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Miles Magical Five: #CCSTOC19 Day Two Late Slate
6’3 2021 Nick Green: Henderson Collegiate (5-8 From the Field, 5-7 From Deep, 15 Points, 6 Rebounds, 2 Steals) Green is a vital piece to a Henderson Collegiate squad that features an abundance of backcourt talent. His ability to impact the game as a 3 & D guy is a perfect compliment to the playmaking of Javonte Waverly, the dynamic offensive force of Kalib Matthews, and the steadying...
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5 Hot Takes from Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
Five takeaways from a loaded and exciting event this past weekend in Charlotte, as the Carmel Christian Tip-Off kicked off the season in style
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Top 15 from the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
Here are 15 players that caught our eyes at he Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic this past weekend.
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Robert Dillingham “Poised beyond his years”
Robert Dillingham “Poised beyond his years”’ Robert Dillingham is only 14 years old and is playing as a freshman for Coach Jeff McInnis of Combine Academy. He came into the event with an outstanding reputation as being one of the more, if not, most talented freshman in the state. As the old saying goes, “The proof is in the pudding,” and what the young and uber talented point guard did this past...
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David vs. Goliath
David vs. Goliath For Henderson Collegiate and the Royal Knights travel ball team, it’s a “we over me” mentality and this NCHSAA 1A Charter School in Henderson, North Carolina has embellished and embraced the attitude, “we will play anyone, anywhere attitude.” For Coach George Marshall and his side kick Stanley Yarborough, they simply get the big picture. Coach Yarborough coaches the...
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Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic Final thoughts, take a ways and stock boosters
Final thoughts, take a ways and stock boosters There is no event on a national level that kick starts the beginning of the high school basketball season than the Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic sponsored by Phenom Hoops. More importantly, we will take a closer look at our final thoughts, take a ways and overall stock booster from this star-studded event. Number One Point Guard Nationally...
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Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic Saturday Early Standouts
Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic Saturday Early Standouts 6’8 ’20 Tay Williams (Liberty Heights) In the win over a very talented Piedmont Classical team, Williams had a complete all-around game. With his length and athleticism, he creates problems especially on the defensive end of the court. He has good anticipation and has the ability to block or alter shots in the paint. For the game,...
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Miles Magical Five: #CCSTOC19 Day Two Early Slate
6’6 2020 Kahari Rogers: Liberty Heights (20 Points, 7-13 from the field, 3-8 from deep, 4 Rebounds, 2 Assists) Kahari Rogers continues to show everyone that he’s a must watch guy for mid-major coaches. At 6’6 he can score from all over the court and in a bevy of ways. He’s a lethal spot up threat with the ability to create his own jumper off the bounce from beyond the arc or in the mid range....
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Carmel Christian Tip Off “Coach Rick’s From the Sidelines” Opening Day
Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic Opening Day from the Sidelines It was another exciting opening night for the Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic sponsored by Phenom Hoops. In the 4:30pm game, it was Hickory Grove pulling out a tough, hard fought win over Christ School by the school of 61-56. Leading the way was 6’4 ’21 AJ Smith with a game high 31 points. We’re talking about a strong, physical,...
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Miles Magical Five: #CCSTOC19 Night One
6’4 2021 AJ Smith: Hickory Grove Christian 31 Points AJ Smith has proved to be one of the most intimidating backcourt players in the HoopState with his dawg like mentality and grown man physical traits. He competes at both ends of the floor with a ton of purpose, finishing with 4 steals by the halftime break and continued his relentlessness at the other end of the floor. Smith found a way to...
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End of Day Standouts from Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic (Friday)
Check out more standouts from Friday night at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off.
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Early Standouts from Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic (Friday Session)
The season has finally started and what a way it did in the early games of the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic. Teams came out strong and geared up, ready to go in front of a sold-out crowd.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Team Talk: Greensboro Day
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Oak Hill
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Combine Academy
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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PHR Podcast: Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Preview
The Phenom Hoops crew sits down to discuss why the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic will be a must-see event in Charlotte on November 8-9. See what we will be looking for, some of the storylines to watch for, and players that should stand out.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Concord First Assembly
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Moravian Prep
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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10 reasons why you should be at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
Here are 10 reasons why you will want to come out to Carmel Christian (and get there early) both on Friday and Saturday from our staff at Phenom Hoops.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Christ School
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Team Talk: Hickory Grove Christian
The week is here for all high school basketball fans, as Phenom Hoops starts to preview some of the teams in action at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic.
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Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Schedule Announced
To start the high school season off with a bang, we head to Charlotte to check-in for the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoops. Talent from across the state and region come together under one roof to get the high school season started. Check out the schedule below as well as a full breakdown of each matchup. Make sure to get there early, as the gym will be PACKED once...
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#AmateurHour Episode 27: Jamboree Session Two and CCSTOC2018 Recap
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Jamie’s List of Five — Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
Jamie’s List of Five Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic It was a pretty spectacular two days. The crowd was incredible, thanks to the fans of Charlotte, North Carolina for showing out. The play on the court warranted a raucous crowd, as the big time players made big time play after big time play. Here is who we saw as the event’s top performers… 6’5” 2019 Josh Nickelberry (Louisville)...
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Coach Rick’s Stock Boosters from the Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic
Coach Rick’s Stock Boosters from the Carmel Christian Tip Off The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, the action on the floor...
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Miles Magical Five: #CCSTOC2018
The inaugural Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic was filled with an abundance of talent from future top 5 NBA Draft Selections to high level D3 hoopers. Narrowing this list down to five was extremely difficult, I had to base this list off of their performance in this event, and not sheer potential. Here’s my magical five from an awesome weekend in Charlotte! 5. 6’3 2020...
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Coach Rick’s Fab 5 Performances Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic (Day 2)
Coach Rick’s Fab 5 Performances Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic (Day 2) The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, it...
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Awards of Excellence Game MVP (Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic)
The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, it wasn’t anywhere close to the enthusiasm and excitement that was generated on the court....
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Coach Rick’s Fab 5 Performances Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic
The inaugural Carmel Classic Tip Off Classic presented by Phenom Hoop Report jumpstarted the 2018-19 North Carolina high school basketball season, not to mention the first time the 35 second shot clock was used in the state of North Carolina. While the use of the shot clock created a buzz and excitement, it wasn’t anywhere close to the enthusiasm and excitement that was generated on the...
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Northwood Temple Vs Carmel Christian Game Recap: #CCSTOC2018
The Skinny: This game was an absolute electric factory from start to finish, one of the most entertaining atmosphere’s I’ve ever been a part of for a high school basketball game/event. The first half was super tight throughout, 6’5 2019 Louisville Commit Josh Nickelberry was lights out in the 1st Half, scoring 18 points and keeping his team in it throughout the 1st...
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