EVENT NEWS
To filter articles by a specific event, use the dropdown below.
Bull City Prep Has an Abundance of Next-Level Talent
Given how things have shifted within the recruiting landscape, it’s become more difficult than ever to earn scholarships. Unfortunately, this naturally affects kids of all levels. Teams like Bull City Prep should still appeal to college coaches. They have a nice blend of depth and talent at all positions, and guys who could play at multiple levels. In preparation for our upcoming Post Grad...
read more
1A NCISAA State Championship Preview: Victory Christian versus Crossroads Christian
This weekend, private schools will play their final game of the postseason. The matchups have been decided as each of the state championship games will be held in Charlotte. We will take a closer look at each of the four games set to take place, starting with the 1A contest between Victory Christian and Crossroads Christian. The folks in charge of private school seeding did a terrific job since...
read more
2A NCISAA State Championship Preview: Caldwell Academy versus The Burlington School
This weekend, private schools will play their final game of the postseason. The matchups have been decided as each of the state championship games will be held in Charlotte. We will take a closer look at each of the four games set to take place, starting with the 2A contest between Caldwell Academy and The Burlington School. Arguably no one is playing better basketball than the Eagles right now,...
read more
The Burlington School vs. Harrells Christian Recap
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled to The Burlington School to watch the Spartans face off against Harrells Christian in the NCISAA 2A Semifinal matchup. The winner would advance to play Caldwell Academy in the championship this upcoming weekend. Both teams entered this game with something to prove. The Burlington School had to rewrite their script in the middle of the season. Not only did they...
read more
NCISAA Semifinal Preview: Caldwell Academy vs. Wayne Country Day
Tonight, Caldwell Academy faces off against Wayne Country Day. The winner will go onward and face the winner of The Burlington School versus Harrells Chrisitan. Regardless of the outcome, it’s been a terrific season for each of the four programs remaining. The Burlington School had one of the most difficult schedules amongst North Carolina programs; Harrells Christian enjoyed their best season...
read more
NCISAA Semifinal Preview: The Burlington School vs. Harrells Christian
Tonight, Phenom Hoops will be in attendance for the NCISAA semifinal matchup between The Burlington School and Harrells Christian. The winner will go onward and face the winner of Caldwell Academy versus Wayne Country Day. Regardless of the outcome, it’s been a terrific season for each of the four programs remaining. The Burlington School had one of the most difficult schedules amongst North...
read more
Jaleel Smith’s Incredibly Productive Freshman Campaign
Every year, the newest crop of incoming freshmen hit the high school scene and begin to make a name for themselves. While most players typically aren’t ready to lead a team or carry a heavy burden, there are numerous exceptions. North Carolina’s Class of 2028 is certainly loaded with a variety of intriguing prospects—many of whom have already established impressive production. Although he...
read more
Player Standouts at Phenom Prep Showcase (Part Two)
6’2 ’25 Babacar Ly (S3 Academy) Although S3 Academy had multiple standouts from the weekend, Babacar Ly immediately captured attention with his dynamic identity. He’s a long, athletic, well-rounded guard with sharp quickness and impressive open-floor speed. Ly scored the ball with relative ease and was a constant problem for opponents in transition. He’s a tough defender who anticipates well to...
read more
Player Standouts at Phenom Prep Showcase (Part One)
6’10 ’25 Caden Giles (Flight 22) There were plenty of notable big men on display, and Caden Giles was as impressive as any of them. His length, mobility, and general instincts make him a problem for opponents on both ends of the floor. Giles is phenomenal at protecting the rim and altering or blocking shots without fouling. He walls up incredibly well while possessing enough strength to absorb...
read more
Player Standouts at Phenom Underrated Showcase
6’3 ’29 Nick Cannon (Garner Road) Arguably the breakout prospect of the event, Nick Cannon had folks buzzing throughout the weekend. He possesses a favorable blend of size, feel, and well-rounded ability, which allows him to consistently impact all facets of the game. Cannon scored on all levels and appeared comfortable dictating the offense as an initiator. He rebounds well for his position and...
read more
Breakout Player from #PhenomUnderrated Showcase
Player: Nick CannonClass: 2029AAU: Garner Road-Butler The Phenom Underrated Showcase brought some young but talented players to the court for Phenom Hoops to learn about, and one of the biggest breakout players from the event was 2029 6’2 Nick Cannon from Garner Road-Butler. Cannon presented a lot of upside and versatility in his game, especially with his blend of size and skillset at a young...
read more
Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Derek Ross Jr.
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
read more
Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Johnniyus Sharpe
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
read more
Standouts from Grimsley vs. Southwest Guilford
Southwest Guilford: 6’0 ’27 Brayden Gatling It’s pretty easy to recognize the leadership Gatling brings to this group. He dictated the action in a steady, reliable manner while consistently probing the defense, making smart reads, and scoring as needed. Gatling didn’t hit shots at his usual percentage but still did well to generate clean looks and attack the basket at a high rate. He offered a...
read more
Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Miki Gacic
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
read more
Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Christian Ananaba
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
read more
Unsigned Senior Spotlight: Sabree Scott
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned prospects in the senior class. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels (with several others exploring the JUCO path). That number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class....
read more
Prospect to Know: 2028 6’6 Kevin Wheatley Jr.
Player: Kevin Wheatley Jr.Class: 2028Height: 6’6School:AAU: New York Lightning Continuing to highlight players in the Class of 2028, 2028 6’6 Kevin Wheatley Jr. from Our Saviour Lutheran HS looks to be a very intriguing prospect to keep an eye on; college coaches already do. The 6’6 prospect has been attracting the eyes of programs early on. He checks off a lot of early boxes that...
read more
Malcolm Wilson Shining as Top Rim-Protector in College Basketball
Courtesy of Queens Athletics If it’s been said once, it’s been said a million times: big men develop slower than others. Many instances exist when a tall kid is simply forced into the sport due to their physical advantages. However, those who love the game and consistently work to improve typically succeed in basketball. The most recent addition to the list of late bloomers who ultimately panned...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 17
Team 17 Coach: Trenton Hancock #13: 5’3 ’30 Gavin Edwards (Rogers) First up, Gavin Edwards is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2030. Despite being the smallest and youngest camper on this team, he found ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player....
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 16
Team 16 Coach: Whit Holcomb-Faye #7: 5’7 ’29 Van Brabham (Greensboro Day) First up, Van Brabham is a 5-foot-7 prospect in the Class of 2029. He’s a tough, scrappy, unselfish guard with a great blend of feel, scrappiness, and shooting prowess. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Holcomb-Faye on...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 15
Team 15 Coach: Jay Lawson #28: 5’4 ’29 Dominick Dunn (The Burlington School) First up, Dominick Dunn is a 5-foot-4 prospect in the Class of 2029. Despite being the smallest camper on this team, he stood out through his toughness and rugged defensive presence. The next step in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more complete...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 14
Team 14 Coach: Dre Simmons #25: 5’2 ’29 Elijah Williams (Reidsville) First up, Elijah Williams is a 5-foot-2 prospect in the Class of 2029. Despite being the smallest camper on this team, he found several ways to make his presence felt. The next step in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Dre on Williams: “Elijah is a...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 13
Team 13 Coach: Rodney Carter #26: 5’4 ’29 Adonis Thompson (Irmo) First up, Adonis Thompson is a 5-foot-4 prospect in the Class of 2029. He’s a quick, scrappy guard who found a lot of success despite being the smallest camper on this team. The next step in his development process is working on his transition defense, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Carter on Thompson: “Adonis...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 12
Team 12 Coach: Colby Lewis #18: 5’3 ’29 Shakeem Witherspoon (South Middle) First up, Shakeem Witherspoon is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2029. He’s a quick, scrappy, unselfish point guard who knows how to set the tone on both ends of the floor. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Lewis on...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Colby Lewis #17: 5’3 ’29 Malakhi Blackmon (North Stanly) First up, Malakhi Blackmon is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2029. He made a lasting impression with his unselfish, high-motor approach to the game on both ends of the floor. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Lewis on...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 10
Team 10 Coach: Jay Anderson #16: 5’3 ’29 Carson Gladieux (Apex Friendship) First up, Carson Gladieux is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2029. He’s a smooth, unselfish guard who can create off the bounce but is arguably at his best in spot-up situations. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 9
Team 9 Coach: Ethan Reece #15: 5’3 ’29 Milo Tabron (Research Triangle Academy) First up, Milo Tabron is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2029. He made a lasting impression through his smart, unselfish understanding of how to properly run a team. The next step in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more scoring chances as a...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Tyler Lewis #8: 5’1 ’29 Christopher Wilder (Roger Herr) First up, Christopher “CJ” Wilder is a 5-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2029. Despite being the smallest camper on this team, he found several ways to make a lasting impact on both ends of the floor. The next step in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing...
read more
Phenom Hoops Middle School Elite Camp Evaluations: Team 7
Team 7 Coach: Cam Corey #4: 5’1 ’30 Kenneth Grooms (Jefferson) First up, Kenneth Grooms is a 5-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2030. Though small, he displayed an impressive combination of IQ, motor, defensive prowess, and scoring instincts. The next step in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more scoring chances as a cutter...
read more