Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2027 Jillian Rush
Lady Phenom is continuing its coverage of players throughout the region and from our events this season. At our latest event, the Phenom Opening, we had a great chance to check out some new names to learn as we dive into more of their game. 2027 Jillian Rush from Team USC and from Camden High School in South Carolina, was a standout at the event. She helped her team secure a championship while...
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NCHSAA 2A Girls Championship Preview
Southeast Alamance vs. North Wilkes SE Alamance continues its run, taking down Seaforth 48-45 while North Wilkes took down East Burke 60-36 North Wilkes continues its run this season, as they had a strong battle early on against East Burke but they were able to lock in defensively in the second quarter to ultimately help put that game away. Sitting at 30-1 on the season and winning 23 games...
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2025 Kate Sears wins NC Gatorade Player of the Year
What Has Been Said by Lady Phenom: “Watching her on the court, one can’t simply be mesmerized by her impact and play on the court as it is easy to see why she is regarded as a Top 100 talent in the Class of 2025. Sears has one of the most complete games in the state, showing that she can impact the game in so many ways and does it all. Her ability to score whether it is creating and...
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NCHSAA 4A Girls Championship Preview
Wakefield vs. Lake Norman Wakefield won a defensive battle vs. Hoggard 31-23, while Lake Norman was able to take down Hoggard Two very good teams will be meeting up for the championship in the 4A Division, as Lake Norman continues to show why they are regarded as one of the top teams in the state and Wakefield continues its strong season in hopes of a title. Starting with Lake Norman, this is a...
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NCHSAA 1A Girls Championship Preview
East Bladen vs. Cherokee East Bladen advances after taking down Perquimans 77-63, while Cherokee knocked off Bishop McGuinness 65-61 Two very hot teams come into this one, as East Bladen has won 14 in a row and Cherokee is riding a 16-win ride towards the end of the season. Both have racked up the wins all season long and has proven to be two strong teams, but only one will be able to walk away...
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NCHSAA 3A Girls Championship Preview
Western Alamance vs. Stuart W. Cramer Western Alamance took down Terry Sanford 64-48, while Stuart W. Cramer knocked off North Lincoln 62-38 Two of the top teams will meet up for the 3A championship as Western Alamance and Stuart W. Cramer will take the court for all the marbles. Stuart W. Cramer has been impressive all year long and they showed that once again vs. North Lincoln as 2025 Hadley...
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Lady Phenom covers Charlotte Dream Elite Media Day
Lady Phenom Hoops went out Sunday afternoon to Huntersville to check in at the Charlotte Dream Elite Media Day, a program that will be featured throughout the summer on Phenom Hoops and be a must-see organization throughout. It was a great opportunity to learn new names and get an early viewing. Here is what was said from the media day about a few of the players. 2032 Lilyana Green is a scrappy,...
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Elite 8 NCHSAA Playoffs are SET… Who do you have winning?
Boys 1A Elite 8 Matchups: Washington Co. vs. Voyager Academy Bishop McGuinness vs. Corvian Comm. Northampton Co. vs. Southern Wake Queens Grant vs. South Stokes 2A Elite 8 Matchups: Farmville Central vs. West Bladen Reidsville vs. Salisbury Northwood vs. SW Onslow Lincoln Charter vs. Bandys 3A Elite 8 Matchups: Swansboro vs. Person Ashbrook vs. Hunter Hus JH Rose vs. Southern Durham Ben L. Smith...
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Proving Her Game: 2030 Heavenly Craig (WHG)
The Winter Nationals with Phenom Hoops is one of the best events to start the season because we not only kick off the travel ball season in a big way, but we also get a chance to see the future around the country. So many players came through the doors this past weekend and left a lasting impression, as we dive in and break down many of their games. Heading over to the Lady Phenom side, we...
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Lady Phenom: Winter Nationals Standouts
2030 Heavenly Craig (Wilkes Hoop Group) Craig may have been the best prospect that I saw throughout the weekend on the girls’ side. It took all but five minutes to watch her operate on the court and see that she is going to be a name to learn in the coming years. Craig had a ton of tools that stood out with her game, whether she could create her own shot, her impressive handles and creativity,...
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2026 Emma Montanari (East Lincoln) continuing to attract the eyes of college programs
Player: Emma MontanariClass: 2026School: East Lincoln Looking in the Class of 2026, Emma Montanari from East Lincoln would be a player who would be ranked high with many other big-time prospects in the state of North Carolina. The junior has had another fantastic season, filling up the stat sheet and leading the charge for the Mustangs. On the season, she is posting averages of 18.1ppg, 6.3rpg,...
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Proving to be a force in the paint: 2026 6’6 Happy Arune
Player: Happy AruneClass: 2026Height: 6’6School: Gaston Christian Season Stats: 14.9ppg, 14.6rpg, 2.9bpg Gaston Christian had a strong overall showing this season, as the Lady Eagles finished the year with a 15-6 overall record and was 10-2 in conference play. This was a team that has some intriguing talent overall but 2026 6’6 Happy Arune is one that certainly grabs your attention first...
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NCISAA Championship Games Are Set (Boys/Girls)
Boys: 4A Playoffs: Christ School 75 – Forsyth Country Day 65 Christ School used a balanced attack led by 2025 Zymicah Wilkins who finished with 29 points while Dacen Petty chipped in with 20 points. Carmel Christian 73 – Providence Day 65 It was a thriller at Carmel Christian as Providence Day had a chance to win but Bryce Slay saved Carmel at home with a buzzer-beating three to send the game...
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2026 Kate Schindler (Marvin Ridge) set Union County single-game scoring record with 58
It was a big night at Marvin Ridge on Wednesday, as we had a record-setting night on the girls’ side. Marvin Ridge took on Cuthbertson and eventually walked away with an impressive win. Marvin Ridge came out red-hot, jumped out to an early double-digit lead, and never looked back in the first quarter, as they continued to build upon it throughout. The main reason was the play of 2026...
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2026 Miley Malcolm commits to Drexel
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Miley MalcolmClass: 2026Committed to: Drexel What Has Been Said by Lady Phenom...
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