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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 2 (Day 1, Part 1)
2023 Gabriel Hernandez (Team Hardaway): The 5’10 guard really surprised and caught some eyes with his play on Day 1 of Session 2. Some may not expect his game but this is a young man that comes and competes, has good quickness to get by defenders, scrappy on both sides of the ball, and really shows some surprising athleticism to his game that many wouldn’t expect. He should be one...
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Brandon’s Big-Time Ballers (Summer Havoc Session 1, Day 2)
By: Brandon Blakney 6’5 2024 Rakease Passmore (NLPB)- Passmore might have had the most upside of any player I witnessed today, at 6’5 he’s a true wing and has the skill set that translates immediately at the next level. Passmore is an explosive athlete that’s capable of playing above the rim, he can make shots off the catch and shoot, and he’s capable of creating off the dribble. Passmore showed...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 2, Part 3)
2022 Patrick Wessler (CC Elite): Big Patrick Wessler showed it all and is continuing to play at an elite level. Honestly, he is showing so many reasons why he is one of the top big men in the country. With such a dominant performance, Wessler showed the touch, the footwork, the strength, and how to be an absolute monster on the boards. 2023 Gregory Jackson (CP3): In terms of excitement and...
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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Havoc (Friday: Part 2)
by: Ethan Reece 2024 Landon Johnson (NC Rim Runners)Typically with younger posts, they get in a rush and don’t necessarily have the feel for the game yet. Not the case with Landon. Standing at 6’8 and with a long frame to put to work, he did just that by spreading the floor. His team did a good job of feeding him down low to accompany his offensive putbacks, but he also was able to step out and...
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Noah’s Hoopers from Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 2, Part 2)
By: Noah Hooper 6’5 2023 Jalen Walker (Brand X 17U) When you watch Walker on the court you are gonna notice that he sticks out as one of the more elite athletes, and he uses this to his advantage, especially in transition situations. Furthermore, given Walker’s length, the ability to put the ball on the deck really throws off defenses as he is able to blow by bigger defenders with ease. Although...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 2 (Day 2, Part 2)
2022 Jajuan Nicholls (Sheed Wallace Select): There is a lot of length on this Wallace Select team but Nicholls is one that has continued to earn praise with what he provides on both ends. The 6’8 prospect showed flashes both on the defensive side of the ball, blocking shots, creating a wall on the court, and moving well against different opponents. He also has a nice feel and mobility...
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Noah’s Hoopers from Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 2, Part 1)
By: Noah Hooper 6’6 2023 Crew Gibson (Louisville Prospects 16U Sullivan) What Gibson can do at the high school level given his size makes him very special with lots of potential. After watching Gibson today, what immediately stood out was how well he was able to move his feet at his size. Although his team lost their morning game, Gibson’s ability to switch 1-5 really gave his team an advantage...
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Summer Havoc Day 2
By: DeAjai Dawkins 2022 6’4 Po’Boigh King (Team Eat 2022) Po’Boigh King entered this event with high praise and it’s easy to understand why. The 6’4 sharpshooter is one of the most dangerous shooting threats in the state, rivaled by few. Once a burly frame, King has slimed down into a more athletic frame with better conditioning. In my opinion, he’d be a top 2 player on the floor in almost any...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 2) (Part 1)
2022 Damien Robinson (Fayetteville Flash 2022): Robinson may be an undersized big but that doesn’t stop him from making his mark down in the paint. Built looking like a football player, Robinson moves very well on the floor and brings a strong presence down in the paint. He was exceptional in getting on the offensive boards and showing touch on his putbacks. 2022 Jakhari Webb (Rock Hill...
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Noah’s Hoopers from Summer Havoc Day 1 (Part 2)
By: Noah Hooper 6’0 2022 Jacob Adams (Vaughan Panthers 17U) In my short time watching Adams, his playmaking ability really made me tuned in to his game. Despite Adams being undersized, his floor general presence was felt throughout the entire game as he was really good at finding guys in transition, as well as in the half-court. He was also great at finishing through contact as his sturdy frame...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1) (Part 3)
2022 Dontavius Paige (Ace Elite): Paige is a smaller guard but a quick one, making decisive reads and decisions on the floor and showing a nice blend of scoring ability on multiple levels of the floor. He continues to play strong with the ball, knowing when to create for himself or to get others involved in the action. 2022 Chase Lowe (CC Elite): One can see why D1 schools are coming his...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc
6’6 ’24 Jalik Dunkley-Distant (Bounce Elite) There’s an obvious amount of appeal with this Bounce Elite roster, and Dunkleydistant stands out as much as anyone. He’s a long, fluid wing prospect with phenomenal size, athleticism, and an excellent presence in the open floor. Dunkleydistant applies great downhill pressure, moves well without the ball, and highlighted the ability to create for...
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Dawkins’ Player Spotlight: Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 2023 Keyon Webb (Sheed Wallace Select 17U/NC GBB Academy) After getting the opportunity to watch him play a few times this summer, I have a firm understanding of the reason why Keyon Webb has been receiving so much praise. The facilitative-minded guard has had as composed of a summer display as anyone: he thinks the game at an impressive level, rarely forcing situations or...
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Noah’s Hoopers from Summer Havoc Day 1
By: Noah Hooper 5’10 2023 Dalton Mcnew (Team Passion Elite 16U) To put it in simple terms, Dalton is a kid that just knows how to win basketball games. Not only does he do a great job of putting the ball in the basket when his team needs him most, but he also makes everyone around him better as he has great vision and the ability to make good decisions in the open court. College coaches should...
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Standouts Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1)
By; Sean Halloran 6’0 2024 Chase Daniel (CC Elite 16u) Chase Daniel is a tough, quick, scrappy guard who plays extremely hard on both ends of the ball. He has a great ability to get inside the point time and time again and naturally makes the right play. Very good at finding his teammates for open shots and finishing amongst the trees inside. One area of Daniel’s game I believe is underrated is...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1) (Part 2)
2022 Xavier McKelvy (Charlotte Royals): With college coaches sitting baseline, I fully expect more offers to come his way and he showed why in Game 1 at the Summer Havoc. You can almost get mesmerized in his play with his frame, his smoothness, his change of pace and direction, and his athleticism. He was scoring once again from all areas with a ton of confidence but that is nothing...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1) (Part 1)
2022 6’4 Tyler Gettings (Charlotte Aces): Gettings was tremendous to start his event and the overall day. The 6’4 prospect showed a nice skillset all over the floor, showing his comfort level in his jumper from outside and three, as well as playing incredibly strong around the paint and finishing at the rim. Gettings just seemed to have a hand in everything on the court, including strong...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: Team Hardaway/ Louisville Prospects/ Chapmanville Regional
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. In this article, we are going to list a few...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: WBC Elite Aria Paris
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. WBC Aria Paris The eastern side of the state...
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Summer Havoc Team Previews: FIBA
After a lot of stressors throughout the last twelve to fourteen months, the grassroots basketball landscape has finally returned to normalcy. The shoe-circuits and high school LIVE periods were restored for the betterment of these young prospects who are simply fighting for an equal opportunity to advance to the collegiate ranks. Although this presents Division I programs with the chance to...
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Summer Havoc Team Previews: Team Eat
After a lot of stressors throughout the last twelve to fourteen months, the grassroots basketball landscape has finally returned to normalcy. The shoe-circuits and high school LIVE periods were restored for the betterment of these young prospects who are simply fighting for an equal opportunity to advance to the collegiate ranks. Although this presents Division I programs with the chance to...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: Anthony Morrow Elite
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. Anthony Morrow Elite Anthony Morrow Elite has...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: 1-Carolina
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. If college coaches are looking for a duo that...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: PCH Nightrydas
receive July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. PCH Nightrydas No worries, there will be South...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Previews: NLPB teams will be in action all over
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. NLPB It has been amazing to see how this program has...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: Upward Stars Pee Dee
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. Upward Stars Pee Dee 17u South Carolina is...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: Charlotte Hoyas
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. Charlotte Hoyas The Charlotte Hoyas have been...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: ACE Elite
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. ACE Elite Talk about a fast-rising program heading into...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: Team United 2024
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. Team United 2024 We already previewed Team United 2023, a...
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Summer Havoc Team Previews: NC Gaters Black
After a lot of stressors throughout the last twelve to fourteen months, the grassroots basketball landscape has finally returned to normalcy. The shoe-circuits and high school LIVE periods were restored for the betterment of these young prospects who are simply fighting for an equal opportunity to advance to the collegiate ranks. Although this presents Division I programs with the chance to...
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