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Electric guard with Energy: 2025 Amare Anderson
Player: Amare AndersonClass: 2025Height: 6’2AAU: Team CharlotteSchool: Greer HS (SC) The Class of 2025 will be having all eyes their way this summer, and we are here to say that there is a guard down in South Carolina that should be garnering more attention his way. 2025 6’2 Amare Anderson is a player that may go a bit under the radar, but is coming off an incredible high school season and...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: Carolina Riptide
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. This is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. Carolina Riptide 2025 2025 Ethan Morgan2025 Jack Sullivan2025 Jacob Morgan2025...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: NLPB 2025 Senyo
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. This is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. 2025 6’2 Ian Howard2025 6’4 Dacen Petty2025 6’1 Christian Petty2025 6’4 Jaiden...
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Players to Watch: Phenom G3 Showcase (Part 1)
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. This is why we are looking to preview several players that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. 2025 Brady Dunn (ACE SD 17u): What Was Said: “Dunn continues to lead the way...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Team Preview: NLPB Team Select – Cassell
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. This is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. 2026 Aaron Pomrenke2024 Brendan Bailey2025 Gavin Cormany2025 JaMichael Blair...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Team List (LIVE Period)
Here are the teams that will be on display for the Phenom G3 Showcase, one of the top LIVE events in May with Phenom Hoops. Start marking your calendars and make sure you check out all the players and teams at the event. Event Page: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/phenom-hoops-events/phenom-g3-showcase-details-page/ 17u / 2025 ACE SD Elite HarristACE SD Elite SandersAnthony Morrow EliteBBA Nets...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: Upward Stars Columbia (Class of 2026)
2026 6’0 PG D’Marcus Thomas (Westwood) Three level scorer who can change the game with his scoring ability. Has good athleticism as he can play above the rim, good play-making instincts as well as he can create and get his team involved. 2026 6’4 Wing Justus Bell (Dutch Fork) The versatile wing that can play inside and out. Plays above the rim, can knock down jumpers and can facilitate. Can...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: Upward Stars Columbia (Class of 2025)
Class of 2025 6’2 PG Tyson Ray (Chapin HS)A quick point guard who can create for himself & others. Has a knack for scoring 6’4 Wing Austin Glasscho (Dreher HS)Big guard with length and athleticism. Three-level scorer with a smooth game. Can also shoot the ball. 6’0 G Jeremiah Brooks (Greenwood)Flat out shooter with great rotation on his shot. Can score as well hurting you from deep or...
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2026 Chaise Smith brings so much more to the table
What a weekend it was at the Phenom Stay Positive, as we had a great opportunity to check out and remind ourselves of talent around the area. One player who gave us a surprise and had the pleasure of watching was 2026 Chaise Smith with East Carolina Elite. Smith is one of the premier guards in the state of North Carolina for his class, and he showed that this past season at Washington in which...
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Phenom Stay Positive: Start Learning the Names (Class of 2027)
2027 Caleb Nixon (Team Charlotte): Nixon certainly grabbed our attention and will now be on our watch list. He is a smooth operating prospect with size, the ability to be effective inside and out, can make plays off the dribble, and can be a terrific option off the ball and in catch-and-shoot situations. Comfortable from behind the arc, versatile piece on both ends, and plays at his own pace....
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Player Standouts at Phenom Stay Positive (Part Two)
6’5 ’26 Cameron Thompson (Team Charlotte) After a strong showing throughout the weekend, it should come as no surprise to see Thompson’s name listed here. He’s always made a lasting impression through his defense, rebounding, and general athleticism. However, it’s clear that Thompson is making strides as an offensive cog. He highlighted improvements as a ball-handler, passer, and all-around...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Stay Positive (Part One)
6’0 ’27 Brayden Gatling (SW15H Elite) It doesn’t take long to recognize Gatling as a leader for SW15H Elite’s 2027 group. Although they’ve clearly grown as a collective, he’s simply the guy that makes them go. Gatling is a natural leader whose combination of IQ, toughness, and competitiveness allows him to set the tone in a variety of different ways. He possesses the necessary quickness and...
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Team Charlotte 15u brings young new talent to watch out for
The Phenom Stay Positive was an excellent weekend that brought us new talent to learn more about and check out. We were eager to see the Team Charlotte program in action, as all ages and levels were on display on the court. Team Charlotte 15u was fun to watch as it brought us rising talent to watch out for, and a few names caught our attention. Though this is a team that has plenty of names to...
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Worthy of Attention: East Carolina Elite
Personally, being out in the Charlotte area (for myself only), I don’t always get a chance to check out all the talent out east as much as I would like to. The Phenom Stay Positive though allowed East Carolina Elite to come through and bring some names to the table that caught my eye. We dive into a little bit of what we saw. 2025 TJ Brown – JH Rose High SchoolHigh School Season Stats: 8.7ppg,...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: Cap City 17u
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. Which is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. 2025 Aidan Scruitsky2025 Chris Rivens2024 Dennis Kurucu2025 Jacob Conroy2024...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: Mint Hill Lakers
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. Which is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. 2024 Rodney Fullenwider Jr.2026 Tyrin Graham2026 Ryan Chen2024 Cehki Hill What...
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Phenom G3 Showcase Preview: NC Spartans Forest City
It is that time of the year, as the Phenom G3 Showcase is our first LIVE Period Event bringing an array of talent to the courts. Which is why we are looking to preview several teams that college coaches will want to look at in the Rock Hill area. Check out some of the players you will want to view over the weekend. Dylan Twitty 6’7 (2026 – Thomas Jefferson)The 6’7 sophomore averaged a...
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Don’t Forget About: 2024 6’8 Emmanuel Okitondo
Player: Emmanuel OkitondoClass: 2024School: Combine AcademyHeight: 6’8 There are still several steals in the Class of 2024 for college programs, and one that some may need a reminder about is 2024 6’8 Emmanuel Okitondo. Though he had a setback this year, before that he showcased his ability to be an impact player. And now he is looking to get back on the court and show more of his game. When we...
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2025 6’6 Austin Williford continuing to attract eyes his way
Player: Austin WillifordClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: St. Anne’s BelfieldAAU: Team Takeover Back in 2022, we had a chance to head down to the Outer Banks and get our eyes on some very interesting prospects who had yet to see their recruitment take off. One of those players was 2025 Chance Mallory, as he held one offer from NJIT at the time… look where he is today (Read Here). The other player...
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Kevin’s Player Spotlight: 2027 Jeybrehm Price
By: Kevin Moses Jeybrehm PriceTwitter: @jeybrehmprice3 / Instagram is @jeybrehmHeight: 6’3, 180Class of 2027School: Maumee Valley Country Day School in Toledo, Ohio Price is an explosive player with the nastiest handles ever. Jeybrehm uses that weapon to freeze defenders as he blows right by. Offensively, Jeybrehm is good at getting to the rim or just performing simple moves off ball movements...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (5.10.24)
By: Kevin Moses Gabe Clemmons Twitter: @Gabeclemmons1, Instagram: gabeclemmons1Height: 6’10, 220Class of 2025School: Fairfield High School, OH Clemmons is versatile big and can bring the rain from deep, or just punish defenders with strong post moves or mid-range around 10 ft from the rim. With his size and ability to play the 4 or the 5 and can deliver buckets with either hand is a tough cover....
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The Prodigy 2: Triple Threat Dynamic Dominator
By: Kevin Moses Ali Wilcox Twiter: @ali_wilcox24Height: 5’6 Class of 2028School: Charleston Catholic Middle School, WV Wilcox is an unbelievable athlete who plays way beyond her years. This young phenom can score on all three levels with the best out there already and at her age a force that cannot be contained. Ali thrives in an uptempo style as she loves to run and push the pace of the...
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Jot The Name Down: 2027 Bryer Putman (Wilton)
Player: Bryer PutmanClass: 2027Height: 6’5High School: Muscatine HSAAU: Martin Brothers Select Phenom Hoops has been reviewing film this summer, looking to find new names and talent in the next wave of talent. Finding new names in the class of 2027, we recently watched Martin Brothers Select in Rock Hill (SC) and a player that really stood out in my eyes was 2027 6’5 Bryer Putman from...
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Players to Watch at Phenom G3 Live: Taky Prosper
On May 17-19, Phenom Hoops will host our first Live period of the spring season with our G3 Showcase in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is set to have dozens of college players from multiple states and various areas throughout the Carolinas. Over the next week, we will be taking a closer look at some of the players that college coaches should be prioritizing. In this article, we will be...
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College-Level Prospect: 2024 Jase McCullough (DME)
Player: Jase McCulloughClass: 2024School: DME AcademyHeight: 6’4 DME Academy is a program that consistently produces next-level talent that college coaches should be all over. Though there are players that have already committed, there are a few prospects that are still available and should have the attention of college coaches. One player for sure that is a college-level prospect is 2024 6’4...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: Strong Freshmen Duo at Cresset Christian Academy
Player: Trinity JeffersonClass: 2027School: Cresset Christian Player: Kyndoll EnglishClass: 2027School: Cresset Christian If you are looking for a program to watch over the next few years, Cresset Christian Academy would be one that I have my eyes on. Coming off a state championship this past season, this is a roster almost made up entirely of freshmen as this is a program that could make a run...
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Players to Watch at Phenom G3 Live: MJ Williams
On May 17-19, Phenom Hoops will host our first Live period of the spring season with our G3 Showcase in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is set to have dozens of college players from multiple states and various areas throughout the Carolinas. Over the next week, we will be taking a closer look at some of the players that college coaches should be prioritizing. In this article, we will be...
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Ty Johnson Named Head Coach at Community School of Davidson
Life is all about timing. There are plenty of situations and circumstances, both expected and unforeseen, that can have a drastic impact on the lives of many. Coaching certainly falls under this umbrella. Consider the effect coaches have on players, specifically at the amateur level, and it becomes clear that these individuals are doing far more than competing to win basketball games. This...
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Four Underclassmen to Know in North Carolina
5’11 ’27 JJ Short (NC Rise) Between the IQ, poise, and overall balance, it’s easy to see what Short brings to a team. He understands how to properly dictate the pace while consistently taking care of the ball and creating opportunities for himself and others. Short is an efficient scorer from all levels, but does a terrific job of picking his spots and making smart decisions off the bounce. He’s...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’4 Cehki Hill
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 overlooked and...
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