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2025 Icare Bakadisula catching the attention of many
Player: Icare BakadisulaClass: 2025Height: 6’7School: Concord Academy The season is off and running, and Phenom Hoops is getting a great chance to get an updated look on players and how they have developed, but also learn more about several new names throughout the state. One player who has really introduced himself to the state has been 2025 6’7 Icare Bakadisula, a new player who has been a...
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North Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 17
Team 17 Coach: Brandt Short #41: 5’9 ’27 Tayshawn Adams (Southeast Raleigh) Starting things off, we look at a player who consistently found ways to involve himself in the action, Tayshawn Adams. He’s a smart, tough point guard prospect with incredible quickness and a lethal penetration sense. Adams handles the ball with poise, touches the paint at a high volume, and finishes really well through...
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2024 Jonah Ridgill (Chatham Charter) starting the season off strong
Player: Jonah RidgillClass: 2024School: Chatham Charter The season is here, and we are looking at players already around the area, as a few players are coming out with a strong punch to start the season. Several names have been popping up early on, and an under-the-radar player that has been stepping up early has been 2024 6’5 Jonah Ridgill for Chatham Charter. Ridgill is one who was making an...
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North Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 16
Team 16 Coach: Aaron Jones #40: 6’2 ’27 Sean Nix (Cannon School) Starting things off, we look at a player who highlighted a lot of obvious appeal, Sean Nix. He’s a smart, tough, well-rounded guard prospect who appeared comfortable running a team or applying pressure as a scoring threat. Nix is a capable penetrator but at his best when finding opportunities as a shooting threat—both from midrange...
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Quick Notes from Phenom High School Jamboree
Grimsley Emerging as a Top Public-School Program in Greensboro Despite watching three of last season’s starters transfer to other programs, it doesn’t take much to see that Grimsley still has a roster worthy of attention. The additions of Richard Goods and Kareem Osman will help alleviate some of the lost production, but it also appears as if Nick Keith is ready to take another step forward as a...
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Cooper’s Notes: Opening Week of NCISAA
By: Cooper Hart Greensboro Day School vs GRACE Christian Cary Academy vs Southern Wake Academy Durham Academy vs St. David’s 6’2” ’24 Will Otto (Greensboro Day) Otto shined as a clear leader for the Bengals, carrying the scoring load without forcing the action or playing outside the offense. He was consistent as a finisher, able to absorb contact and make contested layups with efficiency. He...
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Young Names to Learn from Friday Jamborees
By: Cooper Hart On Friday, Phenom Hoops spent time at both the Veteran’s Day Jamboree at Green Hope HS and the JB3 Jamboree at SE Raleigh HS. At the events there were numerous young and relatively unknown names that are worthy of attention, here are a few of the best. 6’4” ’27 Jordan Page (Broughton) Page had a great day of scrimmages at Green Hope, making his presence felt consistently on both...
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Kevin’s Players To Know (11.10)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Nickalai AndersonTwitter: @Nickalai_A12Height: 6’5, 160Class of 2026School: South Haven High School, TN Anderson is an electrifying athlete with explosive hops and rim-rocking finishes. He is an explosive slasher and will put a poster jam on you in a flash. He attacks the gaps with nasty cuts and once he elevates, it is game over for any defender. He runs the floor...
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Jot the Name Down: 2028 Miles Alexander
By: Kevin Moses Player: Miles AlexanderTwitter: @BoobieMiles2028Height: 5’7Class of 2028School: Cannon Co. Middle School, TN Alexander is an electrifying little stick of dynamite. He was dazzling the first time I saw him in this combine. Miles has the sickest handles I have seen since Jayson Williams. Tight and crafty as I saw him drop a defender with his handles alone. Miles is a...
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Two Rising Stars to Watch For in North Carolina
Phenom Hoops recently took a trip to Greensboro to check out the battle between Grace Chrisitan and Greensboro Day, with the Bengals ultimately taking home the victory. It was a great opportunity to check out an array of talent, but what enticed me was the opportunity to watch two rising stars on the court, as I believe they have a ton of potential. 2026 6’5 Michael Phillips for Grace Christian...
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North Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 13
Team 13 Coach: Steven Mims/Gerroid Doughty #46: 5’6 ’27 Jonathan Adams Jr. (Forsyth Country Day) Starting things off, we look at a player who simply knows how to produce alongside any collection of teammates, Jonathan Adams Jr. He’s a smart, skilled point guard prospect with a tight handle, useful vision, and the ability to create for himself and others. Adams is a quality shooting threat who...
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Kevin’s Players to Know: Chi-Town Standouts (Part 3)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Dekwon BrownTwitter: DekwonbrownHeight: 6’3Class of 2024School: Simeon High School Brown: was an imposing force in this venue as well. He was able to score at will. He knocked down long-range bombs but he was electric attacking off the bounce getting to the rim for fierce finishes. Great at creating space for the midrange. Can drop some sweet dimes. Gotta a little...
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2026 Yohance Connor has the intangibles that college coaches would love to have
Player: Yohance ConnorClass: 2026Height: 6’3Position: GuardSchool: 1of1 Academy The season is here, and Phenom Hoops is out and about throughout the country checking out the talent. We started our first adventure in downtown Charlotte as of late, getting a chance to watch one of the top guards in the state for his class, but also should be recognized more on the national level. But I...
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Caldwell Academy v. Carlisle School
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Greensboro, North Carolina to kick off the high school season with an exciting battle between the Caldwell Academy Eagles and Carlisle School (VA) Chiefs. Both teams had tons of supporters packed into the intimate gym, which, per usual, led to an incredible atmosphere. The energy in the air was palpable. These squads each enter the season with high, yet...
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North Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 12
Team 12 Coach: Jim Baker #51: 5’9 ’26 Malik McCotter (Chambers) Starting things off, we look at a player who produced quite well despite being among the smallest campers on display, Malik McCotter. He’s a scrappy, high-motor point guard prospect with quickness and a solid feel for the game on both ends of the floor. McCotter excels at getting downhill, touching the paint, and finishing or...
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North Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Rod Williams #71: 6’0 ’26 Terence Guess (Charlotte Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who consistently found ways to make his presence felt, Terence Guess. He’s a long, scrappy guard prospect with the ability to operate with or without the ball in his hands. Guess is a capable three-point shooter, but is arguably at his best when getting downhill and attacking the...
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North Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 10
Team 10 Coach: Armad Moore #61: 5’11 ’26 Nick Arnold (Lake Norman) Starting things off, we look at a player who is easily among the top two-way floor generals in the state, Nick Arnold. He’s a smart, tough point guard prospect that displays a calm demeanor and incredible leadership by example on both ends of the floor. Arnold plays at his own pace and doesn’t allow opponents to speed him up. He...
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North Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 9
Team 9 Coach: Evan Neisler #47: 5’7 ’26 Dionte Neal (Reidsville) Starting things off, we look at a player who is easily among the most dynamic guards in the state, regardless of class, Dionte Neal. He’s an undersized, incredibly smart, skilled floor general with lethal quickness and open-floor speed. Neal is a high-level creator and overall playmaker who utilizes his craftiness to effortlessly...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (Nov. 6)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Jack MumfordTwitter: @JackMumford0Height: 5’10, 161Class of 2024School: Ascending Life Prep, AZ Munford is an electric stick of dynamite with a ton of energy and hustles with a tough gritty skillset. Jack is a pure point guard that effectively runs a team with a high IQ processing the defense and with precision, picking it apart. An outstanding catch-and-shoot...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (Nov. 3)
Player: Gray TurekTwitter: @GrayTurek30Height: 6’6, 190Class of 2024School: Riverdale High School, TN Turek is a defensive stud and a rebounding machine. Gray understands owning the paint on both ends as he gobbles up boards like a man possessed. Never seen a kid this size sacrifice his body for so many charges. It’s an art form for Gray. And thinking of a free easy shot anywhere...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Glenn Bynum #24: 6’2 ’25 Viktor Alao (Moravian Prep) Starting things off, we look at a player who is rapidly trending upward, Viktor Alao. He’s a smart, highly unselfish point guard prospect with an excellent combination of poise, playmaking instincts, and three-level scoring prowess. Alao knows how to control the action while picking his spots and getting others involved. He...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (Nov. 2)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Jahlil HopeTwitter: @JahlilHopeHeight: 6’3, 185Class of 2024School: Ashley Ridge High School Hope is a fierce young gem that does many things well out there. Offensively, he is a triple-threat scoring option but loves attacking the lane and getting to the rim. Electric off the bounce. He uses his strength and speed to impose his will when he sets his mind to get...
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Could See Their Stock Rise: Class of 2026 in NC
2026 Michael Phillips (Grace Christian): This is one player that I’m very high on and think he could be one of the biggest stock risers in the Class of 2026 here in North Carolina, especially when you start watching more of his game and how he has developed. Phillips is a 6’5 long athletic prospect that has only elevated his game over the last few months, as he has added more offensively, is...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 7
Team 7 Coach: Blan Hodges #7: 6’0 ’24 Armani Henderson (Bull City Prep) Starting things off, we look at a player who showcased a dynamic identity at camp, Armani Henderson. He’s an incredibly quick, heady guard prospect who thrives as a penetrator and overall transition threat. Henderson possesses a tight handle and sharp first step, which he utilizes to effortlessly break down opponents, touch...
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Needing a Big' – Seniors to look at Immediately in NC/SC (Part 2)
2024 Isaiah Sutherland (United Faith): Sutherland is looking for a big senior season, as the 6’9 big man brings a lot to the table. Not only has he continued to show he can be a dominant figure in the paint, he also can impact the game in other ways. With his athleticism, mobility, ability to operate in the paint, and also be a defensive presence. He is one of the most athletic bigs in the class...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Jared Grady #6: 5’11 ’25 Rodmik Allen (New Hanover) Starting things off, we look at a player who quietly stood out as one of the top floor generals on display, Rodmik Allen. He’s a smart, tough point guard prospect with excellent quickness and playmaking instincts. Allen scored the ball at a healthy rate from all levels but consistently looked to get downhill, touch the paint, and...
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Kevin’s Names to Know (Oct. 31)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Tyler JonesTwitter: @tylerjones116Height: 6’2, 155Class of 2026School: Spring Mills High School Jones is a nice combo guard that can catch fire in a flash. I’d say Tyler is a triple-threat scoring machine. Defenders aren’t safe when Tyler has the ball anywhere on the court as he can flat-out shoot that rock. Pick your poison as a defender but Tyler is...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Travis Holcomb-Faye #5: 5’11 ’24 Makel Smith (Morehead) Starting things off, we look at a player who simply knows how to provide a steady, adaptable presence to a team, Makel Smith. He’s a smart, skilled floor general with nice balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Smith plays with pace and understands how to control the tempo with the ball in his hands. He creates...
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Player Standouts at Underrated Athletes Middle School Exposure Camp
#38- 5’0 ’28 Canyon Keilman Although small, Keilman was easily among the most impressive floor generals on display. He’s a knockdown shooter with sharp vision and a tight, crafty handle. Keilman utilizes his quickness to get wherever he wants off the bounce, but understands how to get others involved and make correct decisions with the ball in his hands. He also displays nice defensive instincts...
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An electric young star: 2025 Clay Robertson
By: Kevin Moses Player: Clay RobertsonTwitter: @clayrobertson7Height: 6’2 Class of 2025School: Spring Valley High School Robertson is an electric young star and a phenomenal athlete. Clay is a triple-threat scoring machine. He has a beautiful touch from deep with unlimited range who can deliver from anywhere on the floor. Clay is explosive off the bounce and a beast in transition....
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