by Jeff Bendel | Jan 4, 2024 | All Categories, Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News, Player Reports
5’9 2024 Azahreya Drayton-Gill (Smith) Given everything she’s shown over the years, it should come as no surprise to see Drayton-Gill continuing to stand out as a productive leader for this group. She’s a smart, versatile wing/forward prospect with the motor,...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 3, 2024 | Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News, Player Reports
6’3 ’24 Gage Lattimore (Smith) It doesn’t take long when watching the Golden Eagles to notice Lattimore’s significance and overall involvement as a leader. Widely known for his lethal three-point shooting, the 6-foot-3 guard does legitimately everything for this...
by Jeff Bendel | Jan 1, 2024 | Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News, Player Reports
6’4 ’25 Jaylen Cross (Caldwell Academy) Given his status as the top prospect and performer in the event, it came as no surprise to see Cross continuing to showcase the full arsenal. Few players of his caliber are truly comfortable at doing what is best for...
by Jeff Bendel | Dec 29, 2023 | Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News
5’9 ’24 Azahreya Drayton-Gill (Smith) The Lady Golden Eagles have excellent balance and a ton of useful pieces, but Drayton-Gill was easily the most impactful player on either team. Her combination of size, length, and overall feel naturally allows her to cause...
by Jeff Bendel | Dec 27, 2023 | Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News
On Thursday, Phenom Hoops will kick off our annual Gate City Classic at Ben L. Smith High School. The event features 15 different teams, including six girls’ teams and two out-of-state programs (Lead Academy and Green Run). This collection of talented squads will do...
by Jeff Bendel | Dec 27, 2023 | Event Coverage, Featured, Gate City Classic, News
On Thursday, Phenom Hoops will kick off our annual Gate City Classic at Ben L. Smith High School. The event features 15 different teams, including six girls’ teams and two out-of-state programs (Lead Academy and Green Run). This collection of talented squads will do...