CARMEL CHRISTIAN TIP OFF CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS
Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Berean Baptist vs. Caldwell Academy
Second game on Day 2, Berean Baptist and Caldwell Academy matched up in an interesting matchup with some high-level talent on the court. Caldwell was able to come out of the gate strong led by its leader in 2025 Jaylen Cross, and that would continue to be a storyline throughout this game. They were able to grab the narrow 14-9 lead, but Berean Baptist started to get going behind...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Asheville School vs. Grace Christian
Day 2 of the Carmel Tip Off started on Saturday, as Asheville School and Grace Christian traveled to square off early in the day. Both teams brought intriguing talent to the court, as this was a back-and-forth battle throughout the first half. Both teams were tied at 13 at the end of the first, and neither team could break away from each other in the second quarter as well. The guard...
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POB’s Thoughts: What I Learned from the Carmel Tip-Off (Day 1)
Winners Shine In The Brightest Lights What a day of basketball at the Carmel Tip-Off on Day 1, and the biggest moment was when 2025 Eli Ellis for Moravian Prep rose up just another time in the biggest of moments and drilled the game-winning three to secure the victory against TBS. Ellis, time after time, continues to prove doubters wrong and proves once again why he is one of the best players in...
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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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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Carmel Tip-Off
2024 Kyrell Shaw (Northside Christian): Shaw came out red-hot in this game, showing his offensive firepower and his ability to score in a variety of ways. Shaw not only did a great job in finishing with his length out in transition, he continued to show how deadly he can be from behind the arc. The senior leader stepped up to lead the charge, going for 22 points to lead all scorers in the game....
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: TBS vs. Moravian Prep
Going into Game 2 on the night, you just knew that the energy would be there between The Burlington School and Moravian Prep, and that is exactly what you got. Two strong and top teams here in North Carolina were looking to battle it out on the court early in the season. Both teams were trading blows, as both teams were looking to play their style, and both got after it on both ends. We had a...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian vs. Combine Regional
Starting off the Carmel Tip-Off, Northside Christian and Combine Regional go underway here at Carmel Christian. Combine struck first with two early baskets, but Northside was able to settle down, attack out in transition, and completely flip the game early in the first quarter, leading 24-8 after one. 2024 Kyrell Shaw was the lead early on offensively, scoring in a variety of ways. Combine...
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Senior Watch: Carmel Tip-Off
2024 Jacob Brandly (Combine Regional): Brandly is an underrated player who can be a tough matchup with his ability to knock down shots with range, but also his ability to use his frame to operate from multiple levels. This could be an eye-opening opportunity for Brandly on the big stage. 2024 Josh Bullock (Northside Christian): Bullock is tough, rugged, and understands how to lead and be...
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Phenom Focus Podcast: Kicking off the Phenom Season with the Carmel Tip-Off
Phenom Hoops brings you its podcast, the Phenom Focus, with our first episode talking about the upcoming Carmel Tip-Off at Carmel Christian on November 10-11. Patrick O’Brien and Colby Lewis sit down to discuss all the matchups, break down the ins and outs of each game for Friday and Saturday, a few breakout players to watch for, and much more. Take a listen in with the link below! Link:...
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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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The stars will be out to kick off the season at the Carmel Tip-Off
Every year, high school basketball kicks off in a big way with Phenom Hoops at the Carmel Tip-Off Classic, and this year’s field is no different. We have elite matchups, Top-100 players, elite talent of all positions and classes, and this should be one of the best events to start the season. Below is the full schedule: Check out an early list of players that will be in attendance at the...
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MUST-SEE Games in the month of November with Phenom Hoops (Part 1)
The month of November with Phenom Hoops will certainly be one to remember, as we have a loaded month of matchups that will be very intriguing to watch for all fans around the region. This was a tough list, but one that could certainly be a lot longer. However, here are some of the MUST-SEE games coming up with Phenom Hoops in the month of November. The Burlington School vs. Moravian Prep –...
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Schedule Release from Phenom Hoops: Carmel Tip-Off Classic
The time has come for Phenom Hoops to start introducing and announcing all the teams that will be in the Carmel Tip-Off Classic, as we are releasing the entire schedule. The Carmel Tip-Off Classic has been known as one of the best events to kick off the season, and we have some ELITE matchups and storylines heading into this year’s field. We will be talking more about what we will be...
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Carmel Tip-Off kicks off the Phenom Hoops High School season
The time has come for Phenom Hoops!! The high school season is going to be here before we know it, and Phenom Hoops has a loaded 2023-24 schedule coming your way. And just like years past, we are starting the season off in a big way with the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoops, bringing you teams from all over the state to Carmel Christian in what should be a...
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HIGHLIGHTS: Boston Smith CATCHES A BODY + Yohance Connor PUTBACK headline Carmel Tip Off Top Plays
Check out some of the top plays from the Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic, as the stars were out for this event in Matthews, North Carolina.
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New names to put on your radar from Carmel Tip-Off
2024 Kyrell Shaw (Northside Christian): Coming from Mooresville and now being a big part of Northside Christian, Shaw is a player that could garner more eyes his way. The younger brother of KC Shaw, Kyrell showed this weekend that he can be a big threat from outside if someone was looking for a shooter with range. He runs the floor and gets to his spots well, but also finished out in transition...
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Stockrisers from Day 2 at Carmel Tip-Off
2025 Isaiah Henry (Cannon): Henry’s growth as a player can easily be seen and recognized. The sophomore prospect is continuing his play this summer and offseason, and kicked off the season in a big way on Day 2. One can see that Henry just has a different feel to his game, a better understanding of what he can do, and is taking the game more into his own hands. His combination of strength and...
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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: The Burlington School pulls out win in double overtime vs. Cannon
The day only continued, as The Burlington School was back in action after Day 1 and they were going up against Cannon, a team that we are getting a chance to see what they had to offer this season. Both teams were getting an early feel for each other, with both showing a balanced attack and getting multiple players involved early. Cannon was able to earn the early edge after the...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Carmel Tip-Off (Part 2)
2024 JJ Moore (Concord Academy): The junior guard was terrific in this game. Moore came out red hot from the outside, continuing to show his capability to be a threat from three but also using his speed to attack and create off the dribble. It was hard for defenders to stay in front as they had to respect his quickness but he made them pay multiple times from three. Even in overtime, he...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Concord Academy holds off Greensboro Day in OT
We continued the day here at the Carmel Tip-Off, as two powerhouse programs went to battle between Concord Academy and Greensboro Day. It was Concord Academy that flexed their muscles first, showing their new backcourt duo in Isaiah Tate and JJ Moore as both were knocking down shots early on from behind the arc. That trend continued, as Concord Academy was able to build upon its lead after the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy wins tight battle vs. 1of1 Prep
Two games were in the book and basketball fans were in for a HUGE treat between two of the top teams in the state in 1 of 1 Prep and Combine Academy. Two coaches that are familiar with each other matched up in a heated battle and it started off exactly how we thought. 1of1 Prep came out strong and quickly showed their youth came to play, but they also had a few veterans step up. But players like...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian strong once again, defeating Northwood Temple on Day 2
Game 2 on Day 2, Northside Christian and Northwood Temple were back in action here in Matthews for the Carmel Christian, as the atmosphere and crowd started to pile in for a great day of basketball. Two very different teams (roster-wise) got it going early, as Northwood Temple’s zone defense created some early havoc, but Northside Christian started to get their guards going. Northwood...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Carmel Tip-Off (Part 1)
2023 Derek Bradley (Westminster Catawba): The senior point guard played well throughout the game, showing his ability to not only run the show for his team but also to be an effective scorer on the court. Bradley brings a physical game to the floor, getting in the paint to find ways to score but also make plays for his teammates. He was at his best breaking down defenders and...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Quality Education bounces back with Day 2 win vs. Westminster Catawba
Day 2 at the Carmel Tip-Off started off with a very intriguing matchup, as Quality Education was looking to bounce back from a Day 1 loss, and we were getting out first viewing of Westminster Catawba and what they had to offer. Both teams started out a little slow offensively, but QEA was able to take the early lead behind the play of AJ Reeves (who had seven first-half points) and...
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Stockrisers from Day 1 at Carmel Tip-Off
2023 Bryce Cash (Carmel Christian): It is great to see that more schools are catching on with what Cash offers but still believe that more offers and college programs could use a player like him for their future. His ability to be a two-way player can really impact the game. On Day 1, he showed just that, using that college-ready frame to attack and finish through contact, and...
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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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Player Standouts at Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
6’3 ’23 Antonio Perkins (Northside Christian) Given the limited number of seniors on the roster, Perkins’ value should be pretty obvious. He provides a clear veteran presence with the IQ, experience, and leadership qualities to set the tone in a variety of different ways. Perkins is arguably the top shooting threat on the team, but also stands out through being steady, adaptable, and...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy uses strong second half to earn a win vs. The Burlington School
After a thrilling Game 1 that went into overtime, it was time for Combine Academy and The Burlington School to get under action. Two big-time programs with new head coaches were kicking off the season in a big way in a hostile environment. Combine Academy came out strong behind one of their big-time stars in 2024 Trentyn Flowers, a 6’9 prospect that can be a complete mismatch on the floor with...
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