CARMEL CHRISTIAN TIP OFF CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS

Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian vs. Gaston Christian

Last game of the event, Carmel Christian and Gaston Christian went to battle in this exciting and heated matchup. Both teams came in and had their strengths, and it looked to be the leaders that would step up in this one. Carmel Christian was able to get the early lead at the end for the first quarter 12-7, with 2024 Kam Taylor and 2025 Bryce Slay leading the charge. Gaston Christian's big man...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian vs. FCDS

Last game of the night on Day 1 at the Carmel Tip Off, the host team of Carmel Christian entered the court to take on Forsyth Country Day. Two teams that we were excited to learn more about, both came out strong and the experienced players stepped up early in this one. Forsyth Country Day came out strong behind 2024 Iverson King, but Carmel was able to tie the game after the first quarter at 13....

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What to Watch for: Saturday at Carmel Tip-Off (Nov. 11)

12:00 pm – Grace Christian vs. Asheville School Grace Christian brings in talent that will be must-see and should start popping up more throughout the state. They are led by the strong senior guard duo of 2024 Quasim Oden and 2024 Steven McLeod, both of which can get downhill and be a strong presence on both ends of the court. They also have a rising star that could be in for a breakout...

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What to Watch for: Friday at Carmel Tip-Off (Nov. 10)

5:00 pm – Combine Regional vs. Northside Christian A terrific and intriguing matchup to start off the event. Northside is coming off a title run and they bring back a lot of firepower once again, as 2024 Josh Bullock and 2024 Kyrell Shaw are looking to lead the charge. Two underrated seniors that can fill it up and play well off each other, they look to make a statement to start the...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian comes out on top vs. Asheville School

It was the final game of the night, as the hosting school Carmel Christian welcomed Asheville School for a showdown that would end what has been an absolutely insane event to start the season. Carmel Christian came out strong and attacked the paint, with Bryce Cash and Jaeden Mustaf leading the charge in the first half. But Asheville School started to settle down, run their offense, and get the...

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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian secures tough victory vs. Northwood Temple

The last game of the night, as Northwood Temple traveled to take on the home team Carmel Christian in what ended a great Day 1 at the Carmel Tip-Off. Carmel Christian came in strong in showing why they were being ranked as one of the top teams in the state, both on the offensive and defensive end. The three-ball started to fall early for Carmel Christian, but they also created havoc defensively...

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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Storylines: Day 2 (Saturday, Nov. 12)

Carmel Christian Tip-Off Storylines Schedule Release: #CarmelTipOff Presented by Phenom HoopsThe Stars will be OUT at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Saturday, November 12 at Carmel Christian 12:00 pm – Quality Education vs. Westminster Catawba1:30 pm – Northside Christian vs. Northwood Temple3:00 pm – Combine Academy vs. 1of1 Prep4:30 pm – Concord Academy vs....

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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Storylines: Day 1 (Friday, Nov. 11)

Carmel Christian Tip-Off Storylines Schedule Release: #CarmelTipOff Presented by Phenom HoopsThe Stars will be OUT at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Friday, November 11th, 2022 – Carmel Christian School 5:00 pm – Northside Christian vs. Quality Education6:30 pm – Combine Academy vs. The Burlington School8:00 pm – Carmel Christian vs. Northwood Temple Potential...

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Carmel Christian Tip-Off ABSOLUTELY loaded with talent once again (Nov. 11-12)

When it comes to high school basketball in North Carolina, there is only one way to kick off the season and that is with Phenom Hoops at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off. Year after year, it has started the season in a big way here in North Carolina and is one of the top events nationally year after year. Well, this upcoming event will be no different as it will be loaded with some of the top teams...

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What You Missed: Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic

What a way to start the high school season at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, as the atmosphere was off the charts, the competition was incredible, and fans were treated to some of the premier talent around the region. If you missed you, you missed a good one. Here are JUST A FEW things you might have missed.

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Carmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Carmel Christian vs. Covenant Day

Phenom Hoops kicked off the season in a big way with the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, bringing in some of the premier talent and teams from around the region under one building in Charlotte. In the final game of the night, we welcomed in all the fans from Carmel Christian and Covenant Day, as it was a hostile crowd going back and forth before the ball was even tipped.  Then we got the...

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Jamie’s List of Five — Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic

Jamie's List of Five Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic It was a pretty spectacular two days. The crowd was incredible, thanks to the fans of Charlotte, North Carolina for showing out. The play on the court warranted a raucous crowd, as the big time players made big time play after big time play. Here is who we saw as the event's top performers… 6'5' 2019 Josh Nickelberry (Louisville)...

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Coach Rick’s Fab 5 Performances Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic (Day 2)

Coach Rick’s Fab 5 Performances Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic (Day 2)   The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, it...

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Awards of Excellence Game MVP (Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic)

The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, it wasn't anywhere close to the enthusiasm and excitement that was generated on the court....

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Eye Catchers: Northwood Temple vs. Carmel Christian

Northwood Temple Academy vs. Carmel Christian Northwood Temple Josh Nickelberry (6'5, 2019): Nickelberry is such a superb, gifted scoring guard that can give out a few hits just as much as he can take it. He has to score for this team and that he does in an array of ways. His jumper was on point and you can tell, when ones goes in, the confidence level only increases, which can be very dangerous...

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