PHENOM HOOPS NATIONAL HS SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS
Making a Name for Themselves: Phenom Challenge (Class of 2026)
2026 Dillon Mason (Upward Stars Carolina): Mason introduced himself more with Phenom Hoops at the event, as the 6’4 prospect seems to be just scratching the surface of what he could be in the end. He really was able to shine on both sides of the ball, using his size well, being active on the glass, showing his ability to step out, having the ability to get downhill and finish, and simply being...
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Start Looking at More: Phenom Challenge (Class of 2025)
2025 DaRon Dunbar (Stars Gold): Dunbar consistently has gotten it done and does so in a variety of ways. Dunbar brings a nice blend of physicality, ability to create, and skill to the court that can’t be denied. However you play him, he can find ways to produce, whether it is using his physical frame to body defenders up and finish around the basket, showcasing athleticism out in transition, and...
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Putting in the Hard Work: Isaiah Sy
Going back not long ago, Phenom Hoops introduced and talked on several occasions Isaiah Sy, who was playing at Combine Academy. He was an intriguing prospect for sure with his 6’7 frame and shot-making ability, but he still went a bit under the radar. But he has a story to share that I believe shares more about the hard work he has put in, taking advantage of the opportunity in front of...
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Cap City Charlotte Making Its Mark This Summer – AAU Highlights
A team that has been making its mark here in North Carolina, especially with Phenom Hoops to start the summer. With a few unsigned seniors and prospects in the class of 2024, this is a group that deserves attention from college coaches. Make sure you subscribe to the #PhenomHoops YouTube...
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Bendel’s Best: Hoop State Challenge
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to Bermuda Run (and Spartanburg) to host another event loaded with next-level talent. Between the prospects, competition, and college coaches in the building, there was a lot of notable takeaways. We were able to get our first look at several programs while getting more familiar with those who have already played over the last month. The three-day stretch...
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Stock Continuing to Rise: 2025 6’7 Robert Moore (Upward Stars)
Player: Robert MooreClass: 2025Height: 6’7AAU: Upward Stars What Was Said at Phenom Challenge: “Moore was simply off the charts, and I hope this was a wake-up call for schools to pay attention his way more. The 6’7 prospect was lighting it up from all over the court, especially early on showing his range from behind the arc. Shot the ball well, had fluid release, had a ton of confidence, and was...
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Phenom Challenge: Unsigned Seniors Still Available
2024 Owen Stewart (NLE): Out of all the seniors on the list, Stewart was the one that impressed me throughout the event and should be a player for a program still looking for size and shot-making. Stewart is a 6’5 guard who really shined in his ability to play on and off the ball. He understands how to find the open spots on the floor, can knock down shots comfortably from behind the arc or with...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Challenge
Check out the players that really impressed down in South Carolina at the Phenom Challenge.
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at the Phenom Challenge
2024 Owen Stewart (NLE): Though it was the first game of the day, Stewart really grabbed my attention with just how smoothly he operated and his effortless ability to knock down shots. Good size for his positions, Stewart was able to get to his spots well and knocked down shots with a fluid release and range, hitting multiple threes. But he also moved well without the ball, made plays off the...
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Kevin’s Players to Know: 4.19.23
By: Kevin Moses Adel AmparoTwitter: @adelamparo0Height: 6ft, 158Class of 2028 School: Hayward High School, WI Amparo is an eclectic young baller and all-around shooter with a beautiful touch from downtown. Lethal when he is open. And loves the catch-and-shoot off outlets from rebounds from outside. But quick off the bounce and a fierce finisher. at the rim, even through contact. And a baseline...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Jack Kaley
By: Kevin Moses Jack Kaley Twitter: @jackkaleyHeight: 6’3, 180Class of 2025School: Lake Howell High School, FL Kaley takes a lot of pride in his ability to score at all three levels and has one of the nastiest mid-range games in the country. A knockdown shooter from 3 at a high-level, and electric getting to the basket. Jack is a DOG on defense and a pest causing havoc to guards. Last season,...
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Is GG Jackson the Biggest Steal from the 2023 NBA Draft?
Each year, the NBA Draft is one of the biggest events in sports—especially from a non-competition standpoint. Teams researching, hosting workouts, and eventually expending valuable draft picks in hopes of netting a franchise cornerstone. It’s no secret that the upcoming draft is widely seen as the weakest talent pool in over 20 years (likely since 2000), which is why every lottery team should be...
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Updated Grades for the 2023 NBA Rookie Class
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2024 6’3 Sam Wolff (DME) can be that late steal for a program
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Scholarship-Worthy Players Highlighting Stars Gold 17u Team
It was great to see our old friend back on the court, as the Stars Gold 17u continues to offer players from the state of South Carolina to check out. There are plenty of options, inside and out, that college coaches should take a look at and check out, as this is a program that should continue to prove itself this season. 2025 Reggie Mack2025 Yasir Cromer2025 Shannon Davis2025 Malachi Cooper2025...
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Twin Hoops 16U making waves in Virginia
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Keenan Wilkins commits to Charleston Southern
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees 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: Keenan WilkinsClass: 2024Committed to: Charleston Southern What Has Been Said:...
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Kevin’s Players to Know: 4.17.24
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Lady Phenom Rising Star: 2030 Myler Colegrove
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Phenom Grassroots TOC: Team Swish continuing its winning ways
Phenom Hoops continues to highlight teams and players from this past weekend, and a team that we are familiar with over the years had another strong showing. Team Swish is a program that has performed well under the Phenom Hoops landscape, and that didn’t change as they took home a championship. We learned a little about this year’s team but we are eager to check them out more this season....
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Young Names to Start Tracking: Phenom Grassroots TOC
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Making a Statement this Summer: Cap City Charlotte
Talk about a team that has been making their presence felt, as Cap City Charlotte has been making an early statement this summer. This is a team that has clearly put themselves as a team to watch this summer and provides scholarship-worthy prospects. They have taken on the challenges early on and proven themselves that they mean business. We break down a few prospects that...
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Walking His Own Path: 1-on-1 with Prince Nwokemodo
Last weekend at our Phenom Gate City Showcase, we had the opportunity to get an updated viewing of Prince Nwokemodo. The 6-foot-11 sophomore big man continues to showcase the makings of a noteworthy prospect. His combination of length, fluidity, athleticism, and interior ability on both ends of the floor makes him a real problem for opponents. Right now, Nokemodo finds a ton of success through...
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Time to Take Notice: NC Attack 17u
The #PhenomLadyRumble was a tremendous success and we couldn’t have been more excited to check out the talent throughout the weekend. Though several teams grabbed our attention along with players, the team that simply made a statement and proved themselves as a team to take notice of BIG time was NC Attack 17u. They walked away with the 17U Girls Championship, defeating a very good Palmetto...
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Team Takeover 2030 Dominates at Phenom 757 Showcase
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops made the trip up to Virginia Beach for our third annual 757 Showcase. The event featured a ton of notable teams, players, and offered several takeaways from the two-day stretch. Among those storylines, arguably none stood out more than Team Takeover 2030 (yes, sixth grade) and their pure annihilation of every opponent in their path. For those who have followed our...
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2025 Lauren Jacobs (Palmetto 76ers A’ja Wilson) proving to be special
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Sewer South 17u opens eyes at the Phenom Grassroots TOC
The Phenom Grassroots TOC was absolutely loaded, with hundreds of teams making their way over to South Carolina. In one of our biggest events, there are plenty of storylines to walk away from and Sewer South 17u was one that I was impressed with, especially learning more about and checking out new talent. This is a team that clearly should be earning more attention, and we are here to tell you...
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SW15H Elite proving to be a team of high interest this summer
This weekend brought a lot of talent to the courts down in South Carolina, and one of the premier teams that we were eager to see was SW15H Elite and they didn’t disappoint. They walked away with a championship from the event and proved that this is a team schools should be paying attention to all summer long. When you look at this group, this is a team that has players that can help future...
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Bendel’s Best: 757 Showcase
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops made the journey up to Virginia Beach to host our third annual 757 Showcase. The event featured a ton of new faces and noteworthy talent across all age groups. Several guys stood out across the two-day stretch, and this article will take a closer look at a few personal favorites… 5’10 ’25 Derek Ross Jr. (Wildcats Elite) Between social media and dozens of articles,...
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Crowning of Champions: Grassroots TOC/ Lady Rumble/ 757 Showcase
Phenom Grassroots TOC / Phenom Lady Rumble 17U Blue: SW15H Elite17U Orange: Team Swish17U White: Team White 11th House17U Girls: NC Attack 17U16U Blue: Middleton Hoops Elite 202616U Orange: Twin Hoops16U Girls: Palmetto 76ers A’ja Wilson Elite 16U15U Blue: Team Curry 202715U Orange: Palmetto City Hurricanes15U White: NC Raptors15U Girls: Palmetto 76ers A’ja WIlson 15u14U Blue:...
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