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Brandon’s Big-Time Ballers: Day 3 at Summer Havoc
6’3 2021 Kymani Knox (Upward Stars)- Knox is an absolute load in the middle to deal with, he just a tough kid. When Knox builds up steam he comes through the lane like a wrecking ball. Knox is built for contact and he knows it, he converted several tough finishes, the defense had no choice but to foul. Knox defended the paint admirably and ate the glass up, he’s a true competitor and will do all...
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Upward Stars Columbia 2023 walks away with 15u ACC Championship at Summer Havoc
Final: Upward Stars Columbia 2023 56 – Team HoopState 55 Talk about a battle throughout the game. Both teams came out to compete and it came down to the wire in this one. Collin Murray-Boyles found his rhythm early, scoring double-digits early while Chris Parker chipped in an early 8 points for Upward Stars. HoopState had a balanced attack between Kevin Concepcion, Amari...
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Player Standouts at Day Three of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’2 ’21 Micah Braswell (UC27 Dreamchasers) Though somewhat subtle, Braswell proved to be a very reliable contributor for this UC27 Dreamchasers squad. He plays hard, makes smart decisions, and offers a nice balance between scoring and playmaking. Braswell is a nice spot-up threat and can play either backcourt position due to his shooting ability. 5’11 ’21 Isaiah Escobar (Durham Hurricanes)...
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Team Renegades secures win in SEC 16u Consolation Bracket
Final: Renegades 89 – PC Cougars 16u 58 The teams came out strong and neither really could break away from each other, as the halftime score sat at 34-30 Renegades. However, The Renegades started to turn it on in the second half, with eight players scoring and scoring from multiple areas on the court. A nice blend of inside-out play propelled the charge, as the Renegades...
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NC Level SC wins 16u ACC Consolation Bracket
Final: Next Level SC – 61CC Elite 2022 45 Next Level SC withstood a late three-point flurry to hold on to this one. CC Elite made a strong push after falling behind, but whenever things got too close for comfort Next Level SC made big shots. CC Elite had a slow start which could be attributed to the defense of Next Level. This was a fast-paced game once the action picked up, both are two...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 3 Early Standouts
6’7 Saiquone Harris of Juice All-Stars Stephenson 17U is extremely versatile, playing almost all spots on the floor. Very fluid and handles the ball very well for his size. Gets to the basket at will and creates contact. Has a great IQ and can really pass the ball. Showed ability to shoot the ball as well. Rebounds well on both ends of the court and runs the floor. Easy to see why he is a...
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Nine Storylines from Phenom Summer Havoc
There’s a whole lot to break down from arguably the best single day of basketball of the summer, too much for one person to do in a single article so go look at the rest of the website for all of the Phenom Summer Havoc coverage. I was on the call for a lot of games for The HoopState Network’s streaming coverage of the event https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/events/summer-havoc-details-page/ so I...
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Brandon’s Big-Time Ballers: Names coaches need to know
6’3 2021 Umar Lawson (Upward Stars Pee Dee) Lawson should be one of the breakout names after this weekend. First off if you haven’t seen the viral clip of him going Eastbay mid-game, then proceeding to land a backflip, check it out! Aside from that, he’s a prospect that’s continued to improve, Lawson is an elite level athlete at this stage which allows him to explode past defenders and finish in...
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Evening Standouts at Phenom Summer Havoc
6’6 ’22 Jalen Hood-Schifino (Team CP3) This Team CP3 roster is arguably the most loaded group of prospects on display, and Hood-Schifino was as impressive as anyone in attendance. He’s already established himself as a high-level player over the years, but has really started to vault himself into elite territory over the last six months. Hood-Schifino is an incredible playmaker and game manager...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 2 Late Standouts
6’5 Mike Herrin of Manzer 17U is long, lengthy, and smooth. Can handle the ball well and gets to the basket very well. Shows ability to score from all three levels; Has a good midrange pull up. Shoots the ball pretty well and can also create for his teammates. Division 2 schools should definitely be recruiting him heavy. Low maintenance guy with great potential. 6’7 Earl Burgess of Team...
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DeAjai Dawkins’ Day 2 Standouts #PhenomSummerHavoc
By; DeAjai Dawkins 5’10 2022 Wesley McGee (CC Elite 2022) Wesley is an athletic guard with a slender, toned frame. He initiates almost all offense from outside the perimeter due to his comfortability with pulling the three, but won’t hesitate to use his athleticism to get into the lane. He has yet to fully tap into his potential, as he can be relied on as much more of a consistent offensive...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 at #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 2)
2023 6’3 Caleb Foster (Team Curry 16u): Foster just plays ahead of his time, which is why several schools are jumping on him early. The blend of size and understanding, with a smooth feel is impressive. Foster showed more of his outside game with 5 3-pointers as well. 2022 6’6 Cade Tyson (Team Curry 16u): Tyson has the size, IQ, and fluid shooting stroke that should attract college coaches...
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Early Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’0 ’22 Kory Davis (1Carolina) The 1Carolina program possesses a ton of intriguing prospects within their program, and Davis has performed well with both squads in attendance. Playing up an age group, he really stood out with his defensive prowess and ability to really harass opposing guards for 94 feet. Davis is also very quick and fast in the open floor, which allows him to consistently get by...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Day 2 Early Standouts
6’3 Troy Fulton of Team Denver 17U can flat out shoot the basketball. Very consistent and efficient player who has a nice stroke. Shoots it a very high rate from three off the catch. Hit 10 threes and finished with 32 points his last game. Coaches looking for a shooter should definitely take a look. College-Level Player 6’1 Cole Sinclair of Durham Hurricanes 17U has played well again...
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Brandon’s Big Time Ballers: Day 2 Early standouts
2022 Isaiah Howell (Blendz)- A silky smooth point guard that has some division one offers but I could see a potential uptick. Howell he won’t blow anyone away with flash and he doesn’t have too, he has an extremely well-rounded game overall, there is a lot he does well. Howell can run the team he’s a natural point guard, he’s a skilled passer with adept vision and he fires the ball out, Howell...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 2 of #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 1)
2021 6’4 Nygell Verdier (Anthony Morrow Elite): Verdier is a versatile prospect on the court. Playing the stretch forward at Independence, gives him a nice understanding of playing inside and out, attacking at multiple positions, and also showing off his athleticism at the rim. Whether it was finishing at the rim or pulling up, Verdier brings an array of ways to score the basketball. 2021 6’1...
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RANKINGS REPORT Standouts Part 2 from Summer Havoc (Day 1)
2021 6’7 Earl Burgess (Team 864) is long, strong and tough enough to impact the game on both ends inside, yet skilled enough to make the right plays as a wing with his timely and smart decisions. Consistent shooter and rebounder, who finishes inside with finesse or authority. 2021 6’6 Ben Burnham (Team CLT) is so highly skilled, with big energy and must have a basketball radar because he’s...
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Player Standouts from Courts 7 and 8 on Day 2 of #PhenomSummerHavoc
By: Kyree Bethel 2023 5’9 Keenan Wilkins (Greensboro Elite) under size guard who plays with a lot of poise. He has a quick handle, very crafty, and a smooth mid range game. He also rebounds the basketball well for his size. 2023 5’11 Braylen McCail (PSB Elite) strong athletic guard who can get in the paint at anytime. He finishes well with both hands. High motor on the defensive end with...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 3)
2022 6’7 Jeremy Gregory (Team Charlotte 16u): Gregory really got after it to start his day, going for 20 points in the win. Gregory got to his spots, reacted quickly in the post and used his big hands to softly get the ball on the rim and score. He did it multiple times, as well as continue to run the court well. 2022 Freddie Dilione (Big Shots Elite NC 2022 Lewis): Dilione not only...
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Top Performances from Day 1 at #PhenomSummerHavoc
Check out some of the top scoring performances from an exciting Day 1 in Rock Hill.
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Evening Standouts at Day One of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’4 ’23 Jah Short (Garner Road) There’s a lot to like about this Garner Road roster, and Short has absolutely shined as their leader on both sides of the ball. He’s long, athletic, and quite skilled with impressive defensive prowess. Short has undergone a lot of physical development over the last calendar year, but still looks likely to continue improving. He has no glaring weaknesses and...
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Late Day 1 Standouts
6’1 Cole Sinclair of Durham Hurricanes 17U was impressive today. Really scored the ball and showed that he could do so effectively from all three levels. Shot the ball very well and uses his handle and quickness to get to his spots. Gets to the basket and really creates contact, got to the free-throw line all game. Very quick guard with great change of pace which allows him to be hard to stay in...
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Player Standouts from Courts 7 and 8 on Day 1 of #PhenomSummerHavoc
By: Kyree Bethel 2023 5’10 Gavin Bullock (PSB) – very crafty with the basketball. Strong athletic guard who attacks the rim and finishes on either side. He plays with high motor on both ends of the floor. 2023 6’4 Darion Rivers (PSB) – active big who finishes above the rim. His lengthy body and wide wing span changes shoots at the rim. He rebounds very well and runs...
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DeAjai Dawkins’ Friday standouts
By: DeAjai Dawkins 2021 6’3 Demonte Cunningham (Harrisburg Heat 17U) Demonte plays a significant role being the interior muscle for a scrappy but undersized team. His natural physically imposing stature has most likely allowed him to outmuscle competition for years, but his game has had to adjust along with the physical development of his opponents. Playing against 2021 competition, Cunningham...
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RANKINGS REPORT Early Standouts from Summer Havoc (Day 1)
Luke Bracey 2021 5’10” Jalen Hinton (Charlotte Nets) is a really shifty & explosive point guard from Independence High School. He’s a clutch shot maker that wants to change the game in key moments. He knows how to draw contact & get to the foul line. Good decision maker and play maker. 2022 6’2” Sam Cogan (Team Together) always finds away to get the ball in the basket....
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 of #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 2)
Patrick O'Brien brings his standouts from Day 1 at the Phenom Summer Havoc in Rock Hill. Continue to check out all the names throughout the day.
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Special K’s Hoops Take: Early Standouts (Day 1)
Chas Stinson 6’3 Chas Stinson of QCAA 17U has played well so far today showing that he can be a very effective three-level scorer. Really attacked the basket well and finished around the rim consistently. Showed that he is a really efficient shooter off the catch. Uses his quickness to be active on defense and pressure the ball. His stock will continue to rise! 6’8 Peyton Gerald of QCAA 17U is a...
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Early Standouts at Day One of Phenom Summer Havoc
6’7 ’21 Earl Burgess (Team 864) It’s easy to appreciate someone like Burgess, who is so noticeably effective without ever needing to be the primary focus on either end of the floor. He simply makes plays and understands how to maximize his presence. Burgess is long, wiry, and moves very well for his size. He runs the floor properly in transition, makes smart decisions with or without the ball,...
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Brandon’s Big Time Ballers #PhenomSummerHavoc (Day 1, Part 1)
6’3 2021 Javian Cannady (Team Hickory)- Cannady had one of the top offensive performances of the morning. Cannady went off for a smooth 25 piece against a really talented Upward team. Cannady showed depth getting it done from all three levels. Cannady is a shifty guard in space, he split defenders with ease and evaded willing shot blockers at the cup. Cannady has good body control especially in...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at #PhenomSummerHavoc (Part 1)
Patrick O'Brien brings his standouts from Day 1 at the Phenom Summer Havoc in Rock Hill. Continue to check out all the names throughout the day.
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