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Should See an Uptick in Recruitment: Phenom May Madness
So many players earned the attention of our scouts at the Phenom May Madness, including players who hold several D1 offers already. But these five players had a big weekend and showed why they deserve to have the attention of college programs around, and should see an uptick in their recruitment this summer. 2027 King Kendrick (CP3) Kendrick grabbed my attention with his overall play. The point...
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Notable Unsigned Seniors from Phenom May Madness
6’6 Justice Mitchell (Strong Center) Although we featured Mitchell yesterday, his production and generally impactful two-way identity cannot be ignored. His versatility naturally causes matchup problems for opponents on both ends of the floor. At 6-foot-6, Mitchell is too strong and athletic for perimeter players and too mobile and skilled to be contained by forwards or big men. He can reliably...
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Player Standouts at Phenom May Madness (Part Two)
6’2 ’28 Gary Grear (KOC) Despite being the youngest player listed, Grear is someone folks should be talking about. He already possesses a highly refined game with an impressive combination of IQ, playmaking, and scoring polish. Grear is a very fundamentally sound piece who sees the floor, makes quality decisions, and plays extremely well off two feet. He might appear somewhat unassuming at first...
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Player Standouts at Phenom May Madness
6’7 ’26 Trevor Manhertz (Garner Road) In my first viewing since everyone has dubbed Manhertz the biggest potential blow-up prospect in North Carolina, he definitely made a lasting impression. The first thing you notice is his long, wiry frame. Manhertz has visibly grown and gotten more explosive over the last calendar year, and still appears likely to keep developing physically. That being said,...
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2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision) proving he should be on D1 radars all over the region
Player: Ian BaileyHeight: 6’3School: Asheville ChristianAAU: Team Vision At the Phenom Challenge, 2026 Ian Bailey was a player that sat on top of our lists of “breakout players” or “big-time performers.” No matter how you label it and how much you have watched him play, Bailey showed why he is a proven D1 prospect here in North Carolina and why he should be a target for many in the region....
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Top Five Forwards/Centers from Phenom May Madness
2028 Xavier Hall (CP3) Hall has been quietly going under the radar, but it is truly time to put him in the names with some of the best bigs in his class for North Carolina. He checks off a lot of boxes early on, and I’m eager to see how he develops more, displaying a strong build, terrific hands, and a physical frame that allows him to be a force down low. Hall’s impact on either side of the...
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POB’s Standouts from Day 1 at Phenom May Madness
2028 Amari Robinson (Team Global Select) “2028 Amari Robinson (Team Global Select) has been assertive, active, and productive to start the day. Moves well without the ball, stays active and engaged, can play off the ball and knock down shots, but makes a variety of other plays for himself and others.” 2027 Jamarious Toney (Mid State Magic) “2027 Jamarious Toney (Mid State Magic) was an...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Titas Dabriega
Titas Dabriega #356’5 Wing/ForwardTwitter: @tdabriegaLithuania Titas is an athletic wing/forward with the ability to finish above the rim, guard multiple positions, and spread the floor. Embraces contact and has a toughness about him. Improved 3pt shooter, shot 38% from 3FG this season. High Academic prospect. He plays with a hard-nosed feel and with a lot of intensity on the court. He is...
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1of1 Elite 15u bringing intriguing young talent to learn more about
At the Phenom Challenge, we had an opportunity to learn some new names, especially with 1of1 Elite 15u. They were able to make a lot of noise in South Carolina, battling through a tough schedule and earning a championship. This was a very interesting team to watch as we bring you a few new names that will be ones to watch here in North Carolina. We dive into some of the players that impressed....
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2026 Dacen Petty (Upward Stars) elevating his play even more this summer
Player: Dacen PettyClass: 2026School: Christ SchoolAAU: Upward Stars Plenty of players have looked strong and made a name for themselves late, and 2026 Dacen Petty could be a sneaky prospect to watch this summer after a strong high school season. Petty, a 6’5 prospect that has continued to elevate his play over the last year at Christ School, is a true positive piece that brought a ton of value...
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NLPB is a Group Worthy of Attention from College Coaches
We’ve reached the month of May, where the travel ball season heats up and leads to an uptick in competition, offers, and general buzz throughout the grassroots scene. The Live period is rapidly approaching and many college coaches are still exploring the portal. Fortunately, this isn’t applicable across the board and plenty of programs will still hunt for high school prospects. Although our...
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JT Tuck to The Burlington School
Player movement has become increasingly more common at every level of basketball. Free agency, the transfer portal, and the general freedom of high school players have led to more unforeseen situations than ever before. That being said, players need to be in a position where they can develop and properly shine. Among the latest players to announce their transfer is JT Tuck and his decision to...
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POB’s Thoughts: 2028 RJ Davis and 2028 Antoine Caughman making early case for No. 1 spot in South Carolina
South Carolina continues to bring a ton of intriguing talent, and we have had a chance to watch some of the young names from the state over recent weeks. The Class of 2027 in South Carolina was pretty evident early on with Josh Leonard leading the charge, but now we are looking at who could be finding their name on top of the list for the Class of 2028. It is still incredibly early, but two...
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South Carolina staying strong with 2026 Korie Corbett, others showing interest
Player: Korie CorbettClass: 2026School: Ridge ViewAAU: Upward Stars 2026 Korie Corbett, a prospect regarded as one of, if not the top player in South Carolina for his class, continues to lead the charge this summer for Upward Stars after a strong high school season. The 6’4 guard continues to excel in several areas of the floor, attacking off the bounce, showcasing athleticism and playmaking...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Doous Alemdar
Doous Alemdar #33 6’4 SG GreeceTwitter: @dalemdar11 Doous is a knockdown shooter who can hit shots at a high clip. Extreme competitor, and rates as an A+ in all the intangibles: Leadership, work ethic, and coachability. Shot 40% from 3 this season on over 200 attempts from 3FG. Capable defender and great communicator. High Academic player. Alemdar is able to mix it up offensively,...
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Senior Duo Standing Out for Lions Unsigned
Although we’ve reached the halfway point of the travel ball season, there’s still plenty of available college-worthy prospects throughout North Carolina. The Lions Unsigned group is a terrific example. Based out of Winston-Salem Christian School, they have a collection of talent that should appeal to several levels of college coaches. Though multiple guys are already priorities for next-level...
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Former GDS Product Shining as Top Shooter in College Basketball
Photo Courtesy of Belmont Athletics So much of life is predicated on opportunity. Every individual possesses a unique set of skills, but not everyone gets the chance to showcase their abilities. Take someone like Tyler Lundblade, for example. The Texas native transferred to Greensboro Day School for his senior season and later committed to SMU. Although he earned a scholarship after being...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part Two)
6’3 ’28 Trevor Holland (CP3 EYCL) There are so many impactful pieces on this roster, and Holland always seems to find ways to assert himself. He’s a well-rounded guard with a nice blend of size, skill, and athleticism. Holland is a polished scorer from all levels who can create for himself and others or produce as an off-ball threat. He’s able to fill it up in a variety of different ways, but...
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2026 Dionte Neal talks first ACC offer from Boston College
Regarded as one of the more accomplished prospects in the state of North Carolina, schools continue to slowly recruit 2026 Dionte Neal. Coming off another special season at Reidsville and now leading the charge for CP3, Neal continues to prove that he is one of the elite point guards in the region. We recently had this to say about him: “Neal’s overall impact is truly special; he does an...
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2025 Robert Moore announces commitment to Tulane
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see 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: Robert MooreClass: 2025Committed to: Tulane What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops: “He...
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2026 Lance Barnes (Upward Stars) Looking for Strong Summer; Updates Latest in Recruitment
Player: Lance BarnesSchool: Legacy CharterClass: 2026AAU: Upward Stars 2026 Lance Barnes has been a strong prospect in the state of South Carolina, which has consistently produced over the years. He has been able to shine at SC Top 80 camps with Phenom Hoops, at LEC this past high school season, and has now been doing the same with Upward Stars 3SSB this spring. Barnes is one that we have...
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New Names to Learn: Phenom Challenge
2027 Aaden Bruton-Smith (Upward Stars) Bruton-Smith grabbed the attention of our scouts this past weekend with his overall play, impacting the game in so many ways and being a presence both offensively and defensively. He is a 6’5 athletic prospect that brings good bounce and length that allows him to flourish on both sides of the court. He has a smooth release with his shot, can create space...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2027 Brooklyn Twitty
Player: Brooklyn TwittyClass: 2027AAU: Team KSTSchool: Thomas Jefferson High School Lady Phenom continues its search for talent around the region, as we recently had a chance to watch 2027 Brooklyn Twitty from Team KST and Thomas Jefferson. The 6’2 prospect was a strong factor on the court for her team recently at the Phenom Lady Rumble, as she was dominant in the paint, strong on the...
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Hidden Gems from Phenom Challenge
2026 Dylan Twitty (Upward Stars) Twitty has been gaining traction over the last year, and he is one that college coaches should seriously be looking at. The forward brings a ton of production but is one that doesn’t have to be the focal point on a team, as he is willing to do what is needed for his team to win. His instincts on the glass alone should have college programs coming his way, but he...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Hardwood Classic (Part One)
6’5 ’25 Elliott Erlandsson (NC Spartans Henderson) Given everything he did throughout the weekend, it’s easy to see the college-level ability Erlandsson possesses. He’s a natural glue-guy who can do a little bit of everything on the court. Erlandsson has the size, skill, and athleticism to operate in various different roles. He’s a useful scorer from all levels with a willingness to set up...
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Bendel’s Best: Hardwood Classic
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Rise Indoor Sports for our annual Hardwood Classic. The two-day slate featured a healthy mix of talent across all divisions, both boys and girls, and provided us with a lot of intriguing prospects to watch. Like normal, we will take a closer look at some notable standouts from the event… 5’8 ’28 O’Brian Lowery Jr. (CP3 EYCL) It shouldn’t come as...
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2026 Tarris Bouie heading to Spire Academy
Player: Tarris BouieClass: 2026Previous School: ChambersNew School: Spire Academy High school season has come and gone in North Carolina, and now we enter the spring/summer ball for several players. It also means that there will be plenty of news of players coming into and leaving North Carolina. The first domino has fallen here in North Carolina, as it was announced that 2026 Tarris Bouie, a...
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2027 Josh Leonard – Proving to be a Top 10 National Prospect
Going back down to South Carolina, Phenom Hoops was eager to check out again the big-time talent of 2027 6’6 Josh Leonard for Upward Stars 3SSB. A proven talent as a young prospect and now regarded as one of the top prospects in the country, Leonard continues to flourish and solidify just how big and strong of a prospect he truly is. Rewinding a few years back, Leonard was one who quickly...
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Top 5 Breakout Players from Phenom Challenge
2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision) Bailey has been a player we have highlighted countless times before, but the show he put on here at the Phenom Challenge continues to prove that he is an under-the-radar prospect for D1 programs. Bailey flourishes as a playmaker, showing tremendous control, court awareness, and leadership. He clearly has gotten bigger and stronger and has developed more of his...
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Coach K’s Day 2 Standouts: Phenom Challenge
By: Khalil Shakir Khiry White 2029 | Team USC 2029 Premier | Khiry White continues to impress with a combination of motor, athleticism, and an advanced skillset that sets him apart from others in his age group. He plays with relentless energy on both ends of the floor, attacking the glass and grabbing rebounds with consistency. His ability to crash the boards on offense gives his team valuable...
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