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Day 1 Standouts at George Lynch Invitational
2024 Jerin Truesdale (Myers Park): Truesdale was the leader for this team on Day 1, being a strong offensive presence offensively, making an impact in a variety of ways, being a playmaker as well as an offensive threat. I really like her IQ and her ability to lead the charge in an impressive showing to start the day. 2024 Sean Birmingham (Concord Academy): This team just looks and feels...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: Combine Academy vs. Myers Park
The final game of the night, and it was the biggest game that had the crowd going and the building without a seat as Myers Park welcomed Combine Academy in what was a Top-25 national showdown. Myers Park was without a key player in Sir Mohammed, but that didn’t seem to slow them down, as they came out strong led by 2025 Sadiq White to grab the early 15-10 edge. Shots didn’t quite fall from...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: Chambers vs. Christ School
We head into Session 2 of the afternoon on Day 2, with the first matchup coming between Christ School and Chambers, two schools that have plenty of talent and hoping to make a ton of noise this year. Christ School, coming off a Day 1 victory, started out strong with their depth and size. 2026 Markus Ke came out strong for Chambers early on, along with 2024 Maurio Hanson making plays, but Christ...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: Lake Norman vs. Cannon
Game No. 3 on the day, brought us two teams that were looking to make a statement and also be title contenders, as Lake Norman and Cannon went to battle. Lake Norman came out strong early on led by 2025 Tre McKinnon, who set the tone with an impressive throwdown. Their strong play and ability to knock down shots allowed Lake Norman to jump out to a 24-14 first quarter lead. 2024 Austin...
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Concord Academy vs. Davidson Day Game Recap
The third game for day two of our annual George Lynch Invitational took place between Concord Academy and Davidson Day. It didn’t take long to realize that these two squads made for an excellent matchup—both in terms of talent and stylistic approach. Both teams came out of the gate trading buckets, but neither team could gain an edge after a 13-13 first quarter. It continued to be a...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: 1of1 Academy vs. WS Christian
We continued the day with an intense matchup between 1of1 Academy and Winston Salem Christian National, two teams that bring a lot of talent to the floor and were looking to battle it out throughout. All throughout the first half, these teams were trading blows and baskets, as neither team was able to break away from each other. The game was tied at the end of the first quarter at 15, and...
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Carmel Christian vs. Northside Christian Game Recap
The second game for day two of our annual George Lynch Invitational featured an exciting matchup between Carmel Christian and Northside Christian. Things kicked off in complete favor of Carmel Christian, as they mounted a 13-3 lead through the opening quarter. The offensive struggles quickly halted for Northside Christian during the second period, cutting the deficit to 25-20 entering halftime....
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: United Faith vs. Gaston Christian
Day 2 kicked off with United Faith back in action after an exciting Day 1 victory against Carmel Christian. They were going up against Gaston Christian, a team that has really challenged themselves early on, as this was a great way to start the day. United Faith came out strong from the outside, led by once again 2024 DJ Boyce from behind the arc. His shooting early on helped UFCA earn an 18-11...
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Quality Education vs. NC GBB Game Recap
The opening game for the second day of our annual George Lynch Invitational kicked off with a non-association battle between Quality Education and NC GBB. Both squads have an abundance of talent within their respective rosters, which led to back-and-forth play for the opening minutes and resulted in a 16-10 advantage after the first quarter. The Pharaohs quickly took over and never looked back,...
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Christ School vs. Davidson Day Game Recap
The nightcap of our second annual George Lynch Invitational concluded with an exciting contest between Christ School and Davidson Day. It didn’t take long for the Greenies to get things underway and start dictating the tempo. Davidson Day struggled to knock down shots while Christ School consistently forced turnovers and converted fast-break opportunities in transition. It’s difficult to...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: United Faith vs. Carmel Christian
In a heated rivalry in Game 2 in the AUX, Carmel Christian and United Faith went to battle at the George Lynch Invitational. Both teams looked to make a statement, and 2025 Bryce Slay came out red hot for Carmel, scoring 12 of the team’s first 18 points in the first quarter, which helped them to a 18-16 lead after the first quarter. The heated battle continued, but it was United Faith that...
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Northside Christian vs. 1 of 1 Academy Game Recap
The second game of our second annual George Lynch Invitational carried onward with a highly anticipated contest between Northside Christian and 1 of 1 Academy. On one side, the Crusaders have clearly maintained their championship-level mentality during the early season. Similarly, 1 of 1 Academy turned a ton of heads throughout the last calendar year and easily possess some of the most enticing...
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George Lynch Inv. Game Report: Mooresville vs. Concord Academy
We started off on Day 1 at the Phenom George Lynch Invitational, as Mooresville and Concord Academy matched up in the AUX gym on Day 1. Both teams were getting an early feel for each other, as they were looking to bring a balanced attack to the court. Both teams were able to get several players going early, as Concord Academy led 13-11 after the first. The action continued in the...
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Hickory Ridge vs. Myers Park (Girls) Game Recap
The first game of our second annual George Lynch Invitational kicked off with a competitive battle between two of the top women’s programs in the Charlotte area—Hickory Ridge and Myers Park. Although both squads have a ton of talent, it didn’t take long for the Mustangs to take control and assert their dominance. Several ladies made plays for Myers Park, including Amani Barner and Laura...
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George Lynch Invitational Scholarship Winners
On Thursday night, Phenom Hoops had the pleasure of attending a tremendous dinner and gathering to celebrate players from all around the state who would be in this weekend’s George Lynch Invitational. As it has been in the past, it is an opportunity to give back as multiple students received a $1,000 scholarship for their future. Here were the winners: Jerin Truesdale – Myers ParkAJ...
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Unsigned Seniors to Watch: George Lynch Invitational
2024 Jordan Patton (Chambers): Patton excels in so many areas of the floor, as he is a versatile piece that helps teams win games. He can step up offensively, defends well, has tremendous size to guard multiple positions, showcases athleticism, and simply makes winning plays. 2024 Keenan Wilkins (Christ School): Wilkins is a leader and a proven offensive threat on the court, as he can knock down...
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Storylines to Watch for Day 2 of George Lynch Invitational
Top-25 Showdown The matchup between two nationally-ranked teams in Combine Academy and Myers Park may be THE matchup/game of the year in North Carolina. Two Top-25 ranked teams battle it out to make their claim on the best of the best in the state, and certainly should make waves nationally. Top-100 talents all over the court, with Myers Park led by 2024 Bishop Boswell, 2024 Sir Mohammed, and...
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Storylines to Watch for Day 1 of George Lynch Invitational
Christ School looking to make noise Though it is still early in the season, Christ School has been able to come out strong overall. With a good start to the season with big wins, Christ School has plenty of talent, has terrific depth on the roster, and has firepower wherever you look. They will have two big tests at the George Lynch Invitational, and if they come away with strong showings, they...
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The Deepest Field of Talent on Display at the George Lynch Invitational
The George Lynch Invitational is finally here, and this may be the DEEPEST field of talent we have ever had with Phenom Hoops, and this is an event you will NOT want to miss! We will be bringing you a ton of coverage and previews, but we wanted to start with the list of players that you will want to check out at the event. The list is quite long! Sponsored by Sport Mode One and HPT Committed...
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MUST-SEE Games in the month of November with Phenom Hoops (Part 2)
The month of November with Phenom Hoops will certainly be one to remember, as we have a loaded month of matchups that will be very intriguing to watch for all fans around the region. This was a tough list, but one that could certainly be a lot longer. However, here are some of the MUST-SEE games coming up with Phenom Hoops in the month of November. 1of1 Academy vs. Winston Salem Christian...
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MUST-SEE Games in the month of November with Phenom Hoops (Part 1)
The month of November with Phenom Hoops will certainly be one to remember, as we have a loaded month of matchups that will be very intriguing to watch for all fans around the region. This was a tough list, but one that could certainly be a lot longer. However, here are some of the MUST-SEE games coming up with Phenom Hoops in the month of November. The Burlington School vs. Moravian Prep –...
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Phenom Schedule Announcement: George Lynch Invitational
Talk about a loaded event, the 2nd Annual George Lynch Invitational may go down as one of the best events in the country, as this year’s rundown has everything you want. National teams, elite prospects, incredible storylines, Top-25 matchups, and much more, the George Lynch Invitational will be a MUST-SEE event and should sell out quickly. Check out the entire schedule below, in both the...
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2nd Annual George Lynch Invitational absolutely LOADED with premier talent
If there is a weekend you will want to block off, November 17-18 will be that weekend for high school basketball here in North Carolina because Phenom Hoops will be bringing you an absolutely loaded event. The 2nd Annual George Lynch Invitational will be taking place this year at Myers Park, as Sport Mode One and Phenom Hoops team up to bring you what will be one of the best events to start the...
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POB’s Best of the Best: George Lynch Invitational
The stars were out at the George Lynch Invitational presented by Phenom Hoops, and the list could have been bigger than this with how many players impressed at the event. But I’m looking to highlight the best of the best from the event in Charlotte, as these guys really made a statement. 2024 Austin Swartz (Cannon): Swartz continues to play at a high level and be the leader for Cannon this...
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Stockrisers from George Lynch Invitational
Phenom Hops continues its coverage from the George Lynch Invitational, as several players captured our eyes throughout the event. We took a look at a few new names but we also got an updated viewing of players we have watched countless times, and they continued to impress. Here are players that left their mark on the event and should only continue to see their stock rise. 2023 Sean Rose...
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New Names to Learn: George Lynch Invitational
What a weekend of basketball it was at the George Lynch Invitational presented by Phenom Hoops, as basketball fans were treated to some terrific basketball from teams around the region. Several players really elevated their play and we were able to learn a few more names that should be on the radar for so many. Below are a few players that really impressed and made a name for themselves. Sean...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Charlotte Country Day secures win vs. West Cabarrus
Last game of the event, as the host school Charlotte Country Day was back in action on Day 2 and going up against West Cabarrus. CCDS really came out strong behind their leaders in 2023 Dallas Gardner and 2024 Amare Bethel helped get out to an early lead but West Cabarrus started to get things going and cut the lead down to two points by the end of the first quarter. But West...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Oak Hill knocks off West Charlotte
Heading into one of the premier games of the entire event, Oak Hill drove down to North Carolina to take on West Charlotte in a battle of two very talented programs. Oak Hill came out strong and were clicking on offense behind the play of Zion Pipkin, AJ Swinton, and Micah Robinson. They were able to showcase their athleticism and size at times, but also playmaking ability and shot-making...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Carmel Christian gets it done vs. HP Christian
We head into the afternoon here at the George Lynch Invitational, as Carmel Christian was back in action and looking to make another statement while High Point Christian wanted to make a statement of their own on the big stage. Both teams came out strong in hitting shots, but Carmel started to flex its muscle early on with their firepower, earning the 21-12 lead after the first quarter....
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Cannon earns hard-fought battle vs. Cox Mill
Game 4 was about to kick off here at the George Lynch Invitational, as Cox Mill was looking to make a statement going up against Cannon, who was coming off a Day 1 win. It looked to be an interesting battle between these two teams with firepower on the court. Cannon came out strong early but Cox Mill started to settle in and 2024 Langston Boyd started to get going in the first half,...
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