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2024 Sean Birmingham seeing an uptick in his recruitment
2024 Sean Birmingham came to North Carolina and quickly made his mark with his play last year with Cannon. He is a very intriguing prospect that has a blend of size and shot-making ability and has only continued to develop his game. It was easy to see when we first saw him last year in 2022 when we had this to say: “The 6’8 prospect is a complete x-factor on the court, and the way he...
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Phenom Update: 2026 RJ Livingston
Player: RJ LivingstonClass: 2026School: Calvary ChristianHeight: 6’1 Last year, Phenom Hoops introduced you to a rising star in the class of 2026 in RJ Livingston. He has shown that he is one of the top point guards in the country and has been proving himself this summer even more, as college programs continue to come his way. We checked in with the young guard to see what the latest is. Offers:...
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Still Available: 2023 Clinton Efinda (Combine)
Player: Clinton EfindaClass: 2023School: Combine Academy Though it is late in the class of 2023, there is still talent left on the board and one player that can certainly help a program is 2023 Clinton Efinda from Combine Academy. Efinda is an explosive, strong, physical player that produces, can put players on posters, helps run the offense and on the boards, and can make plays getting...
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Programs taking notice of 2024 6’7 Mason Smith’s potential
Players all throughout the state continue to shine and develop as a player, and it is great to hear that college programs are taking notice. One player that should be rising up the ranks and earning more attention is 2024 6’7 Mason Smith. Phenom Hoops spoke about Smith’s intrigue and play recently at the NCISAA LIVE Period, where we had this to say: “Smith had people talking about his play...
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Interest continuing pick up with 2024 DJ Shine
One of the top players in South Carolina has continued to see his stock rise this summer, as 2024 DJ Shine has not only added more offers to his list but there are plenty of schools that have been reaching out his way. Shine has been a star on the Phenom Hoops platform before, with him performing incredibly well at the Phenom SC Top 80. Learn more about his game and what we saw at...
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Phenom Commitment: Jarin Stevenson heading to Alabama, reclasses to 2023
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Jarin StevensonClass: 2023Committed to: Alabama What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “When...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2023 Isaiah Tate commits to Livingstone College
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Isaiah TateClass: 2023Committed to: Livingstone What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “He’s...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2023 Derin Saran is headed to UC Irvine
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Derin SaranClass: 2023Committed to: UC Irvine What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “Derin...
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Getting to Know: 2026 Braylen Langley (IN)
Phenom Hoops continues to shed light on the young rising stars around the country, as we head out to Indiana to learn more about 2026 Braylen Langley. Playing this summer with Indy Heat, Langley has been a strong presence and a rising player to watch for in the state. He also made some early waves in earning his first offer from Jacksonville recently. Phenom Hoops recently...
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Diving in early with 2026 TJ Crumble
It is time to really start looking early at the class of 2026, and one player that already has the attention of so many early on is 2026 6’8 forward TJ Crumble from Lutheran East high school. He has been running with All Ohio this summer on the EYBL Circuit, and really showing more of his development and overall skillset at a high level. Which is why he has already racked up double-digit offers...
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2025 Braden Frager talks newest offers
2025 Braden Frager is a name that has been popping up a lot more as of late, as his recruitment has started to take a turn. The 6’6 prospect from Lincoln Southwest (NE) is coming off a solid high school season in which he averaged 11.4ppg and 7.0rpg, helping the Silver Hawks to a 15-9 overall record. But now, his time has come to step up and he has this summer with ETG, as he prepares even...
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2025 Malachi Simpson continues to thrive and showcase potential
Player: Malachi SimpsonClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: Hendersonville 2022-23 Season Averages: Simpson is coming off a tremendous high school season for Hendersonville, leading the charge at 20.0ppg, 7.7rpg, 2.1apg, 2.5spg, and 1.0bpg. A player here in North Carolina, 2025 6’6 Malachi Simpson has quickly seen his game elevate over the last year or so. It was just over a year ago when Simpson...
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Recruitment Breakdown: 2025 6’4 William Harper
We continue to shed more light throughout the country, as we head up to Maryland to check in on 2025 6’4 William Harper from Gonzaga. Harper is one that has been attracting the attention of college programs early on, as he has added several D1 offers over the last few months and his recruitment could only continue to rise when college coaches can reach out to 2025 prospects. Phenom Hoops...
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Lady Phenom Recruitment Update: 2024 Jada Cook (Patrick Henry HS)
Player: Jada CookClass: 2024High School: Patrick Henry HS (VA)AAU: Supreme Team Lady Phenom: How has this summer been going for you and your team'Cook: It has been going really well. Lady Phenom: What have you been hoping to show more with your game'Cook: I’m a versatile player that can play 1, 2, or 3, and can check 1-4 positions on defense. Also, my ability to shoot the three-ball. Lady...
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2026 Rassell Young opening eyes and having a big summer early on
A player that has been making some early noise this summer and is one to start getting to know here in North Carolina, 2026 Rassell Young should be on everyone’s watch list for a loaded Class of 2026 here in North Carolina. Coming off a season at Mallard Creek and now playing with Garner Road, Young has been a hot topic with what he has shown on the court, and we wanted to dive into more of his...
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2026 Seven Spurlock enjoying his summer with Pro Skills; talks early offers
Player: Seven SpurlockClass: 2026Height: 6’5High School: Frisco Memorial HSAAU: Pro Skills Phenom Hoops continues to highlight players all around the country, and 2026 Seven Spurlock is the latest player we wanted to learn and share more about. The 6’5 prospect is having a strong summer with Pro Skills, as he breaks down more about his game and his thoughts on earning two big early offers from...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Blanca Thomas staying home, commits to North Carolina
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Blanca ThomasClass: 2024Committed to: North Carolina What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Looking to expand her game: 2024 Icyss Storm
In our first Lady Phenom NC Top 80, we were able to get another view of 2024 6’1 Icyss Storm from Grace Christian and she has only continued to develop and elevate her game. Coming off a tremendous high school season, she really showcased her overall impact on the court at the Top 80, where we had this to say: “She’s a strong, athletic, rugged forward/post prospect with a nonstop...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2023 6’4 Isaiah Lewis (TSF)
Player: Isaiah LewisClass: 2023Height: 6’4AAU: The Skill Factory What Was Said at Phenom G3 Event: “Lewis was one of those players that I watched all weekend long and he impressed me each time he stepped on the court. He is an intriguing guard that can be explosive, attack in the open floor, and is not only able to get inside the defense to finish but also get to his spots to knock down jumpers....
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2024 6’5 Ryan Blount
Player: Ryan BlountClass: 2024Height: 6’5 What Was Said at Phenom G3 Event: “Blount is one that we highlighted earlier in the month, and he continues to showcase his production at a high level. This young man simply outworks his opponents on the court, whether displaying his footwork in the post, finding ways to score around defenders, creating and being physical, or simply outworking opponents...
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2024 Sebastian Akins (1of1) continues to develop his game; earns first two D1 offers
2024 Sebastian Akins has been a hot topic of discussion over the last few months with his play, as he has only continued to elevate his level of play and really stepping up on the big stage. You can almost go back to his time at the Phenom HoopState Championship, as Akins was sensational all throughout the event in leading his team. At that time back in March, we had this to say about his...
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Start Learning More About: 2025 Elzie Harrington (St. John Bosco)
As Phenom Hoops continues to expand its coverage, we present to you a player that we recently watched and were impressed with his play. 2025 Elzie Harrington from St. John Bosco and Strive for Greatness (AAU) was a player we recently viewed on the EYBL platform and from what we saw, he is one that deserves more attention his way. When we watched him on the court, Harrington was one that...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2024 6’8 Mekhi Turner
Player: Mekhi TurnerClass: 2024Height: 6’8AAU: Wood EliteHigh School: Maynard Jackson What Was Said at Phenom G3 Event: “Turner and the whole Wood Elite program really came to the Phenom Hoops platform and showcased the talent they had, and Turner was one that played extremely well. Turner is a 6’8 prospect that checks the boxes of athleticism, being active, physical, and has the ability...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2026 6’7 Trey Thompson
Player: Trey ThompsonClass: 2026Height: 6’7AAU: Tennessee ImpactHigh School: Greenville What Was Said at Phenom G3 Event: “He’s an incredibly smart, skilled post prospect with the ability to dominate a game in a variety of different ways. Unlike the vast majority of young bigs, Thompson already possesses the full arsenal. At 6-foot-7, he comfortably asserted himself on the block, spaced the...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Queens strikes again, earns commitment from 2023 Jordon Nevill
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Jordon NevillClass: 2023Committed to: Queens What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “If I’m...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2023 Jaydin Spillman-Martin commits to Cleveland CC
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Jaydin Spillman-MartinClass: 2023Committed to: Cleveland CC What Was Said by Phenom...
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Queens looking to continue success with in-state talent
Queens has been a staple here in North Carolina, and they have certainly proven themselves in a big way. Now a Division I program and coming off a successful season in which they finished 18-15 overall, the staff is looking to continue their success with a few key in-state recruits. The Royals have two terrific incoming recruits that are part of the 2023 recruiting class that should really set...
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Johnson C. Smith looking to go big with 2023 recruiting class
Players are coming off the board in the class of 2023, and one program that has been making a recent statement has been Johnson C. Smith. The Golden Bulls have been making their mark in the state of North Carolina with a few recent commitments, and they are bringing in size to help the future. As of right now, Johnson C. Smith has earned commitments from 2023 Asa White, 2023 Tyson Barrett,...
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North Carolina Commitment Steals: Class of 2023
The 2023 recruiting class is starting to wrap up here in North Carolina, and there are plenty of steals that programs are getting in the coming future. We have a few players that recently announced that could have a big impact at the next level, so let’s dive into players that could ultimately be steals in college. 2023 Bryce Cash (Carmel Christian) – Cash has proven himself time...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2023 Keyon Webb staying home, commits to UNCG
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Keyon WebbClass: 2023Committed to: UNCG What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “It should go...
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