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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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Early Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’0 ’22 Kory Davis (1Carolina) The 1Carolina program possesses a ton of intriguing prospects within their program, and Davis has performed well with both squads in attendance. Playing up an age group, he really stood out with his defensive prowess and ability to really harass opposing guards for 94 feet. Davis is also very quick and fast in the open floor, which allows him to consistently get by...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 2 Early Standouts
6’3 Troy Fulton of Team Denver 17U can flat out shoot the basketball. Very consistent and efficient player who has a nice stroke. Shoots it a very high rate from three off the catch. Hit 10 threes and finished with 32 points his last game. Coaches looking for a shooter should definitely take a look. College-Level Player 6’1 Cole Sinclair of Durham Hurricanes 17U has played well again...
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Brandon’s Big Time Ballers: Day 2 Early standouts
2022 Isaiah Howell (Blendz)- A silky smooth point guard that has some division one offers but I could see a potential uptick. Howell he won’t blow anyone away with flash and he doesn’t have too, he has an extremely well-rounded game overall, there is a lot he does well. Howell can run the team he’s a natural point guard, he’s a skilled passer with adept vision and he fires the ball out, Howell...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 of #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 1)
2021 6’4 Nygell Verdier (Anthony Morrow Elite): Verdier is a versatile prospect on the court. Playing the stretch forward at Independence, gives him a nice understanding of playing inside and out, attacking at multiple positions, and also showing off his athleticism at the rim. Whether it was finishing at the rim or pulling up, Verdier brings an array of ways to score the basketball. 2021 6’1...
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RANKINGS REPORT Standouts Part 2 from Summer Havoc (Day 1)
2021 6’7 Earl Burgess (Team 864) is long, strong and tough enough to impact the game on both ends inside, yet skilled enough to make the right plays as a wing with his timely and smart decisions. Consistent shooter and rebounder, who finishes inside with finesse or authority. 2021 6’6 Ben Burnham (Team CLT) is so highly skilled, with big energy and must have a basketball radar because he’s...
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Player Standouts from Courts 7 and 8 on Day 2 of #PhenomSummerHavoc
By: Kyree Bethel 2023 5’9 Keenan Wilkins (Greensboro Elite) under size guard who plays with a lot of poise. He has a quick handle, very crafty, and a smooth mid range game. He also rebounds the basketball well for his size. 2023 5’11 Braylen McCail (PSB Elite) strong athletic guard who can get in the paint at anytime. He finishes well with both hands. High motor on the defensive end with...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 3)
2022 6’7 Jeremy Gregory (Team Charlotte 16u): Gregory really got after it to start his day, going for 20 points in the win. Gregory got to his spots, reacted quickly in the post and used his big hands to softly get the ball on the rim and score. He did it multiple times, as well as continue to run the court well. 2022 Freddie Dilione (Big Shots Elite NC 2022 Lewis): Dilione not only...
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Top Performances from Day 1 at #PhenomSummerHavoc
Check out some of the top scoring performances from an exciting Day 1 in Rock Hill.
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Evening Standouts at Day One of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’4 ’23 Jah Short (Garner Road) There’s a lot to like about this Garner Road roster, and Short has absolutely shined as their leader on both sides of the ball. He’s long, athletic, and quite skilled with impressive defensive prowess. Short has undergone a lot of physical development over the last calendar year, but still looks likely to continue improving. He has no glaring weaknesses and...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Late Day 1 Standouts
6’1 Cole Sinclair of Durham Hurricanes 17U was impressive today. Really scored the ball and showed that he could do so effectively from all three levels. Shot the ball very well and uses his handle and quickness to get to his spots. Gets to the basket and really creates contact, got to the free-throw line all game. Very quick guard with great change of pace which allows him to be hard to stay in...
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Player Standouts from Courts 7 and 8 on Day 1 of #PhenomSummerHavoc
By: Kyree Bethel 2023 5’10 Gavin Bullock (PSB) – very crafty with the basketball. Strong athletic guard who attacks the rim and finishes on either side. He plays with high motor on both ends of the floor. 2023 6’4 Darion Rivers (PSB) – active big who finishes above the rim. His lengthy body and wide wing span changes shoots at the rim. He rebounds very well and runs...
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