by Jeff Bendel | Jan 14, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
Whether timing, context, or something completely unforeseen, there are so many factors that go into an individual’s recruitment to the college ranks. Although scouts and coaches tend to agree on plenty of prospects, there are certainly exceptions at every level. So,...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 14, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
The high school basketball landscape is so unique, especially as times change and new recruiting tactics emerge seemingly every day. Kids are naturally affected by these changes in the recruiting process, but we shouldn’t allow that to overshadow the brilliance and...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 13, 2026 | Carmel Christian MLK Showcase, Event Coverage, Featured, News, Phenom's MLK Showcase, Player Reports
This upcoming Saturday, Phenom Hoops will travel to Carmel Christian School in Matthews, North Carolina, for our annual Carmel MLK Showcase. The one-day event will feature four games with plenty of intrigue throughout the slate. As teams enter the second half of their...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 13, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
Right now, the North Carolina basketball landscape is full of excitement. Whether public, private, or independent, it seems like there are noteworthy teams and prospects making noise on a nightly basis. Among those teams is West Forsyth, a squad that remains...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 13, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
Right now, the North Carolina basketball landscape is full of excitement. Whether public, private, or independent, it seems like there are noteworthy teams and prospects making noise on a nightly basis. Among those teams is Harrells Christian, which just had a...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 12, 2026 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
5’6 ’27 Shyla Simms (Grimsley) After suffering an injury early in this contest, Shyla Simms displayed a lot of toughness and leadership by continuing to battle. She’s a smart, highly polished guard with the handle, quickness, and scoring prowess to effortlessly...
