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Lady Phenom Game Report: Roanoke Rapids at Rocky Mount
Lady Phenom Hoops was on the road and looking to check out some talent around the state of North Carolina. On Tuesday night, we checked in at Rocky Mount, as they welcomed in Roanoke Rapids. Rocky Mount has been off to a strong start, but this was our first glimpse of what this team had to offer. They quickly came out and impressed, jumping out to an impressive 24-4 first-quarter lead...
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2024 Gracynn Gough continuing to show her production
Player: Gracynn GoughClass: 2024School: Charlotte Catholic At the Phenom New Year’s Bash, we got a chance to see some strong talent on the girls’ side with Charlotte Catholic, a program that certainly has the pedigree in making a state title run. 2024 Blanca Thomas certainly grabs the headlines, but once again, it was the play of 2024 Gracynn Gough who was the talk of the game with her...
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John Wall Invitational Game Recap: Morris Catholic vs Purcell Marian – Wonderland Girls Championship
In the Wonderland Girl’s bracket championship game, two out-of-state national powers faced off in the Morris Catholic Crusaders (18th in the country) and the Purcell Marian Cavaliers. Morris Catholic took down local powers Clayton and Apex Friendship to make it to today, while Purcell Marian also beat local powers in Millbrook and Panther Creek. MC is led by the Pauldo twins, ranked 17 and 18 in...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Charlotte Catholic vs. Hickory Ridge (Girls)
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boys’ side. In the second game, we had two talented teams on the girl’s side with Charlotte Catholic and Hickory Ridge. Hickory Ridge started out well behind the guard play of Erica McClary but Charlotte Catholic started to get going with their...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: Green Level vs. Quality Education
The John Wall Holiday Invitational kicked off its second day of action with a contest between Quality Education and Green Level High School. Both teams entered this showing looking for redemption after suffering losses yesterday. The opening quarter was pretty lopsided in favor of the Pharaohs, as they put together a solid scoring display and shut down the opposition on the other end to capture...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: Salisbury vs. Panther Creek
The sixth contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational took place between Panther Creek and Salisbury High School. Although it was the last game of the day, it proved to be the most competitive and entertaining battle thus far. Panther Creek finished last season as one of the top teams in the state, and their start to this season has only further solidified that notion. On the other side,...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: Clayton vs. Morris Catholic
The fifth contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational took place between Morris Catholic and Clayton High School. The Crusaders have garnered national attention and entered the season as the 21st-ranked girls’ program in the country. On the other side, the Comets of Clayton always put forth a competitive roster and make noise within the state of North Carolina. These two squads kicked things...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: Green Level vs. Legacy Early College
The fourth contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational took place between Legacy Early College and Green Level High School. Despite differing styles, plenty of folks were prepared for a tight battle. However, the Lions clearly had plans of their own. It didn’t take long for Legacy Early College to warm up, get everyone involved, and establish a double-digit lead. From there, the Lions never...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: Quality Education vs. 1 of 1 Academy
The third contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational took place between Quality Education and 1 of 1 Academy. Things were bound to be exciting, as these two squads possess as much talent as anyone in the state. The action kicked off in favor of 1 of 1 Academy, and they never looked back. They continually expanded the deficit behind a healthy mix of scoring from all levels. They pushed in...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recaps: Millbrook vs. Purcell Marian
The second contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational took place between Purcell Marian and Millbrook High School. The stage was set for a highly competitive matchup, and that’s exactly what we received. Millbrook opened the game in an aggressive fashion and established an early lead. That being said, Purcell Marian never allowed the deficit to grow larger than two possessions and kept...
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The John Wall Holiday Invitational Game Recap: North Pitt vs. Apex Friendship (Girls)
The opening contest of the John Wall Holiday Invitational opened up between Apex Friendship and North Pitt High School. It went back and forth for the first few minutes, but the Patriots quickly took control and never looked back. At halftime, Apex Friendship led 33-19 over North Pitt. Both teams came out of the break and maintained their contrasting approaches. Apex Friendship continued...
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Phenom Anthony Morrow Shootout Game Report: Charlotte Latin vs. Olympic (Girls)
Game 1 of Day 3 at the Phenom Anthony Morrow Shootout, as we had a treat to start the day as Charlotte Latin Girls welcomed in Olympic to start the day. Both teams looked to get off to a strong start, as Latin was able to take the narrow lead early after the first quarter and maintain that cushion until halftime. Latin really shared the ball well around the court and scored from multiple levels...
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Wayne Country Day (Girls) playing at a high level again
The Chargers of Wayne Country Day (Girls) are coming off a tremendous season in which they finished 23-7 and made an appearance in the NCISAA semifinals last year. And the Chargers are looking strong once again early on this season, both offensively and defensively. Wayne Country Day is averaging 66 points per game and playing at a high level, while only giving up 31 points per game to start the...
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2023 Nadiya Hairston adds another offer; looking to decide soon
2023 Nadiya Hairston has been a standout on many occasions with Phenom Hoops and college coaches continue to take notice of what she provides on the court. She holds multiple offers already but she added yet another offer from Lees-McRae, as she spoke with Lady Phenom about all the latest, her thoughts on the program, and when she may be looking to decide. Phenom Q&A: Phenom: How has...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2024 5’8 Morgan Smith (Ben L. Smith)
Player: Morgan SmithClass: 2024Height: 5’8School: Ben L. Smith Looking in the Greensboro area, Phenom Hoops was able to stumble upon an intriguing junior guard that has had a good solid start to the season and played well at the Phenom Tourney Town Showcase. 2024 5’8 Morgan Smith from Ben L. Smith high school has started the season off strong in averaging double-figures (14.5ppg, 4.5rpg,...
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Phenom Hoops/ Lady Phenom welcomes in Reggie and Will Dillard
We told you all that we had some exciting news coming, as Phenom Hoops continues to expand and grow the brand. As one can see, Phenom Hoops has started Lady Phenom Hoops, as we look to provide coverage more on the girls’ side of high school basketball, creating an even bigger platform for players all around the country. Well, we are now excited that we will be welcoming Reggie Dillard and...
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Lady Phenom Freshman Watch: 2026 Janiya Milligan (TW Andrews)
Player: Janiya MilliganClass: 2026High School: TW AndrewsHeight: 6’0 It was another great weekend of high school basketball for Phenom Hoops, and on Day 2 we had a tremendous matchup with TW Andrews and Ben L. Smith. Getting a chance to watch some intriguing talent, one young player caught our eye with her production as a young big but also the potential in her game. 2026 6’0 Janiya...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Tourney Town (Part 1)
2024 Morgan Smith (Ben L. Smith): Smith led the way on Day 2 for her team, helping secure a strong overtime victory. She finished with 22 points and filled it up, doing a nice job of penetrating and creating. Smith was at her best when she was able to get downhill and attack the defense, finding ways to score inside but also did a tremendous job in getting to the line. But that doesn’t...
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Lady Phenom Game Report: East Lincoln vs. Lincolnton
East Lincoln Girls 71 vs Lincolnton Girls 21 @ LHS 12/9/22 ELHS: 31 9 23 8- 71LHS: 3 9 6 3- 21 ELHS: Ginny Overbay 18, M. Self 8, M. Bissinger 8, H. McFadden 8, E. Montanari 7, K. Anderson 6, A. Hege 6, T. Martin 4, T. Thomas 4, K. Legrand 2 LHS: Mackenzie Sand-Odum 11, A. Armstrong 6, J. Williams 2, C. Holland 2 Notables: Ginny Overbay Double Double 18 pts, 10 rebs, 5 steals. Madison Self 8...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2025 Aubrey Phanton (First Flight)
Player: Aubrey PhantonClass: 2025Position: CenterSchool: First Flight We continue to spotlight players around the state of North Carolina with Lady Phenom Hoops, and one player that we recently saw at the Good Guys vs. Cancer event was 2025 Aubrey Phanton from First Flight high school. As a freshman last year, Phanton had a solid year playing 24 games and averaging 6.6ppg and 5.5rpg. And...
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Continuing to develop her game: 2024 Molly Burns (Ardrey Kell)
Player: Molly BurnsClass; 2024School: Ardrey Kell There are so many players out there in North Carolina that are deserving of recognition and 2024 Molly Burns from Ardrey Kell is one of them. The junior guard has been a consistent force on the court with her ability to create and also her shot-making ability. Burns is a scrappy prospect on the floor, loves to compete, and is a leader on...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2023 Kirsten Lewis-Williams (Lake Norman)
Name: Kirsten Lewis-WilliamsClass: 2023School: Lake NormanHeight: 5’10 Offers: St. Peter’s, East Tennessee State, multiple D2 offers Phenom Hoops continues to spot talent on the girls side here in the region and one player that we have watched on several occasions has been 2023 5’10 Kirsten Lewis-Williams. Her play has led the charge at Lake Norman, one of the top teams in the state. And with...
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Phenom Lakesgiving: Lake Norman goes 2-0 in the event with win vs. Olympic
The day continued into Game 2, as the host school of Lake Norman Girls was back in action and looking to showcase once again why they are one of the top teams in the state. They welcomed in Olympic to battle it out and Lake Norman came right out of the gates both offensively and defensively, flexing their muscles and quickly jumping out on top big. It was a struggle for Olympic to...
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Lady Phenom Standouts: Phenom Lakesgiving (Day 2)
2024 Molly Burns (Ardrey Kell): Burns was back in action and she was really showing why she is one of the leaders for this team. She did a terrific job in creating off the dribble and making plays; she is quite shifty with the ball in her hands. But she is at her best when she is showing her extreme confidence in knocking down shots from outside, being a big threat from three. 2023 Sarah Evans...
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Phenom Lakesgiving: Ardrey Kell bounces back on Day 2 vs. Hickory Ridge
Day 2 got underway at the Phenom Lakesgiving, with Ardrey Kell (Girls) back in action and going up against Hickory Ridge to start the day. Ardrey Kell was looking for a bounce-back game and they found success early on behind the play of Sarah Evans and company, helping to jump out to an early first quarter lead and building upon that until halftime, 26-14. Hickory Ridge continued to battle...
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Lady Phenom Standouts: Phenom Lakesgiving (Day 1)
2026 Rayana Minard (West Cabarrus): Minard is part of a freshmen duo that you could be hearing a lot more down the road. But Rayana was the catalyst for much of the game with her ability to create and find ways to score. She shot the ball well, made plays off the dribble, and was one of the go-to scorers for her team. 2024 Kirstyn Herman (Alexander Central): Herman really captured our eyes with...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Lakesgiving (Day 1, Part 2)
2023 Kirsten Lewis-Williams (Lake Norman): Lewis-Williams was off the charts on Day 1 and she really filled it up in all areas of the court. Whether it was her defensive presence, racking up seven steals which eventually helped lead to points. But she also was tremendous in creating for herself, weaving through defenders and finishing with touch as well as through contact. That doesn’t...
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Phenom Lakesgiving: Lake Norman impressive vs. Ardrey Kell (Girls)
The day continued into the afternoon as the girls were back in action in what looked to be a great game with some terrific talent. Lake Norman Girls matched up with Ardrey Kell Girls at the PhenomLakesgiving, and Lake Norman showed why they are one of the top teams around the region and even in the state. They were swarming on defense early which allowed them to create turnovers and turn...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Lakesgiving (Day 1, Part 1)
2026 Aalayja Minard/ 2026 Rayana Minard (West Cabarrus): The twin duo was something special to watch and should have the West Cabarrus program excited about the future with these two leading the charge. Both Aalayja and Rayana were strong two-way players, staying extremely active and getting into the passing lanes defensively, but also using that same motor to score the ball effectively from...
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Phenom Lakesgiving: Alexander Central earns come-from-behind victory vs. West Cabarrus
The PhenomLakesgiving got underway here in Mooresville, with West Cabarrus and Alexander Central getting it started on the girls’ side. West Cabarrus came out strong on both ends, allowing their defense to create points. West Cabarrus really was able to stay aggressive and get to the line in the first half early, but also had a balanced attack to help build an early lead after the...
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