Phenom Hoops College Basketball Coverage
2026 6’8 Julius Avent proves to be a force at the Top 100 Camp
The Top 100 Camp brought players all around the country to one gym in Rock Hill (SC), as they competed and proved to be some of the best talent around. There were plenty of high-level players in attendance who have already made a name for themselves, but others proved that they are recruits to look at more. One of those stock risers in my opinion was 2026 6’8 Julius Avent from Bergen Catholic...
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Did 2026 Latrell Allmond make his case to be a Top 25 prospect in the country?
The NBPA Top 100 Camp has come and gone in Rock Hill (SC), and there were plenty of big-time performances at the event. However, a few players took home the crown as some of the best talents on display, as they clearly made a statement throughout the camp. One of those players that stood out amongst the rest was 2026 Latrell Allmond, a familiar face with Phenom Hoops. Allmond is a prospect we...
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Could 2026 6’8 Quinn Costello see the biggest jump in the Class of 2026?
The NBPA Top 100 Camp has come and gone in Rock Hill (SC), and there are plenty of storylines from the event overall. Some of the top players from around the country took the courts to showcase their talent, catch the eyes of college coaches, and improve their stock. Though there were many that did just that, 2026 6’8 Quinn Costello may be the biggest riser from the event as he came out ready to...
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2026 Jyi Dawkins continues to see an uptick in his recruitment; talks newest offer and latest interests
Player: Jyi DawkinsClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Ben L. Smith Looking into the class of 2026 here in North Carolina, 2026 6’4 Jyi Dawkins has certainly been one that has been rising up the ranks and proving his game on the court. Dawkins has been leading the way this season for Garner Road, being a strong offensive creator and shot-maker on the floor. We recently wrote about his game in what we...
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2026 Ayden Johnson calls his future, commits to Merrimack
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see 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: Ayden JohnsonClass: 2026Committed to: Merrimack What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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2026 LJ Rush continues to flourish and impress on the court; discusses new offers and strong interests coming his way
One of the top guards in the state of North Carolina, 2026 LJ Rush came down to Rock Hill (SC) for the Phenom Summer Showcase and put on an impressive show. In watching him operate and dissect his opponents on the court, it was easy to see why schools are making him a primary target in the Class of 2026. Patrick O’Brien/ Phenom Hoops were able to catch up with the point guard from 1-of-1 Elite...
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Arizona State the first to offer 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed (Howard Pulley), other high-major schools looking his way
Player: Mustafa MohamedClass: 2027Height: 6’10School: South Saint Paul An intriguing prospect out of Minnesota, 2027 6’10 Mustafa Mohamed has been catching some eyes with his play and overall intrigue. A lengthy wing that can score at the rim, make plays off the bounce, and score in a variety of ways, while also being a versatile overall piece on the court, Mohamed is able to flourish in an...
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Theo Edema Becoming a Priority for Blue Blood Programs
No matter how much basketball trends towards a perimeter-based game, big men will always be incredibly vital. The traditional post-up player might be a dying breed but there’s still an abundance of highly impactful rebounders, rim protectors, and interior scorers at every level. This is no secret to college coaches, which is why Theo Edema (2027) is rapidly blowing up as a prime target for...
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Utah and Houston entering the mix for 2026 Josiah Sanders; discusses schools looking to visit
2026 Josiah Sanders has been a proven prospect over the years and is ranked by outlets as a Top-100 prospect, especially with his combination of size, feel, versatility, and overall skillset on the court. Holding multiple D1 offers from all over the country, Patrick O’Brien with Phenom Hoops caught up with Sanders at the Phenom Summer Showcase to see who has been making him a priority and a few...
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2026 Kohl Rosario becoming one of the hottest targets in the country; sets multiple visits in the next month
2026 Kohl Rosario entered the picture here in North Carolina just over a year ago and has made the biggest impression on scouts and college coaches so far. From holding a few offers to now being sought after by bluebloods, Rosario has been a hot topic for many. We spoke with Rosario to learn about the latest. Phenom Scouting Report: “Big fan of 2026 Kohl Rosario (CP3 EYBL 2026). He is going to...
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Kansas sends new offers out to 2027 Theo Edema and 2026 Trey Thompson
The recruiting world has been heating up this past month, as players from all over the country have been talking and earning offers from schools all over. Over the last day, Kansas has been making its mark with offers to a few familiar faces. 2027 7’0 Theo Edema and 2026 6’8 Trey Thompson recently announced that they had earned an offer from the Jayhawks. These two are familiar faces with Phenom...
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2026 6’6 Aaron Ekwere continuing to see an uptick in his recruitment
One of the best players that we saw at the Phenom MDC was 2026 Aaron Ekwere from GA Stunners. The 6’6 prospect was able to flourish and show why D1 schools of all levels are looking to recruit him, as he brought a strong blend of playmaking, facilitating, athleticism, scoring impact, and defensive presence. We were able to catch up with Ekwere about some of the latest going on, as he has...
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2025 Brett Freeman heading to Blacksburg, commits to Virginia Tech
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or see 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: Brett FreemanClass: 2025Committed to: Virginia Tech What Has Been Said by Phenom...
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Latest Recruiting News: Offers Rolling Out for Players Around
It was a busy week and we have just gotten started, as offers have been rolling out with several familiar faces around. We hope to provide a list of new offers that have gone out from the Phenom G3 Live, along with some of the other offers that have gone out with players around the area. Phenom G3 Live 2026 Chaise Smith (Team Wall) received an offer from Shaw 2026 Connor Lavin (Team Loaded)...
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Phenom Player Profile: 2028 Tai Bell (Mater Lakes)
Player: Tai BellClass: 2028Height: 6’3School: Mater LakesAAU: SOH Elite Down in Florida, 2028 6’3 Tai Bell from Mater Lakes is quickly becoming a name worth monitoring early on, as he has been catching the attention of many early on. After an impressive freshman season in which he averaged 26ppg, Bell is now focused on showing more of his game this summer on the big stage. The dynamic two-way...
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