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POB’s Standouts from Phenom George Lynch Invitational
Friday Standouts 2028 Za’Miya Bynum (Queens Grant) Bynum is such a special and talented guard here in North Carolina, and she should start earning more national attention with what she is able to provide on the court. Bynum is a dynamic guard, to put it mildly, as she is such a gifted scorer from all levels of the court. She is excellent off the bounce, getting to her spots, creating paint...
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Final Scores from Phenom George Lynch Invitational
Friday Scores FinalNew Hanover 85 – Harrells ChristianNH: Kellum Brown 35pts, Ny’Zion Ballard 19pts, Jazir Wright-McGhee 9ptsHC; Antonio McKoy 18pts, Dashaun McKoy 12pts FinalQueen’s Grant 57 – Myers Park 45 (Girls)QG: Za’Miya Bynum 26pts, Misa Garris 10pts, Casey Smith 8ptsMP: Amani Barner 22pts, Arianna Shaw 8pts FinalAcademy of Central Florida 86 – Moravian...
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Ikenna Alozie Commits to Houston: Cougars Add Dynamic 2026 Backcourt Talent
Houston has secured a major addition to its future backcourt with the commitment of 2026 guard Ikenna Alozie (6’3 G Dream City Christian), one of the more intriguing playmakers in his class. The high-upside guard had drawn growing attention throughout the past year, but Houston’s consistency on the recruiting trail and its reputation for developing tough, two-way guards ultimately won out....
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2026 Yohance Connor announces his commitment to Ole Miss
Player: Yohance ConnorClass: 2026Height: 6’2School: Combine AcademyCommitted to: Ole Miss Connor is the second commitment for the Rebels in 2026 National Rankings ESPN: NR Nationally On3/Rivals: NR Nationally 247 Sports: #105 Nationally What Has Been Said: “Back in September, he announced that he is down to his final seven schools, which included Ole Miss, Seton Hall, Wake Forest, Houston, Texas...
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Coach Doug Esleeck: Bringing a Championship Culture to FCDS
For Coach Doug Esleeck, his basketball journey has been one of “reverse course.” While many aspiring coaches dream of climbing the collegiate ladder, Esleeck found peace, purpose, and happiness by taking a different path—one that ultimately led him back to the high school ranks, where he has built something truly special. A 2005 graduate of the University of North Carolina, Esleeck earned...
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Northern Guilford wins in OT vs. Northwest Guilford
Northern: 20-15-23-19-6 – 83Northwest Guilford: 13-27-15-22-5 – 82 Northern: Aiden Crews 23pts, Caleb Baptist 19pts, Will Thomas 11ptsNW Guilford: Roman Solheim 29pts, Ryan Stafford 19pts, Corey Thomas 14pts Player Notes: Northern Guilford: 2028 Aiden Crews was huge for Northern Guilford throughout the night, as he finished with 23 points and was hitting some big shots from behind the arc all...
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Keep on Your Radars: NW Halifax Young Prospects
Phenom Hoops prides itself on finding the next wave of talent throughout the Carolina’s, and this year will be no different. Our scouts are going out to find new talent from all classes, as there is plenty to be discovered. Patrick O’Brien recently checked out NW Halifax this week, a team that is still looking to build and develop. However, he was able to check out some young prospects in the...
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Ohio State Lands Premier SG in 2027 LJ Smith
Player: LJ SmithClass: 2027Height: 6’4School: Oak HillCommitted to: Ohio State Smith is the first commitment for Ohio State in the Class of 2027 National Rankings ESPN: #10 Nationally On3/Rivals: #64 Nationally 247 Sports: #28 Nationally Game Breakdown: Smith emerged as one of the most dynamic and complete offensive guards in the country, especially as a Top 50 prospect. What makes Smith so...
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Coach Frank Cantadore: Likable & Successful
If you took a poll across the Charlotte Metro area or even the state, the most likable coach among their peers would be Frank Cantadore of Concord Academy, at or near the top of the list. First and foremost, Coach Cantadore is simply an exceptional person—on and off the court. What you see is what you get: professionalism, humility, and sincerity at every level. He carries zero ego and is one of...
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South Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 16
Team 16 Coach: Andres Blondmonville #33: 5’7 ’29 Terrae Walls (Legion Collegiate) Starting off, Terrae Walls is a 5-foot-7 prospect in the Class of 2029. Though small, he stood out through his constant energy on both ends of the floor. Walls is a quick, scrappy lead guard who defends with toughness and fills in the gaps well offensively. He displayed flashes of being able to penetrate or knock...
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South Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 15
Team 15 Coach: Ricardo Priester #32: 5’7 ’29 Kaleb Camarata (Legion Collegiate) Starting off, Kaleb Camarata is a 5-foot-7 prospect in the Class of 2029. Between his motor, defense, and perimeter shooting, he found ways to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Camarata is a smart, scrappy lead guard with terrific energy and an unselfish approach to the game. He’s a solid creator with nice...
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2027 Columbus Parker (PDS) Making an Early Statement in NC
Player: Columbus ParkerClass: 2027Height: 6’2School: Providence Day Phenom Hoops had a great opportunity to watch Providence Day in action this past weekend at the Phenom Tip-Off, seeing what the Chargers are bringing to the table. Seeing several familiar faces on the court, 2027 6’2 Columbus Parker earned our attention with his strong play throughout the event. Parker was a name we knew about...
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2028 6’7 Aaron Parker Talks Visit to NC State
2028 6’7 Aaron Parker has clearly made a statement in becoming one of the best prospects in the state of North Carolina, especially in the Class of 2028. Phenom Hoops has had a great chance to watch Parker over the years, seeing his development and improvement with his skill set. We even had this to say about him recently: “The steady transformation of Aaron Parker over the last twelve...
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2027 6’7 RJ Moore Discusses Latest Visits/Offers
2027 6’7 RJ Moore continues to impress and lead his new team at Ambassador Christian, as the 2027 prospect has been showcasing his premier ability to be a multi-level scorer on the court. He has been rising up the ranks nationally, and schools have been coming hard his way. Moore recently received an offer from Virginia after taking an unofficial visit. He also has earned offers from Florida...
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Top 2026 Center Arafan Diane Chooses Houston
Arafan Diane, the top-ranked center in the 2026 class, has committed to Houston, capping a recruitment in which the Cougars were viewed as the heavy favorite. From his time at Iowa United Prep in Norwalk, Iowa, Diane has drawn national attention thanks to his rare combination of size, strength, and emerging skill. Standing at around 7-foot-1 with elite length, he is widely considered one of the...
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South Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 14
Team 14 Coach: Charles Brown #31: 5’5 ’29 Trevor Thompson (Airport) Starting off, Trevor Thompson is a 5-foot-5 prospect in the Class of 2029. Despite being the smallest camper on this team, he found ways to make his presence felt on both ends of the floor. Thompson is a quick, scrappy guard prospect with a tough, rugged approach to the game. He’s a capable perimeter shooter who can attack...
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Musketeers Lock In Explosive Forward Asher Elson
2026 forward Asher Elson has officially committed to Xavier, giving the Musketeers one of the most promising frontcourt pieces in the class. Elson, a nationally recognized prospect, has been steadily rising in recruiting circles thanks to his blend of size, skill, and long-term upside. Widely viewed as a top-tier forward in the 2026 class, he has earned high-major attention due to his production...
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South Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 13
Team 13 Coach: Kelvin Mills #30: 5’5 ’29 Jason Staley (Ridge View) Starting off, Jason Staley is a 5-foot-5 prospect in the Class of 2029. Though small, he highlighted a lot of ability on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Mills on Staley: “Jason is a small package, extremely loaded...
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2028 Garang Garang (WS Christian) is a Name Worth Monitoring
Player: Garang GarangClass: 2028Height: 6’5School: Winston-Salem Christian Another weekend of basketball, another week of standouts on the court, as we continue to see the development of many to start the season. One player that our scouts were impressed with, especially stepping up when needed for his team, was 2028 6’5 Garang Garang from Winston-Salem Christian. He led the charge for his team...
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POB’s Top Forwards/Bigs from Phenom Tip-Off
The Phenom Tip-Off featured an impressive collection of forwards and bigs, each bringing their own blend of size, skill, and impact to the floor. From dominant rim protectors to versatile scorers and high-motor rebounders, the frontcourt talent was on full display throughout the event. These players controlled the paint, finished plays, stretched the floor, and anchored their teams on both ends....
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Elton James Commits to Georgia Southern
Elton James (2026 | 6’8 | Winston Salem Christian ) has announced his college commitment to the Georgia Southern Eagles, choosing the Sun Belt program after a hard-fought recruitment. James has drawn attention for his athleticism, length, and two-way upside. Whether defending the perimeter, attacking the rim, or making plays in transition, he brings a well-rounded skill set that fits...
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Phenom Game Report: Northern Nash at NW Halifax
Patrick O’Brien of Phenom Hoops tuned in to check out talent around the state, this time catching an intriguing matchup between Northern Nash at NW Halifax. The energy was high, the pace was fast, and several players stepped up in a big way throughout the contest. From key momentum-shifting plays to standout individual performances, there was plenty to take away. Check out our notes and top...
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South Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 12
Team 12 Coach: Daniel Godsun #51: 5’9 ’28 Anton Daniels (Atlantic Collegiate) Starting off, Anton Daniels is a 5-foot-9 prospect in the Class of 2028. He had no issue finding ways to make his presence felt despite being a smaller guard. Daniels is a smart, heady lead guard with sharp quickness and terrific creation skills. He breaks down opponents well to touch the paint, where he’s able to...
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South Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Jamal Mitchell #43: 5’8 ’28 Vaughn Michael Taylor (Lancaster) Starting off, Vaughan Michael Taylor is a 5-foot-8 prospect in the Class of 2028. He consistently found ways to impact the game on both ends of the floor despite being the smallest camper on this team. Taylor is a smart, quick, high-motor guard with a very unselfish approach to the game. He’s a quality perimeter shooter...
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2026 Elhadji Diallo (Combine Academy) Bringing Consistent Production
Player: Elhadji DialloClass: 2026School: Combine Academy Back in North Carolina, one of the top unsigned seniors here in North Carolina is off to a strong start this high school season. 2026 6’7 Elhadji Diallo, who is back now at Combine Academy, has been putting on a strong showing early on this season and proving that he can help lead the charge for his team. In two events, Diallo has been...
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POB’s Top Wings from Phenom Tip-Off
The Phenom Tip-Off was loaded with versatile perimeter talent, and the wing position stood out in a big way. From high-level scorers to dynamic playmakers and multi-positional defenders, this year’s event showcased a deep collection of wings capable of impacting the game on both ends. Whether they were creating offense, finishing in transition, or providing valuable two-way presence, these...
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Davidson Day’s Guards Deserve Attention As Well
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops had a great chance to watch and learn more about Davidson Day, a team that certainly will have the attention of many this season with the talent they bring to the court. Much of the talk is around the three bigs of 2026 Cody Peck, 2026 Will Stevens, and 2028 Xavier Hall, and deservingly so. But this weekend at the #PhenomTipOff really showed just how strong and...
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Top-25 Guard Austin Goosby Chooses Texas.
The Texas Longhorns have landed one of the crown-jewels of the 2026 recruiting class as Austin Goosby announced his commitment to play for Texas. The 6-foot-5 senior out of Melissa High School has drawn national attention for his complete game. Goosby blends three-level scoring, defensive versatility, and elite athleticism—qualities that make him a prototypical high-major wing. He’s ranked among...
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South Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 10
Team 10 Coach: LJ Johnson #42: 5’8 ’28 Moss Leroux (Hilton Head Christian) Starting off, Moss Leroux is a 5-foot-8 prospect in the Class of 2028. Though small, he did a great job of playing hard and finding ways to make an impact within the flow of the action. Leroux is a very scrappy guard who handles the ball with poise and displays the ability to create for himself and others. He’s a terrific...
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2026 Deron Rippey Jr., nation’s top point guard, announces Top 5 Schools
The recruitment of 2026 star guard Deron Rippey Jr. continues to heat up, as the nation’s top point guard has officially narrowed his list to five programs. With college coaches across the country prioritizing high-level playmakers, Rippey has emerged as one of the most coveted prospects in his class. Top 5 Schools (in no order): DukeNC StateMiamiTennesseeTexas “When you watch Rippey Jr....
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