SUMMER GRIND EVENT RECAPS
2025 Jaylen Cross continues to stay humble throughout the process
By: Nailah Thomas 2025 Jaylen Cross simply loves the game of basketball, as he continues to show and play throughout the summer. Playing with Team D. Will at the Phenom Summer Grind, he simply put on a show; whether it was his 70-point output or his 33-point showing vs. the Durham Hurricanes, Cross’ love of the game just can be seen. The start of the game was pretty slow for Team D. Will...
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Tony’s Hidden Treasures: Phenom Summer Grind
2024 5
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Jaylen Cross Goes for 70, Dominates at Summer Grind
Special moments often occur when least expected. Think about Cleveland
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Player Standouts at Day Two Phenom Summer Grind
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Summer Grind
2027 Seth Woodard (Dillard Elite): Woodard has a very good showing on Day 2, as he helped big time for his team to a victory. His sheer presence down in the paint, his activity on the boards on both sides, creating second-chance opportunities, and finishing with touch is what helped his team in a HUGE way to a victory. 2027 Jack Gruendel (Upward Stars Carolina): Gruendel is one that played well...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Grind
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Reece
2026 Noah Dobyns (NC Spartans) Potential is one of the most exciting things to look at in young prospects, and it
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Summer Grind (Part 2)
2026 Carter Bullock (Team Jumpstart): Bullock is one that I would continue to monitor for sure. He has the size that you like at 6
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Summer Grind (Part 1)
2029 Bryson Faulkwarner (Team United): Faulkwarner had a tremendous weekend last week and did so again here at the Summer Grind. Really good feel for the game at his age and can be a tough matchup with his ability to step out and knock down shots, as well as use his size to be a force around the basket. One to certainly watch as he grows up and develops. 2029 Maddox McNeil (Team Rise): McNeil...
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Bendel
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops returned to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina to conclude the month of July with our annual Summer Grind. While the vast majority of programs are utilizing this period to rest and recover, there were still plenty of guys who couldn
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Phenom Spotlight: 2024 6
Player: Erich HardingClass: 2024Height: 6
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POB
Another event is in the books and even though the LIVE period has ended, that doesn't mean the competition and talent stopped. There were so many players that played extremely well but these were the guys that stood out in my eyes of the ones that I viewed in Rock Hill.
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Summer Grind Championship: 17u Division
Charlotte Guards vs. NLPB RR It was the final game of the event, as the 17u Division brought two strong teams together to duke it out on the court. A ton of talent was on display but it was the Charlotte Guards that looked to come out and make a statement quickly, jumping out to a double-digit halftime lead led by Chance Morrow and Logan Blair. They continued to expand their lead up...
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Summer Grind Championship: 16u Division
Showtime Elite vs. York County Legends We keep rolling through an awesome weekend and handing out some hardware to teams, as we had another intense battle between two talented groups. Showtime Elite and York County Legends went at it all throughout, trading blows and honestly never letting either one run away with the game. Alusine Borrie was really strong and active in the first...
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 2)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 2022 5
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Noah’s Hoopers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 2)
By: Noah Hooper 5
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Summer Grind Championship: 15u Division
Hoop Wall Street vs. Triad Hornets These championship games have been off the charts at the Summer Grind and it seemed to be the same between Hoop Wall Street and Triad Hornets. Triad though came out strong, looking to make a statement, and that they did, going up 34-20 at halftime. Cameron Flippen got it started while Sofiyah Ounarou chipped in as well for the Hornets, while Iverson King led...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Summer Grind
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Summer Grind Championship: 14u Division
SWV Hustle vs. CSB Elite 2026 The championship matchups continued here at the Summer Grind, as the 14u division got underway. Two young but very talented teams squared off to take home some recognition. It was a high-scoring affair in the first half, with both teams trading baskets. But it was CSB
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Summer Grind Championship: 12u/13u Division
Carolina Impact vs. Carolina Rockets National 2026 It was the start of championship Sunday in Rock Hill for the Phenom Summer Grind, as we got a chance to showcase some of the young talent on the arena floor. Playing on the big stage, these young, rising prospects gave us a good one, as they competed all throughout. Carolina Impact came out strong to jump out to an early lead by it...
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 2)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6
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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1: Part 2)
by: Ethan Reece 2026s Jaquan Clay and Cole Cloer (Carolina Rockets)Can
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Noah’s Hoopers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 2)
By: Noah Hooper 5
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 3)
2023 Trey Green (Team EAT): Green came through Rock Hill and once again showed why he is a hot target for so many schools and that should only continue to grow. Green
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6
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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1:Part 1)
By: Ethan Reece 2021 6
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Noah’s Hoopers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 1)
Iverson King By: Noah Hooper 5
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 2)
Will Jenkins 2022 Will Jenkins (Team EAT): Jenkins simply plays with a fire in his game. He always plays hard, is a vocal leader, and absolutely love how he gets after it on the defensive end. He is an in-your-face, scrappy, hard-nosed defender that likes to be a pest for an opponent. Offensively, Jenkins is strong with the ball in creating space while finding his teammates. He...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1, Part 1)
JJ Moore 2024 Mony Day (Charlotte Dragons): Though young and playing up, Day has a superb start to his day. He played with terrific pace and feel, being patient on the floor, picking his spots, and showing a nice understanding of his scoring ability. He stayed aggressive, penetrating the lane, showing touch on his floater or not shying away from contact and getting to the line. 2023 Owen Elliott...
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Summer Grind Player Reports
Mid-State Magic Sports 17U Trey Cousins 6
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