by Jeff Bendel | Jul 31, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops concluded our final event of July with our PHL Finals. The two-day event featured an impressive mix of Division I, II, and III (in addition to JUCO and NAIA) prospects. Although coaches finished up most of their recruiting trips over...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 31, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
The high school basketball landscape is constantly changing. Although coaches getting hired and players moving to different programs are nothing new, it’s arguably more common than ever before. Given the recent classification realignment for public-school basketball,...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 30, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, Player Reports
The culture is about to drastically change at Alexander Central. These last two seasons have been somewhat of an uphill battle after highly successful, long-tenured coach Ed Wills stepped away. However, the hiring of Grant Hodges should bring a lot of optimism for the...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 30, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’7 ’28 Zyion Jones (Upward Stars Columbia) It’s easy to see the appeal with Jones, both as a current player and long-term prospect. He’s a fluid athlete with length, mobility, and natural instincts on both ends of the floor. Jones is capable of impacting the game...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 29, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’3 ’28 Gary Grear (KOC) It’s almost impossible to watch this KOC squad and walk away feeling anything other than impressed by Grear. He’s a natural leader who sets the tone through his IQ, production, and toughness. Grear shines as the focal point of their seamless...
by Jeff Bendel | Jul 29, 2025 | Event Coverage, Featured, News, PHL Finals, Player Reports
6’0 ’27 CP Perry (Dub Salem) Although we didn’t see Perry much this travel ball season, his crafty, polished game is still as effective as ever. He effortlessly created for himself and others while highlighting his handle, vision, and scoring prowess from all levels....
