SC TOP 80 EVENT RECAPS
SC Top 80 Raises $2100 for Hurricane Florence Relief Fund
In the wake of the disaster that Hurricane Florence left behind in the Carolinas. Phenom Hoop Report has partnered with the Americares Foundation for this worthy cause. Using the 4th Annual SC Top 80 as an eventual platform, Phenom Hoop Report used the gate receipts and donations. $2100.00 was raised from the SC Top 80 and a total of $2875.00 has been raised thus far. Our goal is to raise...
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SC Top 80 Award Winners
The 4th Annual SC Top 80 took place at the beautiful gymnasium of Lexington High School. To put it simply, the state of South Carolina has a deep and loaded list of collegiate level prospects. Known for being a “football” state, the state of South Carolina is quickly changing its reputation and becoming a hotbed for talent. The 4th Annual SC Top 80 showcased the top players in the...
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South Carolina Top 80 Recaps — 2019 Quick Hitters
CLICK HERE to Watch Archived Full Game Video via Baller TV 6’ Mason Carver (Lexington HS) – Played downhill on both ends of the floor. Defended the point of attack very well, very tough. Got to the rim regularly. 6’ Isaiah Archie (Oceanside Collegiate) – Quick on quick lead guard. Really played aggressively but with a great pace. Scored and distributed well and defended the point of...
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Jamie’s List of 5: 4th Annual South Carolina Top 80
The 4th Annual South Carolina Top 80 went off without a hitch. In fact, the talent level there was as good as any Top 80 we have had. The high level, known, players came out and set the tone, but it was the depth of players that really opened eyes. With over 35 college coaches in the stands watching, the players went all out from the skills and drills into the games. With so many standouts it...
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Phenom Hoop Report Hurricane Florence Relief Fund
COLUMBIA, SC – In the wake of the disaster that Hurricane Florence left behind in the state of South Carolina, Phenom Hoops will be partnering with the Americares Foundation in donating proceeds from the South Carolina Top 80 to their efforts in South Carolina. The Americares Foundation’s mission statement is to save lives and improves health for people affected by poverty or disaster so...
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South Carolina’s Top Exposure Event is as Talented as Ever
The South Carolina Top 80 is widely regarded as the top exposure camp in the state of South Carolina. The 4th Annual event has built a major reputation of bringing in the top talent from around the state to compete under one roof. This year, the star-studded event will be as good as ever. A lot of that has to do with having the best talent the state has seen in the past thirty to forty years....
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Jamie’s List of 5: SC’s 2021 Class is Ready to Draw National Attention — Part 2
Last week our Jeff Bendel wrote an article titled “South Carolina’s 2021 Class Ready to Draw National Attention”. This was a great take, as this class is especially deep, at all levels, with elite level talent as well as a depth of overall Division 1 talent. Bendel went through five names that he thought should grab national attention and national rankings. However, these five names do not tell...
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John Butler Jr. is a Truly Unique Talent
Ask anyone around the state and they will tell you that John Butler Jr. is next up. If the recent run of talent tells you anything, coming from the state of South Carolina, that means something. Recently, South Carolina has produced some major talent. Especially the top player in each class, has been considered among the top prospects in the country. The likes of Sindarius Thornwell and LJ Peak,...
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A Look Back: My 2017 South Carolina Top 80 Team
Last September, Phenom Hoops traveled Lexington, South Carolina for the prestigious Top 80 Exposure Camp. The camp was absolutely loaded with talent at all classes and positions. I personally had the pleasure of coaching one of the most talented squads at the entire event and this article will take a deeper dive into those prospects’ growth over the eight months. The guards on this team ran...
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4-Star DJ Burns Calls it For Tennessee
DJ Burns wrapped up his recruitment yesterday evening at his graduation party. Burns graduated from York Prep a year early and signed his papers to attend the University of Tennessee. Burns was a consensus Top 75 prospect in the 2019 class with offers from all over the country. The high academic Burns wanted to go ahead and wrap things up and chose Tennessee over hometown school the University...
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Another Mid to High Major 2019 SC Prospect No One is Talking About…Yet
It is always fun coming across an unknown player. Especially for college coaches, it is a great feeling to find a player that is good enough, but you won’t have to fight for. Schools outside of the Carolinas region have enjoyed the fruits of recruiting the state of South Carolina recently because of this…South Carolina is a completely untapped state in terms of having immense basketball...
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Unknown 6’7″ South Carolina Junior Has All The Tools
Juwan Perdue has all the tools to be a high-level wing. He has the skill set to slide up to the four or down to the two. In fact, his game was so loud and in your face at Phenom’s Low Country Showcase, the opposing team’s coach (who plays a national type schedule) thought Perdue was a Top 100 player and would have numerous high major offers. The South Carolina junior was that good. Perdue is a...
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The Story … Elite Basketball Player is So Far Under the Radar
With the basketball in his hands, Mikey Dukes is the fastest player we have seen in a long time. It’s no wonder that he has amassed 4,341 yards and 74 touchdowns over his last two seasons (YES 2! Seasons) on the football field. He currently carries offers from the likes of South Carolina, Arkansas, North Carolina, Virginia Tech, Indiana, Wake Forest and more on the football field. However, he...
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Mikey Dukes is A Power 5 Prospect in Multiple Sports
Just yesterday First Baptist of Charleston junior Mikey Dukes received his eighth offer from the University of Arkansas. You see, Dukes is one of the more coveted running backs in the nation for the 2019 class. Already his offer sheet includes teams making him a priority across the ACC, SEC and Big 10 with more and more coming every day. The unique part of this story is that Mikey Dukes is also...
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Unsigned Seniors Pt 3: Names Coaches need to know
As we get deeper into the season and approach the late signing period for the 2018 cycle coaches at every level will be on the lookout for late gems to boost incomplete recruiting classes. With so much unsigned talent to cover we’re gonna go a little more in depth in part three and look at some seniors really hooping as we near the holidays. 1. Kyron Gray 6’7 Position: Forward School: Hartsville...
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Chick-Fil-A Day 3-Part 3 – Porter Gaud vs. Gray Collegiate
From the Sideline Chick-fil-A Day 3 “Overtime Friday” Part 3 When you have a great tournament with great teams the result is often a day of great games and that’s exactly what we had at the third day of competition at the Chick Fil A. Three games went into overtime and the action was fast-paced, intense, and exciting. Now, let’s take a closer look at some of the top performances and games of the...
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Elite Status Potential in Basketball…No Football…No Basketball…
Elite Status Potential in Basketball…No Football…No Basketball… 6’6” 2020 Jordan Burch of Hammond (SC) Sophomore Jordan Burch is already being recruited at the highest level for football. He is thought of as a Top 100 prospect type as a Defensive End/Tight End. The 265 pound Burch carries early offers from the likes of South Carolina, Clemson, Georgia, UNC, Oregon, Wake Forest,...
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From the Sideline – Chick-fil-A Day 1 – Part 2
From the Sideline Chick-fil-A Day 1 Part 2 The first day of the Chick-fil-A features teams from the state of the South Carolina. In the past, those games may not have garnished the media attention and sellout crowds. Once known as a football state, South Carolina is quickly becoming a hotbed for basketball and last night was a perfect example. In addition, Frank Martin (South Carolina), Buzz...
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Unsigned Senior Coaches Need to Know – 6’7″ Jamonty Williams of Wilson (SC)
6’7” Unsigned Senior Jamonty Williams Wilson (Florence, SC) Williams has been a player we have had our eye on for a couple of years. He first came to a Phenom Hoops event the summer before his sophomore year and has been a staple at numerous events since. Each time he has come, we have walked away impressed with what Williams has shown us as he has seemed to get better each time out. Last season...
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Name to Know: 6’9″ Unsigned Senior Robert Braswell of Blythewood HS (Blythewood, SC)
6’8” Unsigned Senior Robert Braswell Blythewood High School (Blythewood, SC) He stands 6’9” with a wing span approaching 7’. Robert Braswell was the South Carolina High School League 5A high jump champion with a 6’6” jump. Putting basketball ability aside Braswell is a physical freak and that is a sure thing. Once you get past the incredible physical gifts that Braswell has, you see his skill...
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Name to Know: 6’1″ 2019 Zeb Graham of Nation Ford (Fort Mill, SC)
6’1” 2019 Zeb Graham Nation Ford (Fort Mill, SC) Graham carries a 3.7 grade point average, that is high level stuff. However, it is on the basketball court where Graham really sticks out among his peers. As a sophomore, the 6’1” guard averaged 17 points, 4.2 assists and 3.1 rebounds per game. Although he has terrorized South Carolina High School basketball at the highest level (5A), Graham is...
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Player to Know: 6’2″ 2019 Travion McCray of Village Christian (Fayetteville, NC)
6’2” 2019 Travion McCray Village Christian (Fayetteville, NC) McCray has put up numbers at every stop along the way for numerous years at the varsity level. He has done so with sheer toughness and athleticism, but mainly it has been the chip on his shoulder that he plays with. McCray is a tough on the ball defender, he picks up his man full court and uses quick feet and his athleticism to...
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Freddy Johnson Approaches Milestone 1000 Career Wins
Greensboro Day School’s Head Boys Basketball Coach, Freddy Johnson, Approaches Milestone Win #1000 Greensboro, NC — Greensboro Day School’s Boys Basketball Coach, Freddy Johnson, is working towards his 1,000th career win with his next victory. On Tuesday, November 21, the GDS boys’ basketball team defeated Charlotte Latin for Coach Johnson’s 999th career win. With the next victory,...
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From the Bleachers: George Glymph Fall League (Part 3)
From the Bleachers George Glymph Fall League (Columbia, SC) Part 3 Combo Guards October 18, 2017 was a basketball feast. With the basketball season getting into full swing, the George Glymph Fall League provided a nice early appetizer for the NBA entrée of games later that night. Again, many of the Midlands’ best ballers gathered to represent a few of the area’s best programs at the Cardinal...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 7 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 7 Coach: Christian Savage #7: 5’9 ’21 James Lovorn III of TL Hanna (Anderson) Starting things off, we look at a player that displayed a great maturity and understanding of the game, James Lovorn III. He’s a point guard with natural instincts to lead a team and control the tempo, able to create well for others in the half court or in transition. Lovorn sees all the...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 8 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 8 Coach: Jeff Bendel #8: 5’8 ’21 Jalon Robertson of Greenville Charter (Greenville) We start by looking at a very young player that is as gritty and chippy as they come, Jalon Robertson. Though small, Robertson displayed a pretty tight handle throughout camp, constantly looking for teammates and the best play available. He’s crafty and can wiggle his way by defenders,...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 9 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 9 Recaps #16 5’11” 2018 Jermaine Patterson of Bluffton HS (Bluffton, SC) Patterson is a great leader, players naturally gravitate toward him and what he is saying. Not only is he tough minded but he is jet-quick with great footwork which keeps in him the paint and makes him a tenacious on the ball defender. Patterson’s camp coach stated, “Jermaine is a quick...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 10 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 10 Coach: Anthony Bellamy #10: Joseph Powell First Baptist Church North Charleston, SC This kid brings so much energy in when he gets on the floor and somehow gets his team to turn-up their intensity. He has a great attitude and he is so coachable. What stands out about Joesph is his IQ. You can really this come out on the offensive where he understands pace and floor...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 11 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 11 Recaps Coach Bronal Gary #11 5’10” 2018 Trevor Wright of Hilton Head HS (Hilton Head, SC) Wright is a exceptional player at the point guard position. He is a good pull-up jump shooter as well as a good catch and shoot player. Wright’s camp coach stated, “If you give Trevor a little bit of space, more than likely, his shot is going to go in. He has a great...
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South Carolina Top 80: Team 12 Evaluations
South Carolina Top 80 Team 12 Recaps #12 5’11” 2019 Marcus Benjamin of York Prep (Lake Wylie, SC) Benjamin came into camp with a lot of energy and showed a lot of effort throughout. He is a good defender and a vocal leader on that end of the floor. Benjamin’s camp coach stated, “Marcus is an active on the ball defender. He talked and moved his feet very well on that end of the floor. Good...
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