by Jeff Bendel | Feb 23, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports, Winter Nationals
5’10 ’30 Meyer Upchurch (Durham Hurricanes) Although he had a quality showing at middle school camp, this setting only further amplified the value that Meyer Upchurch brings to a team. He’s a natural glue-guy with the IQ, activity, and skillset to impact all facets of...
by Jeff Bendel | Feb 23, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports, Winter Nationals
6’8 ’29 Sylva Okauru (St. Christopher’s) In a gym full of intriguing young players, Sylva Okauru was arguably the most enticing long-term prospect on display. He’s a strong, sturdy big man with a blossoming skillset and the ability to consistently impact the game on...
by Jeff Bendel | Feb 20, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Phenom MS Elite Camp
Team 8 Coach: Jon Walker #36: 5’4 ’30 Jackson Boyd (Raleigh) Starting off, Jackson Boyd is a 5-foot-4 prospect in the Class of 2030. Though small, he finds ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action. Boyd is a scrappy guard with an unselfish approach...
by Jeff Bendel | Feb 20, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Phenom MS Elite Camp
Team 7 Coach: Curtis Patton #52: 5’5 ’30 Jayvien Rowe (Newton) Starting off, Jayvien Rowe is a 5-foot-5 prospect in the Class of 2030. Given his IQ, creation skills, and defensive prowess, he does a great job of running a team. Rowe is a sharp penetrator and playmaker...
by Jeff Bendel | Feb 19, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Phenom MS Elite Camp
Team 6 Coach: Colby Lewis #27: 5’3 ’30 Josiah Thompson (Hope Mills) Starting off, Josiah Thompson is a 5-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2030. Despite his size, he found several ways to make his presence felt. Thompson is a smart, unselfish point guard with the...
