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Top Performances from Summer Havoc (Day 3)
Check out some of the top perfomances from Day 3 at the Summer Havoc. NameClassTeamPointsRobert Dillingham2023Gamechangers46Nygell Verdier2022Anthony Morrow Elite 17U38Kadyn Dawkins2021Cobras 2021 17U37Freddie Dilione2022Big Shots Elite NC 2022 Lewis 17U34Peter Moye2024CC Elite 2024 Cook 14U31Isaiah Williams2022Charlotte Hoyas 16U31Grant Strong2022Tennessee Bobcats 17U30Peter Moye2024CC Elite...
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Bendel’s Best: Phenom Summer Havoc
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops continued what has been an unusual, yet exciting summer season at the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. In terms of talent, this event was as loaded as any within our schedule over the last month. Some programs made their debut while others continued to separate themselves from the pack. This article will take a closer look at some...
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Charlotte Hoyas take down Gamechangers for ACC Championship
Final: Charlotte Hoyas 103 – Gamechangers 94 What a thriller it was to end the day on the Arena court, as the GameChangers and Charlotte Hoyas lit up the scoreboard in this one. In the first half, it was the play of Robert Dillingham once again lead the way for the GameChangers, giving them the halftime lead 51-46. But the Charlotte Hoyas stayed aggressive in the second half, got out in...
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PSB Charlotte 15u Padgett too much in SEC Gold bracket
Final: PSB Charlotte 15u ELite Padgett 71 – Juice All-Stars NC Showtime 45 Another fantastic matchup on Sunday afternoon, PSB and Juice battled it out on the court in the SEC Gold bracket. Juice found their offense early on, with Unique Lynch and Dylan Purnell leading the way in the first half, while PSB scored inside and out in a tight battle. It was the second half though that proved to...
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Garner Road-Bryant 15u roles to win 15u ACC Consolation Bracket
Final: Garner Road-Bryant 15u 72 – Greensboro Elite 37 Garner-Road Bryant came out with vengeance and jumped out to a 15-point halftime lead early. CJ Alston and Tanner Mikulecky led the charge, scoring 24 of their 37 points in the first half while Greensboro Elite had multiple players score between 3-6 points. Dashaun Grant got hot in the second half for Garner Road, scoring 19 of his 21...
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NLPB 204’s strong second-half helps win SEC Gold
Final: NLPB 204 15u 61 – Winston 76ers 57 Two teams that wanted to end the weekend off with a win, NLPB and the 76ers left it all out on the court in this one. The 76ers had a strong first half to take an early 32-27 halftime lead, led by multiple 3-pointers. But, NLPB started to clamp down defensively to regain the lead. Trey Tisdale was the biggest threat for the 76ers...
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Team B.O.N.D 16u goes home with 16u SEC Championship
Final: Team B.O.N.D. 16u 55 – Team Hickory 44 Everything was on the line in the final game of the day, as Team BOND and Team Hickory went to battle for the SEC Championship. Team BOND found success early on the offensive end, led by 2022 Jeremiah Scales but also got it done on the defensive end, limiting Team Hickory to 18 first-half points. Team BOND continues to hold a steady...
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SEC Bronze 15u: Team HUSL 15u uses strong second-half to secure win
Final: Team HUSL 15u 55 – Alexander Cougars 44 It was a battle in the first half between these two teams, as Alexander Cougars held a 1-point lead at halftime. Both teams found success from behind the arc early but the Alexander Cougars couldn’t find that same success in the second half. Team HUSL though stayed aggressive, got to the line, and several players stepped up their...
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Rankings Report Standouts from Day 3 at Summer Havoc
Some of the players that caught our eyes during the Phenom Summer Havoc. So much talent was displayed during this weekend!!
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DeAjai’s Championship Sunday Gladiators
Championship Sunday is by far my favorite day of any tournament. Best of the best, fighting to secure the status they’ve been playing for all weekend. This day brings out the day in/day outers, the guys who stop at nothing to push their team over that hill.
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Summer Havoc: Bethel’s Thoughts from Day 3 (Court 7 and 8)
Byl Kyree Bethel 2025 6’4 Bo Lewis (865 Select) and 2025 5’10 Ty Glasper (865 Select) put on a show in today’s championship game. Both play with high motors and is very skilled around the rim. Each finished with 21 points. 865 Select plays a unit, works hard on both ends of the floor. Well deserved championship for those guys!!! Team hope is known for a very well coached organization. They play...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 3 Late Standouts
6’4 Dessie Canty Jr of Upward Stars 17U is underrated, especially with the way he plays and scores the ball. He can shoot it from three and can really get into the lane and produce. Creates contact and gets to the free throw line. Really thrives in transition and uses a combination of quickness, athleticism, and IQ to constantly make plays. Plays hard and has great build with good length....
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Team Charlotte 14u cruises in 14u Bronze Bracket
Final: Team Charlotte 14u 69 – Charlotte Dragons 26 Team Charlotte didn’t waste too much time in this game, coming out strong and making a statement and the Charlotte Dragons just didn’t have an answer for their game. Niles led the way for the Dragons, scoring 8 points in the first half and finishing with 10, while five other players scored. For Team Charlotte, it was a...
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Team HOPE 2024 Elite wins 14u Gold Bracket at Summer Havoc
Final: Team HOPE 2024 Elite 62 – CC Elite UA 2024 55 Two teams that have had tremendous success took the court for to remain undefeated on the weekend. Team Hope and CC Elite UA fought a hard fight throughout, with neither team really truly breaking away from each other. Team Hope had a trio lead the way in the first half, while seven players found their way in the boxscore in...
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Moye helps lead CC ELite 2024 to win in 14u Silver Bracket
Final: CC Elite 2024 Cook 69 – Upward Stars Columbia 14u 57 Continuing a great day on Sunday in Rock Hill, CC Elite 2024 Cook and Upward Stars Columbia 14u took the court to battle it out. Upward Stars duo Caleb Locks and Terrance Moorer led the way in the first half but Upward couldn’t slow down Peter Moye for CC Elite, as he helped secure a 35-28 halftime lead. Moye continued...
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Team HOPE 2025 cruises to victory in 13u Bronze Bracket
Final: Team HOPE 2025 Elite 66 – Upward Stars Columbia 7th 38 Team Hope 2025 came out strong and ready to role in this one, using a balanced attack to start the first half. Eight different players scored the ball, none of which were in double figures. It was a total team effort to start the day and it ended the same way, as everyone contributed in the impressive 66-38 victory...
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Team CLT 13u takes home the gold from Summer Havoc
Final: Team CLT 13u 77 – PSB Winston 7th UA Cassada 64 Nothing like two young teams coming to compete and that they did, giving it their all on the court. PSB Winston found success early from behind the arc, knocking down multiple 3-pointers by Dane Cassada and Owen Calvert, but Team CLT really stayed aggressive in attacking, with multiple players finding success early on. ...
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13u Silver Bracket Winner: 865 Select
Final: 865 Select 66 – CLT1 2025 National Bruce 49 865 Select came out strong in this matchup, as 2025 Bo Lewis and 2025 Ty Glasper came out strong with double-digit performances in the first half. They helped lead the charge to earn the halftime lead and they never looked back. DJ Thompson helped chip in in the second half for 865 Select. For CLT1 2025, Austin Moran...
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Brandon’s Big-Time Ballers: Day 3 at Summer Havoc
6’3 2021 Kymani Knox (Upward Stars)- Knox is an absolute load in the middle to deal with, he just a tough kid. When Knox builds up steam he comes through the lane like a wrecking ball. Knox is built for contact and he knows it, he converted several tough finishes, the defense had no choice but to foul. Knox defended the paint admirably and ate the glass up, he’s a true competitor and will do all...
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Upward Stars Columbia 2023 walks away with 15u ACC Championship at Summer Havoc
Final: Upward Stars Columbia 2023 56 – Team HoopState 55 Talk about a battle throughout the game. Both teams came out to compete and it came down to the wire in this one. Collin Murray-Boyles found his rhythm early, scoring double-digits early while Chris Parker chipped in an early 8 points for Upward Stars. HoopState had a balanced attack between Kevin Concepcion, Amari...
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Player Standouts at Day Three of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’2 ’21 Micah Braswell (UC27 Dreamchasers) Though somewhat subtle, Braswell proved to be a very reliable contributor for this UC27 Dreamchasers squad. He plays hard, makes smart decisions, and offers a nice balance between scoring and playmaking. Braswell is a nice spot-up threat and can play either backcourt position due to his shooting ability. 5’11 ’21 Isaiah Escobar (Durham Hurricanes)...
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Team Renegades secures win in SEC 16u Consolation Bracket
Final: Renegades 89 – PC Cougars 16u 58 The teams came out strong and neither really could break away from each other, as the halftime score sat at 34-30 Renegades. However, The Renegades started to turn it on in the second half, with eight players scoring and scoring from multiple areas on the court. A nice blend of inside-out play propelled the charge, as the Renegades...
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NC Level SC wins 16u ACC Consolation Bracket
Final: Next Level SC – 61CC Elite 2022 45 Next Level SC withstood a late three-point flurry to hold on to this one. CC Elite made a strong push after falling behind, but whenever things got too close for comfort Next Level SC made big shots. CC Elite had a slow start which could be attributed to the defense of Next Level. This was a fast-paced game once the action picked up, both are two...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 3 Early Standouts
6’7 Saiquone Harris of Juice All-Stars Stephenson 17U is extremely versatile, playing almost all spots on the floor. Very fluid and handles the ball very well for his size. Gets to the basket at will and creates contact. Has a great IQ and can really pass the ball. Showed ability to shoot the ball as well. Rebounds well on both ends of the court and runs the floor. Easy to see why he is a...
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Nine Storylines from Phenom Summer Havoc
There’s a whole lot to break down from arguably the best single day of basketball of the summer, too much for one person to do in a single article so go look at the rest of the website for all of the Phenom Summer Havoc coverage. I was on the call for a lot of games for The HoopState Network’s streaming coverage of the event https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/events/summer-havoc-details-page/ so I...
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Brandon’s Big-Time Ballers: Names coaches need to know
6’3 2021 Umar Lawson (Upward Stars Pee Dee) Lawson should be one of the breakout names after this weekend. First off if you haven’t seen the viral clip of him going Eastbay mid-game, then proceeding to land a backflip, check it out! Aside from that, he’s a prospect that’s continued to improve, Lawson is an elite level athlete at this stage which allows him to explode past defenders and finish in...
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Evening Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc
6’6 ’22 Jalen Hood-Schifino (Team CP3) This Team CP3 roster is arguably the most loaded group of prospects on display, and Hood-Schifino was as impressive as anyone in attendance. He’s already established himself as a high-level player over the years, but has really started to vault himself into elite territory over the last six months. Hood-Schifino is an incredible playmaker and game manager...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 2 Late Standouts
6’5 Mike Herrin of Manzer 17U is long, lengthy, and smooth. Can handle the ball well and gets to the basket very well. Shows ability to score from all three levels; Has a good midrange pull up. Shoots the ball pretty well and can also create for his teammates. Division 2 schools should definitely be recruiting him heavy. Low maintenance guy with great potential. 6’7 Earl Burgess of Team...
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DeAjai Dawkins’ Day 2 Standouts #PhenomSummerHavoc
By; DeAjai Dawkins 5’10 2022 Wesley McGee (CC Elite 2022) Wesley is an athletic guard with a slender, toned frame. He initiates almost all offense from outside the perimeter due to his comfortability with pulling the three, but won’t hesitate to use his athleticism to get into the lane. He has yet to fully tap into his potential, as he can be relied on as much more of a consistent offensive...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 at #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 2)
2023 6’3 Caleb Foster (Team Curry 16u): Foster just plays ahead of his time, which is why several schools are jumping on him early. The blend of size and understanding, with a smooth feel is impressive. Foster showed more of his outside game with 5 3-pointers as well. 2022 6’6 Cade Tyson (Team Curry 16u): Tyson has the size, IQ, and fluid shooting stroke that should attract college coaches...
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