At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, over one hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and underrated, and today’s edition will highlight Isaac Farah of Liberty Heights.
We’ve previously covered Farah in an “unsigned senior spotlight,” but felt another edition was necessary given his reclassification and move to Liberty Heights over the last calendar year. Since the move to North Carolina, Farah has seen an uptick in his overall recruitment, yet the offer sheet still falls short of his actual on-court ability. Remember his appearance last March at our SC Phenom 150 Camp' Take a look: “Finishing up, we look at a player that was utterly dominant on both sides of the ball throughout camp, Isaac Farah. He’s a long, athletic, versatile forward/post prospect with a quality amount of skill for his size/position. Farah controlled the interior on both ends exceptionally well, rebounding everything, consistently protecting the rim, and scoring nearly every possession. He runs the floor really well in transition and possesses nice fluidity for his size/position. Farah also highlighted quality vision and toughness out of the post, which allowed him to dictate the offensive action quite easily. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him even more prepared for the next level. Coach Raye on Farah: “Isaac is a Division I college player that is a very solid big man. Isaac can and does play both ends of the court. His shot blocking and rebounding is one that is going to help whatever college he attends. He can score at will and punch on you if you stand in his way. I am very impressed.” Farah was undeniably impressive in each performance and should continue to see an influx of college interest/offers as a result of his showing at camp.”
That was nearly a year (and reclassification) ago, which makes his lack of offers even more head-scratching. Since then, Farah has only continued to perform as a Division I talent. So, why doesn’t he hold at least a handful of next-level opportunities' It’s uncommon and extremely difficult to explain how a fluid, mobile 6-foot-9 power forward with athleticism, toughness, and floor-spacing ability doesn’t appeal to all types of programs. Majority of the programs within the region should’ve already offered, as they will be getting a legitimate steal. While so many schools are hellbent on extending offers to prospects they’ll never get, Farah will remain a diamond in the rough for the foreseeable future. Whichever school secures his commitment will be receiving a clear asset.