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Phenom Game Report: Farmville Central & Broughton HS
Standouts Jah Short 6’4 2023 Farmville Central Jah has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways. The 6’4 guard is an exceptional defender with his length and athleticism. He has a great understanding of the game and has the ability to make plays for himself / teammates. He is a player a lot of schools should have on their radar. He is at his best getting to the rim or pulling up...
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Salisbury v. Northwest Guilford
On Wednesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Oak Ridge, North Carolina, as Northwest Guilford prepared to host Salisbury High School. Between the two squads, there were more than enough storylines to justify excitement about this contest. Coach Reavis and the Vikings have effortlessly maintained their status as one of the better teams in the Triad throughout the last decade. On the other side,...
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Weddington vs Ardrey Kell Game Summary
Phenom Hoops travelled to Ardrey Kell to cover one of the premier high school early season matchups. Weddington is coached by Gary Ellington and led them to their first ever NCHSAA 3A state championship last season. Year in, year out, Ardrey Kell is considered one of the top teams in the area and is coached by Mike Craft. Coach Gary Ellington and Coach Mike Craft are outstanding high school...
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Phenom Game Report: Wakefield at Northwood
Phenom Hoops was at it again, checking on talent around the state. Tuesday night, we took in Northwood again, as they welcomed in Wakefield coaches by Garrett Stevens. An interesting matchup, as 2024 Drake Powell certainly had the attention of many but you can’t look past the experience on Wakefield’s roster. Early, it was Northwood that had it rolling on both ends. They were getting out on...
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Game Report: Chambers vs Myers Park
On Tuesday night, we had the pleasure of watching one of the top public school matchups in the state as Julius L. Chambers hosted Myers Park. In the first half, Chambers jumped out to a double-digit lead. Their defensive pressure was key in this run as they were able to force turnovers that led to easy baskets on the offensive end. At one point the lead got up to 18 points, as Chambers’...
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Mt. Tabor vs West Stokes Game Recap
Mount Tabor vs West Stokes Top Players 5’8 2023 Jamarius Peterkin (Mt. Tabor) JP started the game off on fire. He scored 15 of his 24 points in the first quarter. He was scoring the ball in a variety of ways. He hit four 3’s in the game and had multiple finishes at the rim. JP was not only able to impact the game on offense, but he impacted the game more defensively. This was...
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Game Report: Seaforth vs. Northwood
On Tuesday night, Phenom Hoops traveled to Pittsboro as Seaforth hosted Northwood. It was a matchup that the entire city and state was looking forward to. It was a packed house, which was a reminder of just how special high school sports are with fans in the building. From the opening tip, Northwood set the tone on the defensive end, pressuring the ball and turning defense to offense. They...
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Smith v. Grimsley
On Monday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the “Big Four” at Ben L. Smith High School, as the Golden Eagles prepared to host Grimsley High School as both squads kick off the start to their respective seasons. There’s an obvious amount of excitement surrounding each team. Smith has a healthy mix of talented veterans and young, up-and-coming talent, in addition to their notable coaching staff led by...
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Page v. Dudley
On Monday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the “Big Four” at Ben L. Smith High School, as Page and Dudley prepared to kick off their season with a neutral site contest. Given their talent, leadership, and coaching staff, the Pirates entered this contest with their highest expectations in recent memory. Meanwhile, Dudley quietly trended upward as one of the Triad’s more underrated teams throughout...
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Game Report: Heritage vs Broughton
On Monday night, Phenom Hoops traveled to Wake Forest to watch NCHSAA season-opener as Heritage hosted Broughton. This was an intriguing matchup, especially given the guard play between Heritage’s Justin Monden and Broughton’s Will Otto. Needless to say, the game lived up to expectations and both guards played tremendous games for their respective teams. The first quarter was back...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Charlotte Country Day vs. United Faith
In the final game of the night, the home team Charlotte Country Day welcomed in United Faith to end what was a thrilling event for the Phenom November Classic. Getting underway, it was United that got out to the early lead, eventually taking a double-digit lead at the end of the first quarter, 15-4. United Faith continued to put the pressure on CCDS and attack the basket in the second...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 from Phenom November Classic (Part 2)
2022 Cade Tyson (Carmel Christian): It was an absolute battle between Carmel and Providence, it was Tyson that led the charge and kept his team in the game in the first half, and also made big plays in the second to help secure the win. Tyson though showed just how effective he can be from anywhere on the floor. He can score outside, he can use his 6’8 size against smaller defenders to score...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Winston Salem Christian vs. Northside Christian
We went into our second to last game of the night, as Northside Christian and Winston Salem Christian battled it out on the court. Winston Salem was able to grab the narrow lead early on 18-14 behind the play of Lewis Walker and their guard play but Mychael Mithcell and Sam Cogan found their rhythm early from outside as well. Winston Salem Christian played well defensively in the second quarter...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Lake Norman Christian vs. Liberty Heights National
The night continued at the Phenom November Classic, as the action continued with Liberty Heights National vs. Lake Norman Christian on Day 2. Two very intriguing teams coming in, it was going to be interesting to see which team was going to be able to make their mark on this one. It certainly wasn’t a high-scoring affair, as teams were battling on both sides of the floor and it was a...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Carmel Christian vs. Providence Day
We headed into the night sessions of the afternoon and fans got themselves an absolute show coming in, as to of the premier programs took the court in Carmel Christian and Providence Day. Carmel is coming off a great showing last weekend and this was the first chance for many to see what all the talk was about at PDS. Providence Day came out strong and showcased their new roster, a...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Christ School vs. The Burlington School
The games continued here on Saturday afternoon, as we moved on to the next matchup between Christ School and The Burlington School. Two teams with talent on their roster, both came out strong early on. Christ School held the lead for much of the first quarter, led by Johno Pierce and company but The Burlington School made a late run to hold a 14-12 lead at the end of the first. Second quarter...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Gaston Christian vs. Henderson Collegiate
Next game up on the schedule was Gaston Christian and Henderson Collegiate, both coming in and looking to show just what they have this season. Both teams got underway early, with Henderson Collegiate taking the narrow lead early on behind a late three at the buzzer by Ellis Williams, eventually leading 11-7 at the end of one. Second quarter though, Henderson Collegiate started to make plays,...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Westminster Catawba vs. Wesleyan Christian
We got underway on the boys’ side of things, with Westminster Catawba back in action and taking on Wesleyan Christian. Both teams looking to build on their resume with a win in Charlotte and it looked to be an evenly matched game. Westminster Catawba led the charge behind Richard Black III, scoring eight first-quarter points but Luke Grace for Wesleyan Christian stepped up big with his...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Charlotte Country Day vs. Lincoln Charter (Girls)
Day 2 got underway in Charlotte for the Phenom November Classic, as Charlotte Country Day and Lincoln Charter battled it out on the girls’ side of things. Charlotte Country Day came out strong and built a double-digit lead early and eventually led 16-2 at the end of the first quarter. Lincoln started to find a little more success in the second quarter behind Lusk and Rinaldo but Charlotte...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Christ School vs. Charlotte Country Day
In our final game of the night on Day 1, Christ School and Charlotte Country Day took the floor to give fans a little bit more of a glance in what they have this season. Both teams came out and looked to run their offense with both teams trading baskets. Christ School was able to use their size and athleticism to their advantage early on in the game to gain a lead but Charlotte...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Liberty Heights National vs. Concord Academy
The afternoon continued, as Liberty Heights National and Concord Academy hit the floor to battle at the Phenom November Classic. Two teams with intriguing talent but also a variety of experiences, it was going to be interesting to watch who would be able to make a statement on Friday night. Liberty Heights used a balanced offensive attack, showing that they can be effective inside and out to...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: The Burlington School vs. NC GBB
We continued into the afternoon, as we had two big-time teams meet up in Charlotte. The Burlington School and NC Good Better Best matched up on the floor with both teams bringing some terrific talent with them. The Burlington School came out strong and made a quick statement on both ends, as they started off the game with a 13-0 run before finding themselves up 16-5 at the end of the first...
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Phenom November Classic Recap: Westminster vs. Winston Salem Christian
Day 1 got underway with a very intriguing matchup between Westminster Catawba vs. Winston Salem Christian, both teams with very intriguing talent. The game got underway and it was WS Christian that started to find some early success but Westminster Catawba made a few plays late to give themselves the three-point lead at the end of the first. Westminster came out strong in the second quarter,...
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Asheville School v. High Point Christian
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the heart of High Point, as the Cougars of High Point Christian prepared to start their season against the Asheville School. Structurally, both squads look quite different from last season, yet still possess an abundance of next-level talent The stage was set for an exciting, competitive contest, and each squad delivered. Things kicked off in a hurry, as...
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Phenom Game Report: Durham Academy at Wesleyan Christian
Phenom Hoops tuned in to Tuesday night’s game between Wesleyan Christian and Durham Academy, as both teams looked to get the season underway. Getting this game underway, it was the long ball from three that got Wesleyan out early led by their seniors, Luke Grace and Jefferson McLamb. But Jake Chisholm kept Durham Academy close early on leading the way with his shot-making, as well as...
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Carmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Carmel Christian vs. Westminster Catawba
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, it was Carmel Christian vs. Westminster Catawba in what looked to be an intense showdown. Both teams came out strong and looking to make an early statement. ...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2, Part 2)
2025 Eli Ellis (Moravian Prep): This kid is something special, there is no doubt about it. He doesn’t play like a freshman and his understanding of the game is off the charts. He just continues to expand his game all over the floor, creating with the dribble, moving incredibly well without the ball, constantly getting defenders guessing, and being a scoring threat once he touches the ball. He...
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Carmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Combine Academy vs. NC GBB
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. Heading into the late-night games, Combine Academy was back in action, taking NC Good, Better, Best in what looked to be a coaching battle between two fantastic coaches. Combine came out strong, led by...
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Carmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Greensboro Day vs. Oak Hill
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. Moving on to one of the premier matchups on the night, the battle of the GOATS took place in Charlotte as Oak Hill Academy took on Greensboro Day early in the evening. Oak Hill came out strong and was...
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Carmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Moravian Prep vs. Winston Salem Christian
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. The day rolled on, as a highly-anticipated matchup between Moravian Prep and Winston Salem Christian was up next here in Charlotte. Two teams that are familiar with each other, this one was going to be...
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