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2026 Jyi Dawkins continues to see an uptick in his recruitment; talks newest offer and latest interests
Player: Jyi DawkinsClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Ben L. Smith Looking into the class of 2026 here in North Carolina, 2026 6’4 Jyi Dawkins has certainly been one that has been rising up the ranks and proving his game on the court. Dawkins has been leading the way this season for Garner Road, being a strong offensive creator and shot-maker on the floor. We recently wrote about his game in what we...
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2026 Ayden Johnson calls his future, commits to Merrimack
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: Ayden JohnsonClass: 2026Committed to: Merrimack What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Rae Villines Set to Make Head Coaching Debut at Cresset Christian Academy
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Folks should be...
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First Look at Charlotte Performance Institute Under Coach Jackson
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. After a successful...
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Phenom Hoops excited about attending NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill (SC)
June is certainly a busy month in the basketball world, as team and national camps are held all around the country. Phenom Hoops is excited about this week, as we head down to Rock Hill (SC) for yet another year at the NBPA Top 100 camp, bringing some of the top talent from around the country all to one place. There are several prospects that we are excited to watch, along with several familiar...
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Sustained Greatness: New Hanover Shifts to New Leadership
What to Watch at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. Clearly, one of the...
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Colton Kreger Transitioning into Key Role for New-Look Powdersville
What to Watch for at Phenom Team Camp This upcoming weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel down to Rock Hill, South Carolina, to host our annual June Team Camp. The event always features a slew of the most talented teams and individuals within the Carolinas, and this year’s will be no different. Leading up to the event, we will take a closer look at players and subplots to monitor. We will start with...
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Beyond Basketball: The Burlington School Roster Fully Reloaded
Basketball is constantly changing. It’s evident at every level, but the high school landscape is more fluid than ever before. Player movement isn’t just expected, it’s almost encouraged nowadays. Kids seeking a new opportunity isn’t new. The sport has long been used as a tool and vehicle to open up other possibilities for the youth. This notion is evident for several of the top programs in North...
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Lady Phenom Standouts: US Open Basketball Championships
It was a great overall weekend working with USA Basketball at the US Open Championships, and we were able to learn several names on the girls’ side. Here were a few standouts that grabbed our attention throughout the event. 2030 Jordyn Avila (AEBL) Avila looks to be a name worth watching now and down the road, as she really captured my eyes with her overall play at the event. She has a...
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Local Talent Shines at US Open Championship
The talent ran deep at the US Open Championship, including several familiar names to Phenom Hoops. Here are a few players that were familiar faces that impressed throughout the event in Bermuda Run (NC). 2028 Ayo Awosanya (Carolina Culture) Awosanya played well in leading his team to a championship at the US Open Championship. The young prospect out of Myers Park was able to flourish by using...
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POB’s Best of the Best: US Open Basketball
Phenom Hoops had a great weekend of basketball, joining up with USA Basketball for the US Open Basketball East Championships. Teams from all over came to Bermuda Run (NC) to compete and take home a championship, and we were able to learn about several prospects. Patrick O’Brien was on deck throughout, and these were the players that left the biggest impression on him. 2029 Carib Morris...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at US Open Basketball
2029 Jordan Corbin (Team Push) Corbin had herself one heck of a game to lead her team in a tight battle to start the day, as she was an absolute force on the court. Corbin brings good size and feel to the floor, and she was assertive with how she attacked. She was aggressive with her ability to finish around the basket, bringing a dominant presence around the basket as well as finding ways to...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: US Open Basketball Day 1 Standouts
2029 Carib Morris (Legacy Carolina) Morris, who is a 6’2 young prospect, instantly caught my eye with her play and feel for the game. Learning more about her, she looks to be a name already trending as a big-time prospect in the Class of 2029. Holding multiple offers and part of Team USA, Morris is an absolute matchup nightmare with her size, perimeter feel, and overall skillset. She can operate...
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2026 LJ Rush continues to flourish and impress on the court; discusses new offers and strong interests coming his way
One of the top guards in the state of North Carolina, 2026 LJ Rush came down to Rock Hill (SC) for the Phenom Summer Showcase and put on an impressive show. In watching him operate and dissect his opponents on the court, it was easy to see why schools are making him a primary target in the Class of 2026. Patrick O’Brien/ Phenom Hoops were able to catch up with the point guard from 1-of-1 Elite...
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Chane Bynum Possesses a Ton of Intrigue
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops had our first opportunity to watch 1 of 1 Elite (17U) during the travel ball season. As expected, they put out a roster full of enticing prospects for all types of college coaches to pursue. We were already pretty familiar with most of the pieces on their team, but Chane Bynum stood out as a new name worth noting. At 6-foot-9 with length, fluidity, and a smooth...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season? (Part Two)
6’5 Thomas Vickery (Christ School) Although we featured his teammate in the first edition, Vickery is another guy who should take a massive leap forward for the Greenies. Arguably, no one in the class has boosted their stock as much as him during the travel ball season. In addition to possessing an excellent blend of size, shooting, and athleticism, he’s a malleable piece with the ability to...
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What 2027 Prospects Could Have a Potential Breakout Season?
6’6 James Minlend (Concord Academy) Although he’s made steady strides within his progression, it feels like Minlend is poised to make the next leap as a prospect. His physical makeup, blossoming skillset, and growing confidence should be a real concern for opponents. Minlend was already a matchup problem at his size, but his increased assertiveness really allows him to take over a game if he...
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Arizona State the first to offer 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed (Howard Pulley), other high-major schools looking his way
Player: Mustafa MohamedClass: 2027Height: 6’10School: South Saint Paul An intriguing prospect out of Minnesota, 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed has been catching some eyes with his play and overall intrigue. A lengthy wing that can score at the rim, make plays off the bounce, and score in a variety of ways, while also being a versatile overall piece on the court, Mohamed is able to flourish in an...
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Phenom 252 Showcase Standouts
6’6” 2026 Khaleel Walters (No Guts No Glory) Walters came into this weekend with a point to prove and he flat out accomplished his mission. The versatile wing showcased his above-the-rim ability, two-way versatility, and a strong willingness to fit in with the other talented players surrounding him on this No Guts No Glory team. He was somewhat pigeon-holed in a role last year at Clayton with...
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Greenville Primed for Another State Championship Run
By: Khalil Shakir Greenville is primed to make another strong run at a State Championship, building on the momentum of last season’s impressive campaign. Head Coach Mike Anderson, along with assistants Ron Bruton, Steve Carter, Kelly Walker and Andre Lytes did a masterful job guiding the team with discipline, energy, and a clear vision, and their efforts didn’t go unnoticed. This year, the...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2026 Kate Breault
Player: Kate BreaultClass: 2026School: HoughAAU: Team Griggs Lady Phenom continues to highlight players all around the state, as there is talent to be found all over. Now checking in on a prospect that recently caught our eyes, 2026 Kate Breault was a prospect who made her presence felt all throughout the event as of late. We recently had a chance to watch her in action at the Phenom MDC,...
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Phenom Summer Showcase: Underrated Athletes Standouts
Chane Bynum – 6’8 Forward | Class of 2026 | 1 of 1 Elite Bynum made a lasting impression with his blend of physical tools and natural fluidity. At 6’8, he moves exceptionally well for his size, showing smooth mobility, a confident mid-range stroke, and flashes of ball-handling in the open floor. He’s comfortable facing up, defending multiple positions, and impacting the game without needing the...
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Northwood Duo Should Be Major Priorities for College Coaches
Though it’s probably common knowledge, the last few years have led to a lot of excitement for the Northwood Chargers. As a public school, it doesn’t get much better than having multiple NBA prospects (Drake Powell and one year of Jarin Stevenson) and competing for state titles on a yearly basis. However, it’s time for the next era. Last year’s senior-laden squad fell just short to Reidsville,...
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Theo Edema Becoming a Priority for Blue Blood Programs
No matter how much basketball trends towards a perimeter-based game, big men will always be incredibly vital. The traditional post-up player might be a dying breed but there’s still an abundance of highly impactful rebounders, rim protectors, and interior scorers at every level. This is no secret to college coaches, which is why Theo Edema (2027) is rapidly blowing up as a prime target for...
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Is Everything Coming Together for Fort Mill?
The stars aligning in basketball situations is more common than folks probably realize. Think of the Langley’s at Southwest Guilford, the Daniel’s at Central Cabarrus, or what’s currently going on at Reidsville with Dionte Neal and Kendre Harrison. It might sound simple, but these circumstances only require quality coaching, talented players, and a culture that produces winning. Though basic,...
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Utah and Houston entering the mix for 2026 Josiah Sanders; discusses schools looking to visit
2026 Josiah Sanders has been a proven prospect over the years and is ranked by outlets as a Top-100 prospect, especially with his combination of size, feel, versatility, and overall skillset on the court. Holding multiple D1 offers from all over the country, Patrick O’Brien with Phenom Hoops caught up with Sanders at the Phenom Summer Showcase to see who has been making him a priority and a few...
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The Emergence of 1 of 1 Elite
By: Khalil Shakir LJ Rush | LJ Rush has been on an absolute tear this summer, showcasing his ability to score in volume in a wide variety of ways while making a consistent impact on both ends of the floor. His elite athleticism and lightning-quick first step make him a nightmare to defend, LJ plays with impressive control, dictating the tempo and operating at his own pace, never looking rushed...
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College-Worthy Prospects from Summer Showcase
2026 Nicholas McLean (1of1 Elite) McLean is one I was eager to see, especially to check out his improvement and overall development. He didn’t disappoint as he showed his growth as a player, both with his skillset and overall frame. McLean has gotten bigger and stronger, and is looking much more confident with his overall feel. He scored well around the basket, whether it is with touch or...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2026 Tristan Shivers
Player: Tristan ShiversClass: 2026School: HoggardAAU: Carolina Flames Junior High School Season: 16.2ppg, 6.9apg, 3.5spg, 3.7rpg Lady Phenom is continuing to highlight players that we have recently seen as of late, and 2026 Tristan Shivers from the Carolina Flames and Hoggard High School is the next prospect that we wanted to talk about. Watching her recently operate at the Lady Phenom MDC, we...
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Phenom Summer Showcase Lady Standouts
By: Khalil Shakir Reagan Rivers | Lady No Lacking | Reagan is a dynamic and versatile scorer with a high basketball IQ and a natural feel for the game. She’s a consistent perimeter shooter, which forces defenders to play her tight and opens up driving lanes and playmaking opportunities for both herself and her teammates. Reagan plays with impressive patience, rarely forcing bad shots, and...
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