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Joel Baucom Commits to Pfeiffer
The journey of a basketball player can be a long, winding road full of ups and downs. Few players understand this concept more than Joel Baucom. On Tuesday, the 6-foot-3 guard prospect made the decision to further his playing career at Pfeiffer University. In order to understand what all they are getting, we can simply look back at his body of work… After battling for minutes as a freshman...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’0 Andrew Siler
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Turning the Corner: 6’7 Maurio Hanson
It should go without saying, but every high school prospect has their own individual journey. Some peak early while others flourish over time. Plenty of players are designed to be quality pieces at the high school level, and nothing more. However, opportunity is a massive part of finding success. It’s much easier for someone who receives a ton of minutes/touches to improve and learn the nuances...
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Staying Put: Is Transferring Worth it'
The recent shift in player moment within the high school basketball landscape has been a pretty divisive topic amongst most individuals who care about the greater grassroots scene. While this isn’t necessarily a standard practice for all prospects, it’s certainly become the new norm. On one hand, there are undoubtedly situations where a given player should leave their local high school. Plenty...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’1 Jayden Watlington
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Who Will Claim North Carolina’s Gatorade POY Honors' Class of 2022 Candidates
The debate surrounding Gatorade Player of the Year candidates returns every single year. Each group has their own list of evidence to support their specific player. While various guys within the independent school ranks would be in contention for this noteworthy award, everyone knows that the committee does not recognize these programs when selecting. So, before asking why there are no...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’1 Jashaun Torrence
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Grimsley v. JL Chambers
On Saturday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the heart of Greensboro for a high-level playoff matchup between the Whirlies of Grimsley and the Cougars of JL Chambers. There was a ton of excitement in the air. On one side, Chambers probably entered this contest slightly underrated based on their seeding (considering they arguably played the most challenging schedule of any public-school team in the...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’6 Semajeh Echols
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from the Carolinas went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’4 Jalen Burnett
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from the Carolinas went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
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NCISAA Championship Previews
After a season full of anticipation, the wait is finally over. We’ve reached playoff time after the first (somewhat) normal season since everything crashed due to covid. Between teams playing full schedules and the decreasing amount of general hysteria throughout the country, folks clearly wanted basketball to return. While some restrictions (masks, testing, etc.) still remain in place, this...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’4 Will Kelly
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Quality Education is Loaded with College-Worthy Upperclassmen
There’s no denying everything that Andre Gould has accomplished throughout the years as a staple within the North Carolina landscape. From collecting championships to advancing countless players to the next level, Coach Gould has basically seen it all. After spending nearly a decade at Winston-Salem Prep, he opted for a fresh start and took over Quality Education Academy prior to last season...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 5’11 Jackson Hartzell
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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A Closer Look: Phenom Hoops’ Rankings for North Carolina’s Class of 2023
It’s that time of year again. The high school season has nearly concluded and postseason play is set to begin very soon. As exciting as it is to chase and potentially win a state championship, the subsequent six months of travel ball will be the time for prospects to really shine. Whether positive or not, college coaches simply have more time and resources to properly evaluate (and offer) kids...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 5’9 Jordan Wall
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’1 Brandon Morgan
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’2 Finley Simmons
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’3 Logan Dukes
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
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Liberty Heights’ Senior Trio of Bigs Deserve More Attention
This season, the Liberty Heights Athletic Institute made major waves by announcing the formation of their varsity team (in addition to the national program). We’ve seen plenty of regional or secondary teams designed to complement the “main” team, but it’s unlikely that anyone could’ve anticipated what would ultimately be created under Coach AJ Jones, Mike Wright, and the rest of their quality...
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Nationally Recognized Prospect Returns to the Triad
Over the last few years, the uptick in player movement and general uncertainty has led to a lot of notable prospects entering and exiting North Carolina. Surely, some folks will claim that this practice has always been an issue, but a quick glance says otherwise. Take the Class of 2018, for example. Coby White, Devon Dotson, and Jaylen Hoard (though from France) were clearly the top prospects in...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’0 Dylan Williams
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from the Carolinas went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked...
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Wesleyan Christian v. The Burlington School
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Wesleyan Christian for a competitive battle between the Trojans and visiting Spartans of The Burlington School. Although both teams have college-level talent, few people could’ve predicted the bloodbath that would ensue. The opening quarter kicked off in an exciting, back-and-forth fashion, but neither team could gain any separation as it remained a tied...
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Freshmen stepping up early at Gaffney
Phenom Hoops wants to continue to shed some light down in the state of South Carolina because there are players to be found! Today, we want to reintroduce you to two freshmen that have been stepping up early at Gaffney. The Indians currently sit at 8-12 overall on the season but there should be excitement around the program, as two freshmen are helping lead the charge. 2025 Kaleb Phillips leads...
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Phenom Spotlight: 2023 Aden Taylor (Princeton)
Player: Aden TaylorClass: 2023Height: 6’2School: Princeton Production and efficiency… Those are two words that could describe the junior guard from Princeton high school. Taylor has played extremely well this season in helping lead his team. After a sophomore season in which he averaged solid numbers of 10.5ppg, 6.5rpg, 5.8apg, and 3.7spg, the now 6’2 junior has only improved and elevated...
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Filling up the stat sheet: 2023 JB Brockington (Lumberton)
Player: JaMerel “JB” BrockingtonClass: 2023Height: 6’0School: Lumberton high school Hey look, Lumberton is back in the spotlight once again as the Pirates are having another special season in North Carolina. One of the big reasons why has been the play of junior JB Brockington, as the 6’0 guard has really been producing and filling up the stat line. Just look at the numbers this young man...
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Ragsdale Core Worthy of Attention from College Coaches
Given the landscape of the greater Greensboro area, few folks could’ve foreseen Ragsdale entering the final stretch of the season with this much success. The Tigers have always competed and maintained some semblance of relevance over the years, but their current squad might genuinely be their best team of the decade. Why' While they are a talented group, the chemistry and each player’s...
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Continuing to show his production: 2023 McCaskill Rivers (East Gaston)
Player: McCaskill RiversSchool: East GastonHeight: 6’7Class: 2023 Rewinding back in October, Phenom Hoops had their Phenom 150 camp, giving us a chance to learn a few new names around the area. One player that quickly stood out and was dominant throughout the event was 2023 McCaskill Rivers, as he averaged 33.3 points per game at the camp and it seems like he isn’t slowing down at all this...
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Don’t forget about 2023 6’6 Lamonte Cousar (Scotland HS)
Player: Lamonte CousarClass: 2023Height: 6’6School: Scotland HSAAU: Garner Road Season Stats: In 16 games so far, Cousar has been the go-to player for Scotland high school, nearly posting a double-double on the season. So far, Cousar is averaging 18.2 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game. He is shooting 54 percent from the floor and 60 percent from inside the arc. Cousar...
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5-star 2023 Elijah Fisher goes off for 74 points in win
How time flies on the court. It just seems like yesterday when Phenom Hoops was on deck in Charlottesville to check-in at Scouts Focus event and watching then eighth-grader Elijah Fisher dominate opponents. Fast forward to today, we tuned in to Crestwood Prep’s game again New Horizon, as it was a back-and-forth affair for much of the game. Crestwood found themselves down early but 5-star 2023...
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