Phenom Hoops College Basketball Coverage
First of Many: 2028 Prospect Carter Smith Picks Up Syracuse Offer
Player: Carter SmithClass: 2028Height: 6’4School: Penn Charter Taking a look and learning more about players in the Class of 2028, we now check in and learn more about a rising guard up north in 2028 6’4 Carter Smith. Playing at Penn Charter, Smith recently made some waves with an impressive first offer from Syracuse. A bouncy prospect with a lot of promise, Smith had a strong overall...
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Familiar Faces Making Visits Over the Weekend: Latest Recruiting News
The recruiting trail continues to heat up, and this past weekend brought plenty of excitement with new offers, key visits, and emerging storylines that will shape the months ahead. From prospects picking up early high-major attention to others making impressions on campuses across the country, the buzz around the gym was undeniable. As programs look to lock in their future stars, several players...
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VCU lands big-time talent in 2026 6’9 Collin Ross
It was a good Labor Day weekend for VCU, as the Rams learned that they had landed a rising premier talent in 2026 6’9 Collin Ross from Spire Academy. Ross took an official visit this past weekend to VCU, and it must have done the trick, as he announced his commitment on Monday afternoon. Ross has been a player on the rise, garnering praise from many outlets for his ability to be a strong...
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Big Night for North Carolina Basketball with Bill Belichick’s UNC Debut
All eyes will be on North Carolina come Monday night, as the football team kicks off the season in what could be one of the biggest storylines of college football. Bill Belichick, possibly the greatest coach ever, will be making his debut for the Tar Heels on Monday night in Chapel Hill, and national eyes from around the world will be watching. However, though it is a big night for the program...
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UNC-Asheville continues to roll with commitment from 2026 Logan Johnson
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: Logan JohnsonClass: 2026Committed to: UNC-Asheville What Has Been Said by Phenom...
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2028 6’6 DJ Okoth Talks Recent Offer from Tennessee, Recruitment Early On
Player: DJ OkothClass: 2028Height: 6’6School: Barlett Starting to look more into the Class of 2028 around the nation, we recently were able to catch up with a premier prospect in the country in 2028 6’6 DJ Okoth from Barlett High School. Certainly a prospect that has been catching the eyes of many early on, Okoth recently added another big offer to his strong list already from Tennessee, giving...
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Big Weekend for Miami with Big-Time Prospects Coming into Town
Although the football season is about to begin, it appears that Miami will also have a big weekend in basketball, as two of the top prospects in the country are set to visit the Canes. 2026 Dylan Mingo and 2026 Deron Rippey Jr., two Top 10 prospects in the country, have announced that they will be on campus this weekend, getting a chance to check out the new staff down there. This is a...
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2028 6’8 Khalil Luster Garnering Attention Early On; Earns First Offer
Player: Khalil LusterClass: 2028Height: 6’8School: Red Bay HS It is funny how things work these days… just over a week ago, Phenom Hoops introduced and talked about a rising big man down in Alabama in 2028 6’8 Khalil Luster, who had a HUGE freshman season at Red Bay HS. It didn’t take long, as a week later, he earned his first D1 offer from Alabama A&M. Last week, we had this to say about...
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2028 Trey Edwards adds new offer; talks strong relationships with schools and new interests
Player: Trey EdwardsClass: 2028Height: 6’5School: Melissa Back in 2024, Phenom Hoops introduced to everyone a rising star in the state of Texas in 2028 Trey Edwards, as he has been proving to be one of the premier prospects in the region. Edwards is a prospect that would describe his game as “a combo guard who can play the point or play shooting guard.” Schools have been coming hard...
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POB’s Thoughts: 2026 Cole Cloer sets visits; game breakdown and thoughts on future
Player: Cole CloerClass: 2026Height: 6’7School: IMG Academy One of the top prospects in the country continues to make waves in the recruiting world, adding to new schedule visits in the coming months. 2026 6’7 Cole Cloer, one of the top prospects in the country, announced more upcoming visits that now include UConn and Arkansas. Check out more of his visits scheduled, along with game breakdown...
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Drake earns commitment from speedy PG LJ Rush
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: LJ RushClass: 2025Committed to: Drake Phenom 1-on-1: Phenom: What made Drake the place for you in...
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They Stand High On My List: 2027 Thomas Vickery Talks New Tennessee Offer
Player: Thomas VickeryClass: 2027Height: 6’5School: Myers Park A player that has seen his stock take off over the last year, 2027 6’5 Thomas Vickery from Myers Park continues to trend in the right direction. Vickery has been making a name for himself with his size, athleticism, and skill set, as programs from all levels have been heading his way. He recently played on the Phenom...
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Smooth Operator: 2027 Omari Chaudhry Making His Mark
At the Seros Invitational, several new faces took the court and impressed our scouts throughout the event. One player that grabbed my attention was 2027 6’3 Omari Chaudhry for 4:44. At the event, he was incredibly consistent, efficient, and productive throughout, leading his team in several ways, as we had this to say: “2027 Omari Chaudhry (4:44) has really impressed me today with his play....
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Phenom Recruiting Rundown: The Latest Headlines Shaping High School Hoops
Basketball recruiting never slows down, and the latest updates from around the country continue to highlight the movement, offers, and commitments shaping the landscape. From rising prospects earning new attention to established names narrowing their lists and scheduling visits, there’s plenty of news for fans and college coaches to follow. Here’s a look at some of the most recent developments...
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2027 LJ Smith Talks Move to Oak Hill, Upcoming Visits
It has been a busy summer for 2027 LJ Smith, as there has been a lot of news surrounding the talented guard. From having a big summer with Team Thad, to racking in big-time offers all over the country to now announcing about transferring to Oak Hill, Smith has been a hot topic for many. Though he may be leaving the state of North Carolina, he remains a hot topic for Phenom Hoops, as he continues...
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