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Queens looking to continue success with in-state talent
Queens has been a staple here in North Carolina, and they have certainly proven themselves in a big way. Now a Division I program and coming off a successful season in which they finished 18-15 overall, the staff is looking to continue their success with a few key in-state recruits. The Royals have two terrific incoming recruits that are part of the 2023 recruiting class that should really set...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Kobe George reclasses to 2023, commits to Queens
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: Kobe GeorgeClass: 2023Committed to: Queens What Was Said by Phenom...
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Proving His Worth: Kobe George
The high school landscape can be very strange at times, especially in terms of recruiting. It
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Cooper
By: Cooper Hart Kaden Hammond – 2025 – The Burlington School The newest addition to the TBS roster, Kaden gives them much needed frontcourt depth. In the first game of the tournament, he displayed his ability to score with touch and efficiency, putting up 12 points on 5/8 shooting. He scored in a variety of ways, using great touch on layups, hooks, and short jumpers. He also added 9...
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Phenom Game Report: DME National vs. WS Christian National
Second game on the day, DME National took on Winston Salem Christian National, as here was talent to be found everywhere you look. Winston Salem Christian came out strong in the first few minutes, but DME started to settle down, share the ball well, and knock down shots from outside. WS Christian looked to use their size but it was the forwards of DME that was able to stretch the floor and make...
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Standouts: Winston-Salem Christian vs Raleigh Christian
To start with, Sam Houston State commit 6’8 2023 Torey Alston (Winston-Salem Christian) was tremendous all game. He is the heart and soul of this team, and impacts the game on both ends. His motor is nonstop. Combine that with his length, athleticism, and skillset, he not only produces right now, but has tremendous long-term potential. Alston finished with 9 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists,...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Stacey Palmore #6: 6
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A Closer Look: Team CP3 16U
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Early Look: Team CP3 2024
It is that time of the year, as players from all around start getting together with their travel ball team and prepare for an exciting spring and summer. Phenom Hoops started the season off with the Phenom Opening, giving us a glimpse of several of those teams which also included a very talented young group with CP3 2024. Watching this team in action, you can see there is no shortage of...
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NCISAA Championship Previews
After a season full of anticipation, the wait is finally over. We
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NCISAA 2A Semifinal Recap: The Burlington School vs Wayne Country Day
In a rematch of last year’s NCISAA 2A State Semifinals, The Burlington School (28-7) would once again host Wayne Country Day (25-7). All season long, these two teams have been at the top of our private school rankings. 6’3 2024 Kobe George The Burlington School knew in order to win this game, they would have to make it very difficult on Wayne Country Day’s Collin Tanner, their...
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Wesleyan Christian v. The Burlington School
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Wesleyan Christian for a competitive battle between the Trojans and visiting Spartans of The Burlington School. Although both teams have college-level talent, few people could
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Phenom Game Report: The Burlington School vs. Carmel Christian
Phenom Game Report: Carmel Christian 77 The Burlington School 58 The Burlington School, defending NCISAA 2A state champions, came into the contest with an impressive 21-4 record, losing only to nationally ranked Southern California (58-51), Word of God (69-65) and Link Academy (59-53), who is also ranked the No. 1 team in the country. In addition, The Burlington School also lost a close...
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HIGHLIGHTS: Cam Whitmore (Archbishop Spalding) vs The Burlington School at 2021 #theJohnWall
Villanova commit Cam Whitmore and Archbishop Spalding took on the Burlington School led by Kheni Briggs and Avion Pinner in the semi-finals of the Devonte Graham bracket at the 2021 John Wall Holiday Invitational!
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Wednesday Standouts from The John Wall, Part 2
Game 5The Burlington School vs. Archbishop Spalding In their second round matchup of the Devonte Graham Bracket, defending NCISAA 2A State Champions The Burlington School (TBS) took on Maryland
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Good Guys vs. Cancer (Day 2, Part 2)
2022 Joseph Thompson (South Central): Thompson stepped up big for his team on both ends of the floor. He helped create his team
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Open Gym Report: The Burlington School
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to The Burlington School for a high-level open gym session with one of the top programs across North Carolina. For the last two seasons, the Spartans have been led by Coach Ryan Bernardi and, regardless of roster composition, found a way to make it to the title game. After suffering a state championship loss, they reached their goal last season and seized...
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North Carolina
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Sportsplex in Greensboro, North Carolina for the annual CP3 Rising Stars Camp. Typically, this event is exclusively for rising freshmen but the unforeseen circumstances over the last year prevented the Class of 2024 from the occasion. Instead of excising the class completely, they opted to combine the two classes into one enormous event. The amount...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: CP3 2024
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. CP3 2024 The future looks extremely bright in...
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Players that Impressed at NCISAA LIVE Period – Class of 2024
Phenom Hoops was on deck throughout the weekend at Forsyth Country Day for the NCISAA Live Period (Session 2), where teams throughout the state of North Carolina came to compete in front of college coaches. It was great to see all the teams and players in action over the weekend, as we are looking to bring you the stars and stock risers for each class from the weekend. We will continue with...
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Quickly Reloaded: The Burlington School
Each year, there are certain programs that are guaranteed to be relevant simply due to their coaching and/or knack to acquire talent. Take Duane Lewis (North Meck), Dion Bethea (Gray Collegiate), BJ Jackson (Legacy Early College), and countless others as evidence of this notion. Well, despite entering just his fourth season as a high school head coach, perhaps Ryan Bernardi is deserving of a...
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Coach on the Court: 2024 Kobe George (The Burlington School)
The Burlington School is coming off a championship run last year and looks to be geared up once again to make another run this upcoming season. One of the young players that played a key role last year will be looked upon to be an even bigger leader, as 2024 Kobe George is hoping to have a big summer and high school season. The talent with George is there, as he checks off a lot of boxes and...
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Class of 2024 Player Watch: Grassroots TOC
There was a ton of talent in Rock Hill at the Phenom Grassroots TOC, including some young players. Here are a few players part of the 2024 class that really captured our attention once again and should be ones to monitor throughout the rest of the summer.
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Overflowing with Talent: Team CP3 15U (2024)
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina for a variety of high-level basketball. Our Phenom Post-Grad Nationals began on Friday while the Hoopstate Championship and Spring Tip-Off Classic kicked-off on Saturday
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NCISAA 2A State Championship: Northwood Temple v. The Burlington School
On Saturday, Phenom Hoops returned to The Burlington School for another highly anticipated playoff matchup between the Spartans and Northwood Temple for the 2A NCISAA state championship. As we mentioned in our preview article, this rematch from last year
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Five Standout Frosh, “Stock on the Rise,” Part 3
While it
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Combine Academy vs The Burlington School: Game Recap
On Saturday afternoon, Phenom Hoops traveled to Lincolnton to watch Combine Academy take on The Burlington School. TBS was facing a nationally ranked Combine Academy for their second game in two days after getting a close road win Friday night at South Granville. The first half was a defensive battle. Both teams were doing a really good job of pressuring the ball and forcing turnovers. Robert...
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The Burlington School vs South Granville: Game Recap
Friday night in Creedmoor, NC, we were all in for a treat. There’s something about these public versus private school matchups that get everyone excited. We had one of the top public school teams in North Carolina in South Granville, led by Louisville commit, Bobby Pettiford Jr. Their opponent, The Burlington School (TBS), one of the top private school teams in the state, led by UNCW...
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Phenom Open Gym Tour: The Burlington School
Phenom Hoops tuned in virtually to a few practices for the Burlington School, a program that certainly is brining a lot of excitement and talent to the floor this season. With a blend of new names, returning players, and young prospects, Coach Ryan Bernardi should have the eyes of many this season. We dive into names that we saw and should watch this year.
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Previewing the Greensboro High School Basketball Landscape: Ben L. Smith
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