STAY POSITIVE CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS
Electric guard with Energy: 2025 Amare Anderson
Player: Amare AndersonClass: 2025Height: 6’2AAU: Team CharlotteSchool: Greer HS (SC) The Class of 2025 will be having all eyes their way this summer, and we are here to say that there is a guard down in South Carolina that should be garnering more attention his way. 2025 6’2 Amare Anderson is a player that may go a bit under the radar, but is coming off an incredible high school season and...
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6’5 ’26 Cameron Thompson (Team Charlotte) After a strong showing throughout the weekend, it should come as no surprise to see Thompson’s name listed here. He’s always made a lasting impression through his defense, rebounding, and general athleticism. However, it’s clear that Thompson is making strides as an offensive cog. He highlighted improvements as a ball-handler, passer, and all-around...
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6’0 ’27 Brayden Gatling (SW15H Elite) It doesn’t take long to recognize Gatling as a leader for SW15H Elite’s 2027 group. Although they’ve clearly grown as a collective, he’s simply the guy that makes them go. Gatling is a natural leader whose combination of IQ, toughness, and competitiveness allows him to set the tone in a variety of different ways. He possesses the necessary quickness and...
read moreBendel’s Best: Stay Positive
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled out to the Rise Sports Indoor Facility for our annual Stay Positive Classic. The two-day event featured a variety of entertaining teams and players, and allowed for numerous takeaways. Rosters are starting to get more solidified, players are finding their individual comfort zone, and teams appear to be (generally) improving each week. The month of May...
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6’3 ’24 Keveon Rodgers (Big Business Ballerz) Although there are a ton of quality contributors on this Big Business Ballerz squad, Rodgers seemed to stand out as the primary leader on countless occasions. He’s a strong, physically overwhelming wing/forward prospect with the necessary IQ and versatility to dominate a game. Rodgers is an excellent passer who looks to set up others at every...
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5’6 ’27 Corey Kinard (Strong Center) Though he was among the youngest players on display, it was easy to be impressed with Kinard throughout this viewing. His production is predictably appealing, but the intangibles are arguably what make him such an enticing long-term prospect. Kinard is very smart and patient with the ability to consistently create for himself and others. He displays a...
read moreMaking Noise Across State Lines: B.Maze Elite BJ
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops held our annual Stay Positive Classic in the Rise Indoor Facility in Advance, North Carolina. There was a ton of buzz surrounding the event, as excitement swirled for spectators and college coaches alike. While many of the top performing teams and players were expected, B.Maze Elite BJ surprised plenty of folks with their tough, competitive makeup throughout the...
read moreMore Than Deserving: 6’6 2022 Josh Scovens
Each year, the high school basketball scene doubles as somewhat of a revolving door for incoming and outgoing prospects. Whether staying put, transferring to other programs, or advancing their game to the collegiate level, the overall movement within the landscape actively allows for guys to maximize changes by establishing themselves in an entirely different light. That being said, Josh Scovens...
read moreTeam Rogue: Disciplined, Skilled, and Unselfish
Although the grassroots landscape feels substantially different than in years past, programs have still found ways to adapt and prepare for the upcoming LIVE periods. The popularity of North Carolina-based teams is widely known and acknowledged throughout the region. Fortunately, our events allow us to see new faces and get updated viewings for prospects outside of the Carolinas. Take Team Rogue...
read moreBendel’s Best: Unsigned Seniors from Phenom Stay Positive Classic
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops returned to the travel ball scene with another exciting grassroots event. We were stationed at the new Rise Indoor Facility in Advance, North Carolina, which already seems more than likely to become a major basketball hub over the foreseeable future. The combination of atmosphere and overall talent led to a ton of standouts, competitive battles, and general buzz...
read moreThe Returning Core of Garner Road 2023
Each year, many players filter in and out of travel ball programs on a pretty regular basis. It’s widely become the new norm to see key pieces depart from their respective teams for the next best situation. However, Garner Road has always taken pride on being a program with the ability to keep most of their main pieces. While there will always be exceptions to the rule, the core within their...
read moreMy challenge to you coach
We will be releasing the Phenom 3G schedule on Wednesday. It’s a sold out event and wanted to mention a few things to you. First of all, please take the time to read about the Stay Positive (Give God Glory) Stay Positive Story – Eric Day Proceeds and donations from this event will be made to the Stay Positive Foundation. However, it goes much deeper than that. A coach will impact more...
read moreJalen Cone Vs. Shakeel Moore Head 2 Head!! … The AAU Season is OFFICIALLY Here!!
Jalen Cone and Shakeel Moore are two of the most electric players in North Carolina. It just so happens they are from the same area, play the same position and are in the same class.
read moreIs Team Winston the Best Non-Circuit Team in North Carolina'! College Guys EVERYWHERE!
Team Winston has a long-standing tradition of success, not only on the floor but also in putting kids in college. This 2019 version of the team may be their best yet.
read moreJake Ledbetter Makes EVERYONE Better!! Cason Pierce SHOWED OUT!! NC Spartans RAW Highlights
Both juniors are coming straight off a state championship winning runs with their high schools, Jake Ledbetter with Bishop McGuiness and Cason Pierce with Greensboro Day.
read moreJaden Seymour is ELITE Defender!!! Team Charlotte Forward About BREAK OUT This Summer!!
6'8" Jaden Seymour already carries NC State and Virginia Tech offers... However, that is about to change.
read moreTeam Felton Got ALL the JUICE at #PhenomStayPositive!! Jalen Cone Silas Mason Ricky Council & MORE!!
Team Felton is one of the premier programs in North Carolina ... Raymond Felton's program is a prominent team on the Under Armour Circuit putting numerous players D1 every year.
read more“BODIED!” Jajuan Carr Catches Defender Sleeping … Takes Over Phenom Stay Positive!!
It is no secret by now, Jajuan Carr is a big-time point guard. People are talking he is North Carolina's Top PG in the 2020 class.
read moreSmoke Hodges, Jacob Morgan & Michael Dulin lead Carolina Riptide to ANOTHER TITLE!!
Some mom and pop teams just got it. They got chemistry, they're well coached, they play for one another. Carolina Riptide exudes just this.
read moreSaiquone Harris & AJ Thompson Put ALL D1s on Notice!! Deadly Duo TAKE OVER #PhenomStayPositive
The April Pre-Live Period is set for Breakouts ... With Phenom Hoops, there is no better stage to perform on. 6'4" 2020 point guard AJ Thompson and 6'7" 2020 wing Saiquone Harris took advantage of this stage and made sure these D1 coaches new their names.
read moreThe Team CP3 SHOW … Featuring Cam Hayes, Shakeel Moore, Dontrez Styles & MORE!
Chris Paul's AAU program Team CP3 has been a staple in North Carolina. Not only in North Carolina, but they have been a mainstay in Peach Jam on the EYBL. Regularly churning out talent, this team is no different.
read moreJuice All-Stars should have college coaches lining the baseline to watch
Each and every weekend at Phenom Hoops, it provides our scouts, coaches, and fans to look at some of the next upcoming talents but it also provides a platform for players who haven’t received the attention they deserve to shine. At the Phenom Stay Positive, players took advantage of the platform but it is rare that a whole team has talent that should be tracking on so many levels for college...
read moreNorth Carolina’s BEST Shot Blocker IS Kharye Cayne!
Rim protection one of the most translatable skills from level to level, it is because of this (and its rarity among prospects) it is one of the most highly coveted skill traits for high school prospects today.
read moreEye Catchers from the Phenom Stay Positive (Part III)
It has been a great event this weekend in Greensboro, as players have shown up and competed all throughout the event. Some players have caught the eyes of our scouts, but here are a few quick notes from some of the players we have seen. 2023 5’8 Trey Green (Team Charlotte 15u) Being such a young prospect, he brings poise and understanding at a high level early on in his career, which is one...
read morePhenom Stay Positive Round Table (Recap)
Jamie Shaw and Miles Masercola sits down to discuss their thoughts from the Phenom Stay Positive.
read morePhenom Stay Positive 16u/17u Bronze Championship (Full Court vs NC Go Hard)
Check out the recap from Phenom Stay Positive in Greensboro, as Full Court took on NC Go Hard on Sunday.
read morePhenom Stay Positive 17U Sec Silver Championship (Carolina Crossovers Elite vs Pro Skills Winston Salem)
Check out the championship recap as Carolina Crossovers and Pro Skills Winston Salem met up at the Phenom Stay Positive..
read moreTeam Winston Brings Gold Back to the Tre-4
Team Winston brought the 17U gold back to the Tre-4 after a big win over the Greensboro Warriors, in what had the feel and intensity of a rivalry game. Greensboro, North Carolina- Both squads were well coached and disciplined on the floor, each squad also featured multiple unsigned seniors that range form Division I – Division III prospects. Coaches looking to make a late splash...
read moreDawkins’ Name’s To Know from the Phenom Stay Positive
There are a few names to know from the Phenom Stay Positive in Greensboro this past weekend, all making themselves noticed at NW Guilford.
read moreDawkins’ Standouts Day 2 of Phenom Stay Positive
Check out some of the standouts from Northwest Guilford on Day 2 of the Phenom Stay Positive.
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