina Pressure Organization continues to bring Talent to the Floor at the Phenom G3 Live
The Phenom G3 Live period brought talent from all over the region to Raleigh (NC), as the competition was tremendous and we had an opportunity to learn several new names (along with some familiar faces). Carolina Pressure has certainly been a program that has earned our attention over the years, producing prospects of all levels. So, we were excited to check out their teams once again, as...
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AC Elite 2026 earns attention at the Phenom G3 Live
The Phenom G3 Live period brought talent from all over the region to Raleigh (NC), as the competition was tremendous and we had an opportunity to learn several new names (along with some familiar faces). AC Elite was a program that came through the platform and performed well, as several players were able to gain our attention. Players like 2026 Reed Miller, 2026 Tyeion Young, 2026 Reed Miller,...
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Unsigned Seniors shine for East Carolina Elite at Phenom G3 Live
The Phenom G3 Live period brought talent from all over the region to Raleigh (NC), as the competition was tremendous and we had an opportunity to learn several new names (along with some familiar faces). Carolina Pressure has certainly been a program that has earned our attention over the years, producing prospects of all levels. So, we were excited to check out their teams once again, as...
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Players College Coaches Need to Pursue from G3 Live Showcase (Part Three)
6’1 ’25 Beau Harvey (Rising Pros Training) Though unsigned, it’s pretty clear that Harvey has the makings of a next-level floor general. It’s unclear why more schools haven’t gotten involved with one of the most successful players in North Carolina (playing in state championships three of his four possible seasons). Harvey is a smart, unselfish leader by example who simply knows how to set the...
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Latest Recruiting News: Offers Rolling Out for Players Around
It was a busy week and we have just gotten started, as offers have been rolling out with several familiar faces around. We hope to provide a list of new offers that have gone out from the Phenom G3 Live, along with some of the other offers that have gone out with players around the area. Phenom G3 Live 2026 Chaise Smith (Team Wall) received an offer from Shaw 2026 Connor Lavin (Team Loaded)...
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Phenom G3 Live: Young Prospects that Impressed (2027/2028/2029) (Part 2)
2028 Noah Dulin (Team Pittman) Dulin continues to thrive as a young prospect and a productive one as well. Nearly in every game at the event, Dulin was able to be a constant scoring force on the court, as he creates matchup issues, has an advanced skillset and feel, has shown that he can be an effective scorer from an array of levels, and can be such a versatile piece on both sides of the court....
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Phenom G3 Live: Young Prospects that Impressed (2027/2028/2029) (Part 1)
2027 Jamarion Washington (7th Nation) Washington was quite impressive when watching him play. Even at his size as a guard, he was excellent at being aggressive and attacking the defense, showcasing the ability to create, embrace contact, and display athleticism in his game. Time after time, he showed that he was a savvy finisher but also a playmaker for others. He uses his speed to get by...
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Phenom G3 Live Standouts: Class of 2026 (Part 2)
2026 Brandon Solomon (Strictly Ballas) Solomon had a good showing overall in leading his team throughout the event. He was able to demonstrate his impact as well as assert himself as an offensive weapon. Solomon has good size to go with a strong frame, attacking strong downhill and finishing, making plays off the bounce consistently, being an effective shot-maker from multiple levels, and also...
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Phenom G3 Live Standouts: Class of 2026 (Part 1)
2026 Gvanni Byron (Team Global) Byron was a strong and consistent presence for his team throughout the event. He is a strong, physical guard who can force the action, using his physical frame to his advantage, attacking downhill, embracing contact, and finishing well through defenders. Byron consistently was one of the true leaders for his team 2026 Talla Mbaye (NC Heels Elite) Mbaye continues...
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Phenom G3 Live: Senior Standouts (Part 2)
2025 Darnerian Gibson (NLPB) Gibson was one of the quickest guards at the event, using that speed to create problems all over the court. He can be a dynamic point guard that excels out in the open floor, picking and attacking his spots, blowing by defenders at times, creating and dishing to open teammates, and being a dynamic scorer off the bounce or outside. His speed creates a lot of issues on...
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Strictly Ballas Worthy of Attention from College Coaches
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event featured over 280 teams across several age groups. College coaches of all levels were able to attend and extend scholarships to worthy prospects. Among those teams was Stricly Ballas, a squad loaded with next-level pieces for various types of programs. Let’s take a closer look...
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Phenom G3 Live: Senior Standouts (Part 1)
2025 Gabe Erbeck (Team Vision) Erbeck impressed with his game on the big stage. He continues flourishing as a key piece on the court, getting to his spots well, showcasing his ability to be a knockdown shooter from the perimeter, and finding ways to create and finish off the bounce. He has a fluid release with a ton of confidence, as he can really open things up for his offense when shots are...
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Bendel’s Best: G3 Live Showcase
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event featured over 280 teams across several age groups. College coaches of all levels were able to attend and extend scholarships to worthy prospects. There were a ton of notable teams and individuals on display, and this article will take a closer look at five personal favorites...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at #PhenomG3Live
2028 Noah Dulin (Team Pittman) I’ve really enjoyed watching Dulin develop as a player and putting his game on full display over the years, and he did so again on Day 2 to start. Dulin is an intriguing prospect, as we are eager to see what he ultimately becomes in the coming years. But he excels really well in his ability to attack in transition and score off the bounce, finishing well inside and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at #PhenomG3Live
2025 Derek Studer (Foothills Basketball) Studer was impressive to start the day off here at the Phenom G3 Live, as the Roanoke commit put on an impressive offensive show. Really was able to showcase his overall scoring ability, operating well down in the paint, finishing and operating with feel and touch, being able to face up and knock down shots, and also finding ways to get to the line. The...
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Duo to Watch at Phenom G3 Live Showcase: Ean King and Tyshaun Goldston
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event is set to feature an abundance of college-worthy talent and prospects for coaches at nearly every level. In addition to the countless names set to be on display, coaches will also have the opportunity to watch Ean King and Tyshaun Goldston of NLPB. Both worthy...
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Duo to Watch at Phenom G3 Live Showcase: Darrion Ellis and Cohen Hyatt
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event is set to feature an abundance of college-worthy talent and prospects for coaches at nearly every level. In addition to the countless names set to be on display, coaches will also have the opportunity to watch Darrion Ellis and Cohen Hyatt of Strictly Ballas. Both...
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Players to Watch at Phenom G3 Live Showcase: Chaise Smith
This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel to the Raleigh Convention Center to host our annual G3 Live Showcase. The event is set to feature an abundance of college-worthy talent and prospects for coaches at nearly every level. In addition to the countless names set to be on display, coaches will also have the opportunity to watch Chaise Smith of Washington/Team Wall. Still one of the more...
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