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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian comes out on top vs. Asheville School
It was the final game of the night, as the hosting school Carmel Christian welcomed Asheville School for a showdown that would end what has been an absolutely insane event to start the season. Carmel Christian came out strong and attacked the paint, with Bryce Cash and Jaeden Mustaf leading the charge in the first half. But Asheville School started to settle down, run their offense, and get the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: The Burlington School pulls out win in double overtime vs. Cannon
The day only continued, as The Burlington School was back in action after Day 1 and they were going up against Cannon, a team that we are getting a chance to see what they had to offer this season. Both teams were getting an early feel for each other, with both showing a balanced attack and getting multiple players involved early. Cannon was able to earn the early edge after the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Concord Academy holds off Greensboro Day in OT
We continued the day here at the Carmel Tip-Off, as two powerhouse programs went to battle between Concord Academy and Greensboro Day. It was Concord Academy that flexed their muscles first, showing their new backcourt duo in Isaiah Tate and JJ Moore as both were knocking down shots early on from behind the arc. That trend continued, as Concord Academy was able to build upon its lead after the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy wins tight battle vs. 1of1 Prep
Two games were in the book and basketball fans were in for a HUGE treat between two of the top teams in the state in 1 of 1 Prep and Combine Academy. Two coaches that are familiar with each other matched up in a heated battle and it started off exactly how we thought. 1of1 Prep came out strong and quickly showed their youth came to play, but they also had a few veterans step up. But players like...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian strong once again, defeating Northwood Temple on Day 2
Game 2 on Day 2, Northside Christian and Northwood Temple were back in action here in Matthews for the Carmel Christian, as the atmosphere and crowd started to pile in for a great day of basketball. Two very different teams (roster-wise) got it going early, as Northwood Temple’s zone defense created some early havoc, but Northside Christian started to get their guards going. Northwood...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Quality Education bounces back with Day 2 win vs. Westminster Catawba
Day 2 at the Carmel Tip-Off started off with a very intriguing matchup, as Quality Education was looking to bounce back from a Day 1 loss, and we were getting out first viewing of Westminster Catawba and what they had to offer. Both teams started out a little slow offensively, but QEA was able to take the early lead behind the play of AJ Reeves (who had seven first-half points) and...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian secures tough victory vs. Northwood Temple
The last game of the night, as Northwood Temple traveled to take on the home team Carmel Christian in what ended a great Day 1 at the Carmel Tip-Off. Carmel Christian came in strong in showing why they were being ranked as one of the top teams in the state, both on the offensive and defensive end. The three-ball started to fall early for Carmel Christian, but they also created havoc defensively...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy uses strong second half to earn a win vs. The Burlington School
After a thrilling Game 1 that went into overtime, it was time for Combine Academy and The Burlington School to get under action. Two big-time programs with new head coaches were kicking off the season in a big way in a hostile environment. Combine Academy came out strong behind one of their big-time stars in 2024 Trentyn Flowers, a 6’9 prospect that can be a complete mismatch on the floor with...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian wins in OT vs. Quality Education
The high school season got underway here with Phenom Hoops at the Carmel Tip-Off, with Northside Christian and Quality Education kicking off a HUGE weekend of basketball in the Charlotte area. The offense started clicking early on for both teams, as shots from outside fell early and the guard play was able to make plays on the floor. QEA came out strong and aggressive against the zone, as...
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Phenom Game Report: Miller School vs. Fork Union PG
The season is here and that just means that Phenom Hoops is tuning in and getting out to watch games all throughout the country, as we start off the season with what was a very intriguing matchup between two schools that have produced some terrific talent. Fork Union PG traveled to Miller School, as both teams brought in some intriguing talent. Starting off the game, FUMA came out strong to take...
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Phenom Game Report: Combine Academy vs. Lincoln Charter
There is nothing like high school basketball getting underway here in North Carolina, as we had this date on our minds for quite some time now. Combine Academy, one of the top teams in the country, kicked off the season at home as they welcomed in Lincoln Charter, a team coming in with nothing to lose and looking to prove themselves in a big way. They did just that, as this game came down to the...
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Standouts from Battle at the Creek: Hargrave vs. Oak Hill
The only way to start the high school season off right is for the annual battle between Hargrave and Oak Hill, as PHenom Hoops went up to West Wilkes high school to watch all the action and to check out the talent on the floor. In a game that was broken up into two halves, along with an extra ten minutes of action, Hargrave won the first half 45-33 and backed that up with a 58-42 victory in the...
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POB’s Notes and Thoughts: Axe Euro Tour (California Club vs. Hoopsfix)
We continue to track and watch prospects from all around the country, this time tuning in to Axe Euro Tour which brought the CBC (California Basketball Club) against Hoopsfix. Getting a chance to watch a variety of all ages, here are some of the notes that we took about what we saw, as Hoopsfix was able to secure the 81-74 victory over California Club. 2023 Sultan Adewale has been strong...
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Team Elite claims first Overtime Elite Championship
It was the OTE Finals, an event that certainly had the attention of basketball fans around the country. In the best of three series, it all came down to one last game. Team OTE had won Game 1 72-51 vs. Team Elite but Team Elite came right back with a strong 74-69 victory to force a winner-take-all Game 3. It was an incredible game for both teams, as it was a close affair...
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Phenom Hoop State Championship: Liberty Heights National vs. Combine Academy
The clash of the titans looked to end the night here on Championship Sunday, as Liberty Heights and Combine Academy squared off. Combine came out early, making some early plays and knocking down shots but Liberty Heights started to get going and eventually took the lead at the end of the first quarter, leading 16-15. Ezra Ausar got it going early with an early seven points in the first quarter...
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Hoop State Championship (Round 2): Combine Academy vs. Moravian Prep
In our second matchup of the night in the Hoop State Championship, we brought two teams that are quite familiar with each other over the years and it was certainly going to be a heated showdown. Moravian Prep and Combine Academy went at it instantly, as both teams were trading baskets early before Combine started to make their mark early with their size of Patrick Wessler and...
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Hoop State Championship (Round 2): Liberty Heights National vs. Liberty Heights Varsity
Two teams that are certainly quite familiar with each other battled it out in the second round of the playoffs and for a chance to compete for a state title. There was no love lost between these two, as you could see that both teams wanted to have a chance to be crowned a champion. Both teams started out a little slow but got things going, as varsity held a narrow 12-11 lead after...
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Hoopstate Championship Recaps: Word of God v. Liberty Heights Varsity
The fourth game to conclude round one of our Hoopstate Championship bracket took place between Word of God and Liberty Heights Varsity. In all honesty, this contest was as highly anticipated as any matchup from the opening day. As expected, things kicked off in an extremely competitive, back-and-forth fashion. After an intense eight minutes with multiple lead changes, both sides were tied at...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Hoopstate Championship
6’8 ’22 Ezra Ausar (Liberty Heights) Though his status as one of the state’s top prospects should already be widely acknowledged, the unsigned Ausar continues to perform at a high level. He’s a long, explosive forward/post with a strong frame and the ability to simply dominate opponents with his physical two-way approach. That being said, Ausar also hit jumpers, attacked off the bounce, and...
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Hoopstate Championship Recaps: Combine Academy v. Winston-Salem Christian
The third game of our Hoopstate Championship bracket took place between Combine Academy and Winston-Salem Christian. It didn’t take long for the Goats to assert themselves, establish a lead, and end the opening quarter with a 21-10 advantage. However, the Lions put together consecutive scoring possessions to start the second period. The battle maintained its intensity, but Combine Academy...
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Hoopstate Championship Recaps: Moravian Prep v. Lake Norman Christian
The second game of our Hoopstate Championship bracket took place between Moravian Prep and Lake Norman Christian. The Storm came out of the gate and scored the first two buckets to start this contest. Immediately thereafter, Moravian Prep put together a 12-2 run, started controlling the action, and led 14-10 after the first quarter. The ensuing period was more of the same, as Moravian continued...
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Hoopstate Championship Recap: Liberty Heights v. NC GBB
The first game of our Hoopstate Championship bracket took place between Liberty Heights National and NC GBB. Things kicked off in favor of Liberty Heights, as they struck first, dug deep on both ends of the floor, and did a great job of extending their lead prior to the end of the first quarter—where Liberty Heights led 21-10 over NC GBB. The Cardinal continued their hot start, rattling off 14...
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Player Standouts at Phenom PG Nationals
6’7 ’22 Joyful Hawkins (North Florida Prep) In all honesty, Hawkins possess as much raw talent as anyone from this contest. His combination of size, length, and athleticism allows him to physically impose his will against most opposing forwards. However, Hawkins is more than an athlete. His offensive skillset has made strides since last summer, and he looks more than comfortable at making plays...
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Players to Watch for in the NCHSAA State Championships: Weddington v. Panther Creek
6’2 ’22 Kyle Frazier (Weddington) Although any of the Cook-Morton-Lowe grouping could be emphasized here, Frazier is always so reliable at filling in the gaps as the glue-guy on both ends of the floor. He’s an extremely well-rounded player who understands how to naturally affect all facets of the game. Frazier is a quality passer, shooter, rebounder, and versatile defender who simply plays...
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Players to Watch for in the NCHSAA State Championships: Seventy-First v. West Charlotte
6’8 ’23 James Scott (Seventy-First) Given the difference between these two rosters (especially following the Donovan Raymond injury), Scott could ultimately be the biggest x-factor on either team. He’s just extremely reliable on both ends of the floor, and that should allow him to naturally affect all facets of the game within the flow of the action. Scott is long, poised, and really embraces...
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Weddington, ” A team of Destiny'”
Last year, Weddington, won its first ever state championship going a perfect 18-0, winning the NCHSAA 3A State Championship. Coached by Gary Ellington, Weddington moved from the 3A classification to the 4A classification. While we had Weddington has a “team to watch” in our pre-season predictions, we would be foolish to say we expected them to be 30-0 and advancing to the NCHSAA 4A State...
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Phenom Game Report: Northwood vs. West Carteret
Playoff basketball, there is nothing like it in North Carolina as we continued with the public schools. Phenom Hoops was on deck for an intense showdown between Northwood and West Carteret, two strong teams that have won 20+ games on the year. Coming out, it was Northwood that made their mark, playing their pace, creating havoc on the defensive end and jumping out to a quick lead. But West...
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Phenom Game Report: Rocky Mount vs. Seventy-First
Phenom Hoops continues their tremendous coverage of the public school playoffs, as we checked out Seventy-First as they welcomed in Rocky Mount for an absolute showdown. Both teams came out strong and traded baskets, with Seventy-First earning the early edge, 15-13. The Falcons used a balanced attack early on between their size and guard play, while 2023 Jamal Townsend got things going for Rocky...
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Grimsley v. JL Chambers
On Saturday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the heart of Greensboro for a high-level playoff matchup between the Whirlies of Grimsley and the Cougars of JL Chambers. There was a ton of excitement in the air. On one side, Chambers probably entered this contest slightly underrated based on their seeding (considering they arguably played the most challenging schedule of any public-school team in the...
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Phenom Game Report: 2A NCISAA Championship (Trinity Academy vs. The Burlington School)
The final championship game on the night, Trinity Academy and The Burlington School battled it out in the 2A Division. Both teams have had strong seasons and wanted to end it with a ring, as there was a ton of talent on the court in this one. The game kind of started out slow for both teams, as Trinity Academy took the narrow one-point lead after the first quarter. 2023 Kevon...
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