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Key Pieces to Emerge for Chambers This Season
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to watch Chambers at our Hoopstate Fall League at Cox Mill High School. It didn’t take more than a second to recognize Tarris Bouie and Markus Kerr are the clear focal points of this group. Both guys are nationally ranked and approach the game as highly touted players should—leaving no doubts about their assertiveness or leadership. However, losing Maurio...
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Productive 2026 Showings at Fall League
6’4 ’26 Kaleel Benjamin (Sun Valley) Despite some struggles as a group, Kaleel Benjamin highlighted some enticing flashes throughout the weekend. He continues to improve as a long, athletic wing/forward with a useful skillset and array of physical tools. Benjamin finished around the basket, attacked off the bounce, and hit jumpers at a solid rate. He’s capable of securing rebounds and defending...
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Pangos Best of SoCal Showcase: Class of 2026 Standouts
Tajh Ariza (Credit to Dinos Trigonis) Phenom Hoops continues to expand its viewing, as we went out to California for the Pangos Best of SoCal Showcase, which allowed juniors and seniors to square off and showcase their talent. First off, we start with the juniors, as there was some talent to be found and new names to learn. Here are some of the players that captured our eyes at the event. Top 20...
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Expected Breakout Season: Parker Watkins and Travien Williams
Over the years, coaching public school basketball has become an increasingly difficult task. Given the lack of funding, resources, and general restrictions on sport-focused transfers, it’s certainly become an uphill battle for many. We see more kids transfer away from public schools now than ever before. Conversely, there are still plenty of players who go against the grain, stay put, and reap...
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Phenom Hoops’ 2025 Calendar Announced
Though we are still fully in 2024, that doesn’t mean we don’t have our eyes set on 2025 here at Phenom Hoops. We have announced our 2025 Calendar for travel ball, camps, and prep/post-grad events that you will not want to miss out on. Start signing up TODAY and come play on the best platform around. Register Today: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/2025-phenom-calendar/...
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Who Stood Out at Hoopstate Fall League' (Part Two)
6’5 ’26 Kohl Rosario (Moravian Prep) Since the Ellis brothers didn’t play, it allowed us to get a closer look at the entirety of this Moravian Prep roster. There were several notable standouts, but Kohl Rosario was arguably the most intriguing prospect in attendance. It takes about ten seconds of warmups for spectators to notice he’s abnormally explosive, however, he’s far more than a pure...
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Early Storylines to Look At: Phenom Tip-Off (Nov. 15-16)
Learning more about Ambassador Christian This is a program that many are eager to learn more about, as HC Scott Taylor and AC Nick Jones look to lead their new program and make a statement. New names have been filling out the roster, which included 2025 JD Bowden, 2026 Logan Johnson, 2026 Tyler Brown, 2025 Dylan Deluca, and several others. The talent is there, and many are eager to see how...
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Hoopstate Fall League Team Previews: Lake Norman
In one weekend, Phenom Hoops will officially begin our annual Hoopstate Fall League. Previously, games were hosted at Cox Mill and JD Lewis Center, but Rise Indoor Sports will also be added to the mix this year. Between three separate venues, kids from several different areas will have the opportunity to compete against other notable programs as they prepare for the upcoming high school season....
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Hoopstate Fall League Team Previews: Carson
In one weekend, Phenom Hoops will officially begin our annual Hoopstate Fall League. Previously, games were hosted at Cox Mill and JD Lewis Center, but Rise Indoor Sports will also be added to the mix this year. Between three separate venues, kids from several different areas will have the opportunity to compete against other notable programs as they prepare for the upcoming high school season....
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Phenom Announcement: Phenom Tip-Off Classic highlighting premier teams from North Carolina
The high school season will be here before you know it and if you have been looking forward to some of the upcoming releases of schedules, Phenom Hoops has you covered with some of the BEST events to kick off the season. Shortly after our first event, we are right back at it with another HUGE event with the Phenom Tip-Off Classic Presented By Sundown VA at Davidson Day on November 15-16. The...
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Hoopstate Fall League Team Previews: Greensboro Day School
In two weekends, Phenom Hoops will officially begin our annual Hoopstate Fall League. Previously, games were hosted at Cox Mill and JD Lewis Center, but Rise Indoor Sports will also be added to the mix this year. Between three separate venues, kids from several different areas will have the opportunity to compete against other notable programs as they prepare for the upcoming high school season....
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Hoopstate Fall League Team Previews: Asheville Christian
In two weekends, Phenom Hoops will officially begin our annual Hoopstate Fall League. Previously, games were hosted at Cox Mill and JD Lewis Center, but Rise Indoor Sports will also be added to the mix this year. Between three separate venues, kids from several different areas will have the opportunity to compete against other notable programs as they prepare for the upcoming high school season....
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Hoopstate Fall League Team Previews: Gaston Christian
In two weekends, Phenom Hoops will officially begin our annual Hoopstate Fall League. Previously, games were hosted at Cox Mill and JD Lewis Center, but Rise Indoor Sports will also be added to the mix this year. Between three separate venues, kids from several different areas will have the opportunity to compete with other notable programs as they prepare for the upcoming high school season....
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The All-Around Floor General: Miles Leaks
Now that we’ve reached the month of August, travel ball has concluded and players are preparing for the upcoming high school season. While the majority of targets for college coaches are seniors, several juniors and multiple sophomores will inevitably put themselves on the radars of next-level programs. Over the next few months, we will closely examine various players who...
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Establishing the Foundation: Big Expectations for Ambassador Christian’s First Season
Every few years, a new school is formed (usually in one of the major cities), becomes a hotbed for talent, and eventually trends upward in the national spotlight. Well, that’s precisely what happened earlier this summer when coaches Scott Taylor and Nick Jones sent shockwaves through the grassroots scene by announcing their move to Ambassador Christian School. After going 145-62 in eight seasons...
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2027 6’1 Jason Gardner Jr. proving to be an elite point guard
Player: Jason Gardner Jr.Class: 2027Height: 6’1AAU: Indiana EliteSchool: Fishers HS Down in Rock Hill (SC) for the USA Club Championships, there was plenty of talent to be found with some of the younger talents on display. One guard that we were impressed with big time was 2027 6’1 Jason Gardner Jr. for Indiana Elite, a team that ultimately won the silver bracket. When talking about his...
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Phenom Recap: Breakout Players this Summer (Class of 2025) (Part 5)
2025 6’5 Kenny Miller (Big Shots Elite NC / Ben L. Smith) If you want to talk about a breakout player, one could look at Miller. Though he has been a name many have heard and watched, he has clearly been catching more of the eyes of college coaches around the region, earning his first D1 offer not long ago. Miller has been a steady presence over the years but it was this summer that he...
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Is 2028 7’0 Dylan Betts (KC Run GMC) already trending as a top prospect in his class'
Player: Dylan BettsClass: 2028Height: 7’0AAU: KC Run GMCSchool: Cherry Creek HS The talent on display at the US Club Championships was off the charts, as some of the top players in the Class of 2026 and 2027 were on display, but that also included a few prospects in the Class of 2028. Getting there early for the event to check out the event, the first team we watched was KC Run GMC. That gave us...
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2026 6’1 Cedric Tomes (D1 Minnesota) showcasing to be a playmaker on the court
Player: Cedric TomesClass: 2026Height: 6’1AAU: D1 MinnesotaSchool: East Ridge HS We continue to look at players that impressed recently at the USA Club Championships in Rock Hill, SC and one player that captured our eyes was 2026 6’1 Cedric Tomes from D1 Minnesota. Phenom Hoops hadn’t had a chance to watch a lot of Tomes in action, but when we sat down to learn more about his game, Tomes...
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Player Standouts at Coach Rick’s TOC (Part Two)
6’6 ’29 Kaedyn Cole (FBC Elite) In terms of long-term potential, Kaedyn Cole was as appealing as any prospect on display. His array of tools as a rising eighth-grader is simply uncommon. Cole moves incredibly well for his size and already displays natural instincts on both ends of the floor. Although several middle-school prospects made a lasting impression, he was clearly the most dominant...
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Player Standouts at Coach Rick’s TOC
6’4 ’25 KJ Younger (R4A Scholars) Arguably the most impressive performer on display, KJ Younger was basically unstoppable for R4A Scholars. He’s built like a tank, sporting a strong body with long arms and powerful athleticism. However, Younger possesses the necessary blend of IQ, skill, and versatility to cause a ton of matchup problems for opponents. On one hand, he’s able to physically...
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2028 6’4 Adan Diggs (Arizona Unity) has the talent to be one of the top players in his class
Player; Adan DiggsClass: 2028Height: 6’4AAU: Arizona UnitySchool: Williams Field HS Offers: LSU, UMass, West Virginia, Maryland, Oregon, California, Arizona State, Washington Being on deck in Rock Hill for the USA Club Championships, Phenom Hoops had a great opportunity to learn several new names that are or will be national names down the road. One of the youngest players on display at...
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POB’s Eye Catchers at USA Club Championship (Class of 2028)
Dylan Betts 2028 6’4 Adan Diggs (Arizona Unity) – Williams Field HS Diggs is going to be a national name quickly and he will be a hot commodity for college programs, as he already holds offers from several. The 6’4 prospect has an incredible feel for a player at his age, has a mature understanding of how to operate on the court and lets the game come to him. He shows tremendous patience and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at USA Club Championship (Class of 2026)
2026 6’6 Cameron Holmes (Arizona Unity) – Millennium HS Holmes was quite impressive, and it was pretty easy to see why he is so highly ranked as a prospect. There is a lot to like about his game as he checks off a lot of boxes with his 6’6 frame, his athleticism, his versatility, and his scoring power. Holmes was really strong in watching him attack downhill and being able to finish at the rim...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at USA Club Championship (Class of 2027)
2027 6’11 Isaiah Hill (Indiana Elite) – Pike High Hill is a name that you will be hearing a lot more about and there is a lot of upside/potential with this young man’s game. He quickly grabs your attention with his long 6’11 frame but when you watch his game, you see that he has a blossoming skillset and his impact can be felt in a variety of ways. Early on, Hill makes his name on the...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at USA Club Championship (Class of 2026)
2026 6’9 Latrell Allmond (Team Loaded VA) – John Marshall Sitting baseline for his game, Allmond was an immediate force it was great to get another viewing of his game and how he has evolved as a player. Phenom Hoops has been on him since 8th grade and he has only continued to get better and better. With his size and frame, he maneuvers really well on the court, staying active and engaged as...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at USA Club Championship (Class of 2027)
2027 6’2 Davion Thompson (Meanstreets) – Bolingbrook HS Thompson came in as a well-known young prospect already garnering college coaches’ attention. Holding offers from schools like Wake Forest and Michigan, and then adding another on the day from Tennessee, Thompson has an extremely smooth feel and a tremendous understanding of the game. His blend of pace, feel, ability to create, being...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc (Part Four)
6’7 ’25 Brennen Oldham (Rising Pros) It’s easy to see what makes Oldham an enticing college-level prospect. He’s a fluid athlete with size, length, and skill. Oldham maintains a consistent presence as a rebounder and interior defender while also making clear strides as an all-around offensive threat. He finishes around the basket, attacks off the bounce, and can knock down jumpers at a solid...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc (Part Three)
6’1 ’28 Cole Amonett (Tennessee Tigers) It’s clear that the Tennessee Tigers organization is littered with notable prospects, which certainly includes Cole Amonett and everything he provides as a floor general. Despite playing up a level, he consistently stood out as one of the smartest, most poised individuals on the court. He plays with pace, gets others involved, and picks his spots as a...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc (Part Two)
6’4 ’26 Neal Swindell (Team Swish) Between everything Neal Swindell brings to a team, it’s easy to see why he should appeal to college coaches. He’s easily one of the most malleable players in the state. So few guys are able to produce alongside any collection of teammates, but that’s exactly what he does. Swindell can basically play all five positions on the court. Between his IQ,...
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