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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Cam Flippen
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Jasean Williams
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Justin Monden Enters the Transfer Portal
Given the changes throughout college sports, countless players enter the transfer portal every year. Many leave their current situation to reach new heights or attempt to reestablish themselves at a different level. Among the latest additions to the portal is Justin Monden of Georgia Southwestern. Most folks should also remember him from his days at Heritage High School, where he shined as a...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Rodmik Allen
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Beyond Basketball: The Significance of Mental Health for Athletes
Things are constantly changing in all facets of life. Times are different and that’s evident at every turn. Youth athletics are no exception. In the last decade alone, we’ve watched the travel basketball landscape shift from a highly competitive setup with terrific structure into something else completely. While the general positives and negatives can be saved for later, the pressure placed on...
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Stock Rising Seasons: 2028 Micah Gunter
Player: Micah GunterClass: 2028School: Greensboro Day The high school season has wrapped up for many players and that allows us at Phenom Hoops to take a look back at players that some would say have seen their stock rise after a strong season. So let’s dive into a few players that will be prospects to keep an eye on this upcoming summer and down the road. It may be hard to think of a freshman...
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Khamani Wertz Hits the Transfer Portal
Given the changes throughout college sports, countless players enter the transfer portal every year. Many leave their current situation to reach new heights or attempt to reestablish themselves at a different level. Among the latest additions to the portal is Khamani Wertz of Belmont-Abbey. Folks will also likely remember him from his days at Carmel Christian, where he played a vital role for a...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Mason Dobie
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Can Anyone Stop New Hanover'
The NCHSAA Playoffs carried onward last night as the third round of matchups commenced. There was little surprise on the East side after each of the favorites secured wins in their respective games. Meanwhile, the West side caused an uproar. Due to an eligibility issue, top-seeded Lake Norman was forced to forfeit their game against Myers Park (and the rest of the playoffs). This development...
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Stock Rising Seasons: 2026 Dacen Petty
Player: Dacen PettyClass: 2026School: Christ School Stats: 12.5ppg, 4.1rpg, 2.9apg, 2.1spg The high school season has wrapped up for many players and that allows us at Phenom Hoops to take a look back at players that some would say have seen their stock rise after a strong season. So let’s dive into a few players that will be prospects to keep an eye on this upcoming summer and down the road....
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College Worthy Prospects Still Available in the Class of 2025 (Part 1)
2025 6’6 Christian Ananaba (SE Raleigh) Ananaba is one that truly blows my mind, as he should have multiple college programs recruiting him. He has clearly proven not only his game so far but his upside as well. At 6’6, Ananaba plays with an absolute motor, one that can be seen on both ends of the court to go along with his ability to be such a versatile piece offensively. He can play multiple...
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Elite 8 NCHSAA Playoffs are SET… Who do you have winning'
Boys 1A Elite 8 Matchups: Washington Co. vs. Voyager Academy Bishop McGuinness vs. Corvian Comm. Northampton Co. vs. Southern Wake Queens Grant vs. South Stokes 2A Elite 8 Matchups: Farmville Central vs. West Bladen Reidsville vs. Salisbury Northwood vs. SW Onslow Lincoln Charter vs. Bandys 3A Elite 8 Matchups: Swansboro vs. Person Ashbrook vs. Hunter Hus JH Rose vs. Southern Durham Ben L. Smith...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Alek Kornacki
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Can Southern Wake Academy Win It All'
Today, the North Carolina public school playoffs will resume with the third round of games. Each classification has 16 teams left and plenty of potential outcomes on the horizon. In 1A, there’s still a slew of legitimate contenders with five of the six top-seeded teams remaining. While it’s easy to lean on the favorites, it feels like not enough people are talking about Southern Wake Academy and...
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How Far Can Huss Go'
Today, the North Carolina public school playoffs will resume with the third round of games. Each classification has 16 teams remaining and plenty of potential outcomes on the horizon. Although there are several contenders in 3A, Huss is making noise as one of the most intriguing teams in the classification. They’ve defeated Statesville and North Lincoln, and will now face off against High Point...
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Oak Grove looking to continue its magical ride
What an eventful few weeks it has been for Oak Grove… not only needing two overtimes to take down Kings Mountain to start the playoffs, but they are coming off a thrilling buzzer-beating win on the road against East Henderson. Now, they will be hitting the road again as they hope to knock off another big-time team on the road in Crest and continue their magical run. Though, looking at this...
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Still Available: 2025 6’6 Jaevian Alston (Word of God)
Player: Jaevian AlstonClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: Word of God Even though there are several names off the board for the Class of 2025, that doesn’t mean there still isn’t talent available here in North Carolina. Looking around the state, there are still prospects that can help programs at the next level, and one of them has to be 2025 6’6 Jaevian Alston from Word of God. Alston has been a huge...
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Sad Sam’s 2nd Round Recap and Sectional Finals Winners
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the chilly again Piedmont! The Great One is here to recap the 2nd round and give you the regional participants. The Sadster posted what was a disappointing 52-12 mark for him. He dropped 2 picks in OT (Tabor, Maiden) and lost another on 20 seed HP Central’s buzzer beater over 4 seed Robinson, bringing his total to 158-34, or almost 83%. His best...
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Real Rivals: Dudley Hosts Smith in Third Round Matchup
On Tuesday, the North Carolina public school playoffs will resume with the third round of games. Each classification has 16 teams remaining and plenty of potential outcomes on the horizon. One could argue that 3A is the most unpredictable bracket of the four, as there is no definite favorite like the others. There are several meaningful matchups, but it’s pretty obvious to recognize the...
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2027 6’9 CJ Rosser earns North Carolina offer
It seems that North Carolina is looking to make some waves early on in its backyard with some of the premier talents from the area. We recently wrote about 2027 LJ Smith being in touch with UNC and making a recent visit to Chapel Hill. They also have had their eyes on 2027 King Gibson who is now at Montverde. And let’s not forget that there have been reports of the Tar Heels checking in on...
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Is Corvian Community versus Carolina International the Biggest Matchup in 1A'
On Tuesday, the North Carolina public school playoffs will resume with the third round of games. Each classification has 16 teams remaining and plenty of potential outcomes on the horizon. However, upon taking a closer look at 1A it should be easy to see the magnitude of a game like Corvian Community and Carolina International. Plenty of folks will notice that both top seeds are still alive and...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Jaylen Claggett
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Sad Sam’s Weekly Furious 5 for Week Ending 3/1
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the state playoffs watching Piedmont! The Amazing One is here to give out his latest F5 rankings amidst the state playoffs. After the 1st round, all of the Furious 5 are still dancing with a couple of F5 collisions coming this week. The season is over for all but 1 of the DSO list, which is The Pony Express of Myers Park. Cudos to the 16-12 Stangs who...
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Elite Exposure Awaits: Team Bond Basketball x Phenom Hoops
Calling all basketball players, coaches, and teams! If you’re looking for maximum exposure, elite competition, and a platform to showcase your talent, then this is the event for you. Two powerhouse platforms, Team Bond Basketball and Phenom Hoops, are coming together to host two incredible events—and YOU need to be there. What You Can Expect:Top-Tier Competition – Face off against some of...
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Making His Presence Felt: 2029 6’3 Jovani Spencer
The Winter Nationals with Phenom Hoops is one of the best events to start the season because we not only kick off the travel ball season in a big way, but we also get a chance to see the future around the country. So many players came through the doors this past weekend and left a lasting impression, as we dive in and break down many of their games. We were able to get our first look at 6’3 2029...
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Consistent playmaker: 2029 Jhamari Cain (River City Reign)
The Winter Nationals with Phenom Hoops is one of the best events to start the season because we not only kick off the travel ball season in a big way, but we also get a chance to see the future around the country. So many players came through the doors this past weekend and left a lasting impression, as we dive in and break down many of their games. Looking at a new name that we learned about at...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Nayte Spargo
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
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Chase Forte Having a Monster Senior Season for South Dakota
Photo Courtesy of South Dakota Athletics Every player seems to have their own unique path in the journey of basketball. While it might seem cliché, it’s true. We’ve seen players go to the highest levels and transfer down, and guys go to a lower level and eventually transfer up. Talent matters but there’s ultimately no conclusive way to recognize which players actually work hard and/or care about...
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4A NCHSAA Playoffs Preview and Predictions
This week, North Carolina public school basketball kicked off its postseason play. The first round of games concluded on Tuesday and the second round will occur on Friday. While there are so many appealing things about the private school sector, it’s difficult to beat public school basketball. In addition to (usually) being more competitive in every round, there’s also much more parity in...
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Proving Her Game: 2030 Heavenly Craig (WHG)
The Winter Nationals with Phenom Hoops is one of the best events to start the season because we not only kick off the travel ball season in a big way, but we also get a chance to see the future around the country. So many players came through the doors this past weekend and left a lasting impression, as we dive in and break down many of their games. Heading over to the Lady Phenom side, we...
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