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Top Storylines for Lincolnton Shootout: Can Calvary Day Continue to Roll?
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel out to Lincolnton High School in Lincolnton, North Carolina, for another loaded event. The seven-game slate features a lot of intriguing matchups, both team and individual, and a slew of talented prospects. As we rapidly approach the new year, each game becomes that much more important. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top storylines… Going into the...
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Top Storylines for Lincolnton Shootout: Game of the Week? Chambers Takes on Davidson Day
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will travel out to Lincolnton High School in Lincolnton, North Carolina, for another loaded event. The seven-game slate features a lot of intriguing matchups, both team and individual, and a slew of talented prospects. As we rapidly approach the new year, each game becomes that much more important. Let’s take a closer look at some of the top storylines… It shouldn’t...
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Elite Size and Skill: 2026 6’10 Hakeem Weems Proving Premier Prospect Status
Player: Hakeem WeemsClass: 2026Height: 6’10School: IMG Academy Sometimes schools and people around the basketball landscape need a friendly reminder… Over the summer, Phenom Hoops had a chance to watch a big-time prospect in 2026 6’10 Hakeem Weems at the Seros Invitational. At the event, our scouts had this to say about his game: “Weems was one we were eager to watch, as the 6’10 prospect has a...
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2027 Jaxon Dollar (East Lincoln) Emerging as a Legitimate Division I Basketball Prospect
Player: Jaxon DollarClass: 2027Height: 6’5School: East Lincoln North Carolina has been a hotbed as of late ,with dual-sport athletes not only showing that they are high-profile football prospects, but ones that can produce on the court as well as a D1 prospect. Players like Drake Maye and Kendre Harrison are two of the most recent ones, but after watching this weekend at the Phenom 828 Showcase,...
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Sad Sam’s Weekly F5
SAD SAM’S WEEKLY FURIOUS 5 RANKINGS Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the windy and cold Piedmont! The Great One is here to release his weekly Furious 5 rankings garnished with his DSO (Don’t Sleep On) and Looking in the Window lists. Last week saw no changes in the 5 but saw some movement in the DSO and Looking in the Window lists. Top ranked North Meck,...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Tourney Town (Part Two)
5’11 ’26 Ayden Johnson (Caldwell Academy) The Eagles entered this contest needing a strong showing from Ayden Johnson, and he certainly delivered. He’s a quick, skilled, shot-making guard with the ability to fill it up in a variety of ways. Johnson broke down opponents to touch the paint and access his midrange pull-up, but also knocked down jumpers at his usual high percentage from beyond the...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Tourney Town (Part One)
6’3 ’26 Jyi Dawkins (Ben L. Smith) After having one of the best high school performances in recent memory, it would be difficult to say anything other than positives about Jyi Dawkins. He legitimately dominated all facets of the game. Whether controlling the glass, converting momentum-shifting buckets, or making hustle plays, Dawkins was always there. He’s an amazing leader who sets the tone...
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Ish Smith Standouts: Players Who Made an Impact ( Part 1)
The Ish Smith event brought together competitive matchups and high-level effort across the board, with several prospects stepping up and making their presence felt in meaningful ways. From guards controlling the tempo to versatile forwards impacting the game without the ball, these standouts showcased why they’re names to track moving forward. 2027 Sean Nix (Cannon) Statement performance...
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Top Performers from the Phenom 828 Showcase (Part 2)
The Phenom 828 Showcase delivered high-level competition and plenty of standout performances this past weekend, as some of the region’s top talent rose to the occasion. Our Phenom Hoops scouts were on site throughout the event, evaluating, breaking down, and tracking the players who consistently separated themselves on the floor. From high-motor two-way contributors to skilled playmakers and...
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Top Performers from the Phenom 828 Showcase (Part 1)
The Phenom 828 Showcase delivered high-level competition and plenty of standout performances this past weekend, as some of the region’s top talent rose to the occasion. Our Phenom Hoops scouts were on site throughout the event, evaluating, breaking down, and tracking the players who consistently separated themselves on the floor. From high-motor two-way contributors to skilled playmakers and...
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Historic Night at the 828 Showcase: Fort Mill Head Coach Myron Lowery Earns 400th Career Win
Milestones like this don’t come often, and when they do, they deserve the spotlight. At the Phenom 828 Showcase, Fort Mill head coach Myron Lowery reached a historic achievement, earning the 400th win of his illustrious career while guiding his team to an impressive road victory. Known throughout the Carolinas for his consistency, leadership, and ability to build winning programs, Lowery’s...
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Phenom 828 Showcase: Scores and Standouts
FinalStuart Cramer 57 – East Lincoln 43 (Girls) SC: Oshauana Holland 36pts, Unique McDowell 8pts, Amasia McDowell 8ptsEL: Brooklyn Miller 13pts, Reagan Baldwin 10pts, Lane Pethel 8pts Top Player Standout: 2026 Oshauna Holland Holland was tremendous throughout, and you can see why she is committed to the ACC, going to Wake Forest. Holland was excellent at creating off the bounce and making...
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Top Storylines for Phenom 828 Showcase: Can Gaston Christian Keep Rolling?
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Phenom 828 Showcase: Undefeated East Lincoln Takes on East Rutherford
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Ish Smith Showcase: Notable Prospects Headline Nightcap Contest
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Ish Smith Showcase: Hickory Ridge Looking to Maintain Momentum
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Ish Smith Showcase: Can North Meck Girls Remain Undefeated?
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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2026 Caleb Holt Scouting Report: Back and Dominating at a High Level
Prolific Prep has been a factory when it comes to high-level talent, and that continues this year with an impressive roster under head coach Ryan Bernardi. Getting a chance to watch them in action over the last week at The Grind Session, one of the biggest storylines was having Top-10 prospect 2026 Caleb Holt back on the floor. And he quickly proved why he is one of the top prospects in...
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Top Storylines for Tourney Town Showcase: Salisbury Looks to Remain Undefeated
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Tourney Town Showcase: Rising Programs Face Off
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding surrounding the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups,...
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Top Storylines for Tourney Town Showcase: Greensboro Powers Collide
This weekend, Phenom Hoops will be hosting events in three different locations. Between the Freedom 828 Showcase, Ish Smith Showcase, and Tourney Town Showcase, there’s a ton of quality hoops throughout North Carolina. Now with the season fully underway, folks have a clearer understanding of the “who’s who” in the high school scene. Each event brings its own set of storylines, matchups, and...
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Sad Sam’s Power 6 8A/7A Conference Preview
GREETINGS HS HOOPS JUNKIES FROM ACROSS THE COLD AND DREARY PIEDMONT! THE SADSTER IS HERE TO RELEASE HIS LONG-AWAITED POWER 6 8A/7A CONFERENCE PREVIEW. THE OL’ CUBIC ZIRCONIA BALL (CAN’T AFFORD CRYSTAL) IS WARMED UP AND IS READY TO REVEAL THE ORDER OF FINISH MONTHS BEFORE THE END OF THE SEASON. LAST SEASON SAW THE NORTH MECK VIKINGS “RING UP” AN UNEXPECTED BACK-TO-BACK...
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Scouting Spotlight: New Names from the Grind Session
The Grind Session continues to be a proving ground for emerging talent, and this past week proved once again that new names are ready to step into the spotlight. From under-the-radar prospects showing notable growth to first-time standouts making strong initial impressions, the court was filled with players who demanded attention through production, competitiveness, and impact on both ends....
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2027 Yohane Kabongo Showing Big Potential at DME | Scouting Breakdown
Player: Yohane KabongoClass: 2027Height: 6’9School: DME Academy Tuning in recently at the Grind Session, DME Academy was a team of interest to check out; a team with a few familiar faces and a few new ones to learn. A roster with talent, led by star prospect Ryan Hampton, DME Academy brings a roster that should garner the attention of college coaches at multiple levels. A player of interest,...
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Coach Chris Ewell: A Rising Star
For years, one of the biggest questions in high school basketball circles has been: Where will the next wave of young coaches come from? Fortunately, one of the brightest rising stars in the coaching profession is right here in our own backyard. At just 29 years old, Coach Chris Ewell has quickly established himself as one of the most promising young coaches in North...
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Eyes on the 828: Can’t-Miss Storylines at the Phenom 828 Showcase
The Phenom 828 Showcase at Maiden High School is shaping up to be a must-watch weekend filled with compelling storylines and high-level competition. With programs from across the region converging on the floor, this event will spotlight rising prospects ready to introduce themselves, established standouts aiming to build on strong early-season momentum, and teams looking to make statements...
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Cresset Christian on the Rise
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Greensboro Day School in the heart of Greensboro, North Carolina, for our Freddy Johnson Showcase. This event brings us back to the famous Dillard Gymnasium, where we’ve hosted a ton of noteworthy games throughout the years. Saturday was no different. There were multiple highly entertaining contests (including one of the best matchups of the year) and...
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Calvary Day Highlighting a Variety of College Pieces
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Greensboro Day School in the heart of Greensboro, North Carolina, for our Freddy Johnson Showcase. This event brings us back to the famous Dillard Gymnasium, where we’ve hosted a ton of noteworthy games throughout the years. Saturday was no different. There were multiple highly entertaining contests (including one of the best matchups of the year) and...
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Effortlessly Dominant: Forsyth Country Day’s Quest to Perfection
The ever-changing high school basketball landscape is full of surprises from one year to the next. While there is a general idea of which teams and players will be relevant, certain teams simply outperform all expectations. This rings especially true for the private school sector, where most of the same programs contend every year. Anyone who deviates from the norm will be obvious. Although...
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Sad Sam’s First Furious 5 Rankings
GREETINGS HS HOOPS JUNKIES FROM ACROSS THE HALL-DECKING PIEDMONT! THE GREAT ONE IS HERE TO ONCE AGAIN KICK OFF THE SEASON WITH HIS FIRST FURIOUS 5 RANKINGS OF THE YEAR. THE FURIOUS 5 CONSISTS OF PUBLIC SCHOOL TEAMS IN THE 8A, 7A, AND 6A CLASSES IN MECKLENBURG OR COUNTIES WITH SPLIT CONFERENCES THAT HAVE TEAMS THAT BORDER MECKLENBURG. THE FIRST RANKINGS ARE A REFLECTION OF WHERE...
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