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Coastal Carolina snags a steal as 2025 Tristan Thompson commits
Player: Tristan ThompsonClass: 2025Height: 6’5School: Wilson Committed to: Coastal Carolina Thompson is the third commitment for Coastal in the Class of 2025 Phenom 1-on1: Phenom: What made Coastal Carolina the place for you in the end' What went into your decision'Thompson: Everything. It is home, the coaching staff, the campus is beautiful, and the team chemistry; it is like family there....
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Presbyterian lands commitment from 2025 Amare Anderson
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Amare AndersonClass: 2025Committed to: Presbyterian “Anderson averaged 16.0ppg,...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2025 Julian Johnson commits to Howard
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Julian JohnsonClass: 2025Committed to: Howard “He’s a steady, reliable big man with...
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Put on your list to monitor: 2027 Cruz Miller (Cox Mill)
Player: Cruz MillerHeight: 6’3Class: 2027School: Cox Mill The Phenom Hoops Fall League has been a tremendous success so far, as players have been able to showcase their development and game on the big stage. Learning more about players for this upcoming season, 2027 6’3 Cruz Miller has entered even more as a name to really watch closely in the coming years. What We Said at Fall League: “If...
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Notre Dame continues its hot streak, lands commitment from 2025 Ryder Frost
Player: Ryder FrostClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: Phillips Exeter Academy Committed to: Notre Dame Frost is the third commitment for Notre Dame, joining Jalen Haralson and Brady Koehler National Rankings 247 Sports: #97 Overall / #19 Position ESPN: #82 Overall / #22 Position Rivals: NR / #27 Position On3: #99 Overall / #20 Position Game Description: “I’m a high IQ versatile wing that can stretch...
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2025 Derek Dixon heading to Chapel Hill, commits to Tar Heels
Player: Derek DixonClass: 2025Height: 6’3School: Gonzaga Committed to: North Carolina This is the first commitment in the Class of 2025 for North Carolina Official Visit: September 6th/ Official Offer: May 20th National Rankings 247 Sports: #51 Overall / #9 Combo Guard ESPN: #51 Overall / #12 Shooting Guard Rivals: #44 Overall / #12 Shooting Guard On3: #71 Overall / #10 Point Guard What Was Said...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Brian Allen #29: 5’9 ’25 Calvin Dennis (South Garner) Starting off, we look at a player who made a strong impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Calvin Dennis. He’s a fast, scrappy lead guard prospect with solid feel and a fairly well-rounded skillset. Dennis utilizes his quick first step to regularly touch the paint and make plays. He displayed the ability to knock...
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2026 Trey Thompson discusses latest offers from Tennessee and Virginia Tech
Player: Trey ThompsonClass: 2026Height: 6’8School: Greenville HSAAU: Tennessee Impact A player that Phenom Hoops has been extremely high and has only gotten better over the last year or so has been the big man from Tennessee Impact, 2026 6’8 Trey Thompson. Thompson as been a standout countless times before on our platform and high-major schools are starting to make him a priority. ...
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With commitment behind him, 2025 Chris Eagan looking ready for strong season
Player: Chris EaganClass: 2025School: Charlotte Catholic Commitment Article: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/phenom-commitment-alert-american-strikes-again-with-commitment-from-2025-chris-eagan/ The Phenom Fall League has been going on the last few weeks, getting a chance to watch several teams and players early on as they gear up for the upcoming season. Getting an early viewing of the...
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Big Senior Season Ahead: North Carolina (Part 2)
The high school season is quickly approaching here in North Carolina, and we are looking at an array of topics before the season starts. Looking at the Class of 2025, there are plenty of seniors who are looking to make a final statement for their school. Here, we take a look at a few seniors that we expect to have big years and should garner the interest of many, as they look to lead the charge....
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 3
Team 3 Coach: Greg Harmon #26: 5’8 ’25 Chandler Kennedy (Carmel Christian) Starting off, we look at a player who stands out through his pesky, high-motor approach to the game, Chandler Kennedy. He’s a tough, scrappy lead guard prospect with the ability to set the tone on both ends of the floor. Kennedy possesses a quick first step, which allows him to break down defenders, touch the paint at a...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Gerroid Doughty #21: 5’7 ’26 Branden Warren (Reagan) Starting off, we look at a player who consistently set the tone despite being among the smallest campers in attendance, Branden Warren. He’s a tough, heady guard with a high IQ and nonstop motor. Though somewhat undersized, Warren’s energy, quickness, and physicality allow him to shine as an absolute pest defensively. He...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 6’8 Noah Hill
Player: Noah HillClass: 2026Height: 6’8School: Sunrise Christian AcademyAAU: Pro Skills EYBL Sunrise Christian has been a program producing elite talent over the years and that trend is only continuing, as there is talent to be found everywhere you look. Phenom Hoops recently caught up with 2026 6’8 Noah Hill, a forward who has been grabbing the attention of college coaches. We recently spoke...
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Phenom Schedule Announcement: Phenom heads back for the 828 Showcase
Continuing on in the month of December, we are back on the weekend of December 13-15 as we offer another one-day event that you will not want to miss around the area. On December 14th, Phenom Hoops will also be at Maiden High School as we are bringing you the Phenom 828 Showcase. This will be a tremendous opportunity for local talent to play on the big stage while also shedding light on...
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Taking More Notice Of: 2025 Ty Sanders (North Lincoln)
Player: Ty SandersClass: 2025School: North Lincoln If you are talking about a stock riser from Week 2 of the Phenom Fall League, 2025 Ty Sanders would be a name you would find on that list. A player that we have seen countless times over the years, Sanders has gradually gotten better and has shown himself to be an effective weapon on the court no matter what team he is on. When we first watched...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 1
Team 1 Coach: Colby Lewis #14: 5’5 2026 Luke Russo (First Flight) Starting with a player who stood out for his motor, attitude, and willingness to be coached, Luke Russo. He’s a small, scrappy guard who provides consistent effort on both ends of the floor. Russo looked to seize scoring chances whenever possible, but understands how and when to defer to his teammates. He battles defensively,...
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American University building with North Carolina talent
The recruiting world has been heating up in the last few months, as players from the Class of 2025 have been making their announcements around the country. American University has been a hot topic here in North Carolina, as they have targeted and been able to secure multiple commitments from the state. 2025 Chris Eagan, 2025 Madden Collins, and 2025 Kamran Prince have all committed from North...
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Big Senior Season Ahead: North Carolina (Part 1)
The high school season is quickly approaching here in North Carolina, and we are looking at an array of topics before the season starts. Looking at the Class of 2025, there are plenty of seniors who are looking to make a final statement for their school. Here, we take a look at a few seniors that we expect to have big years and should garner the interest of many, as they look to lead the charge....
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Stepping up to the Challenge: 2026 6’4 Henry Smith (Marvin Ridge)
Player: Henry SmithClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Marvin Ridge Marvin Ridge is coming off a 17-11 season last year and they are looking to take the right steps forward once again this year under Coach McCarthy. When watching this team in action at the Phenom Fall League, we started to learn about a few options they will be having on the court. They look to be led by 2025 Brady Dunn who has had...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 Jachai Cantave
Heading back to SoCal Academy, Phenom Hoops was able to sit down and talk all the latest with 2026 6’1 guard Jachai Cantave who has been a target for many schools. It was a big summer for the guard who suited up for Gulf Coast Blue Chips, as he was able to showcase how dynamic and skilled he was with the ball in his hands. He is a smooth operator on the court and picks his spots, as...
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Phenom Open Gym: Greensboro Day (Part 2)
Last Wednesday, Phenom Hoops made it out to Greensboro to watch the Bengals of GDS have Open Gym. They’re two years removed from their last state championship and are coming off a season where they went 24-13 and made an appearance in the NCISAA 3A Quarterfinals. They come into this season with arguably the deepest rotation in the state, thus requiring this article to be split into two parts....
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Phenom Exposure Camp – Scoring Leaders
The 2024 Phenom Exposure Camp was off the charts and talent was found on the courts. Check out the top scorers from each camp. 2024 Exposure Camp Varsity Top Scorers 2024 Exposure Camp JV Top Scorers 2024 Exposure Camp MS Top Scorers
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Award Winners at Phenom Exposure Camp- Middle School
Co-MVP: 5’9 ’29 Jalen Webb (Cedar Creek) Arguably the most talented middle-school prospect on display, Jalen Webb has all the tools to be a fantastic player. He’s visibly improved his all-around game and now appears capable of dominating as a focal point. Webb scores with relative ease from all levels and touches the paint seemingly whenever he wants. He can blossom into a great defender and...
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Award Winners at Phenom Exposure Camp- Underclassmen
MVP: 6’5 ’28 Brayden Ragland (Northside) There was very little debate regarding who earned the MVP award, as Brayden Ragland was excellent from start to finish. Although he’s just a freshman, he displayed the ability to impact the game in several ways. Ragland utilized his strong frame and high motor to consistently set the tone as a rebounder and interior defender. He moves well for his size...
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Phenom Announcement: One-Day Showcase at 5th Annual Tourney Town (Dec. 14)
Phenom Hoops continues to announce and bring awareness to our upcoming schedule for this year’s high school season. We have gone through November and we are mid-way through December, as we have a tremendous Saturday that high school basketball fans will not want to miss out. We head back to Ben L. Smith for the 5th Annual Tourney Town Showcase, bringing talent from all around the state of...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 6’4 Elias Obenyah
Player: Elias ObenyahClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Salesian College Prep Heading around the country once again, we head out to California in our latest 1-on-1, talking to players around the country to not only learn about their game but also recruitment. Obenyah is a 6’4 prospect who has nearly racked up double-digit offers, with his latest coming from the ACC. He talks more about his game and...
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New/ Young Names to Start Watching: Hoop State League
We now take a look at players that we are starting to learn more about or young prospects that you will want to jot down and watch this upcoming season, as they look to try to help their team out this upcoming high school season. Here are a few names that have impressed so far at the Hoop State Fall League. 2027 McKennon Showers (Lincoln Charter) Showers is a new name personally for me and it...
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Bringing True Value: Hoop State Fall League (Week 2, Cox Mill)
We continue to highlight players that really stood out week to week at the Hoop State Fall League presented by Phenom Hoops. The stars were out and players were making a name for themselves. We wanted to highlight players that will bring tremendous value and be key pieces to their teams this year but might not always get the spotlight like they deserve. Phenom Hoops is here to change that, as...
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Looking Bigger and Stronger: 2026 Tarris Bouie (Chambers)
Player: Tarris BouieClass: 2026School: Chambers Almost every year, Chambers is a team that has the attention of many coming into the season and offers a lot of talent on the court. That narrative hasn’t changed heading into this upcoming season, as this is a roster that presents some strong talent. What is great about the fall league though, is that we get an early updated viewing of...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2025 Gevonte Ware announces his commitment to Rutgers
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Gevonte WareClass: 2025Committed to: Rutgers “Ware has always been a physically...
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