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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Phenom Hoops Announces Jay Lawson as Director of Lady Phenom
Opportunity has a way of presenting itself at the right time. Phenom Hoops is excited to announce that opportunity by adding Jay Lawson to our staff as Director of Lady Phenom. Although born and raised in North Carolina, he attended Brentwood High School in Tennessee before eventually earning a basketball scholarship to Lipscomb. Following his collegiate career, Lawson shifted towards the...
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2026 Hannah Moss adding more offers and having a strong season at Butler
The Butler Lady Bulldogs have been a team making a statement this season, as they sit at 12-1 on the season and flying high. One of the key reasons for the success this season has been the play of 2026 Hannah Moss, a 5’9 prospect who is averaging an impressive 15.6ppg, 7.9rpg, 4.5apg, and 3.4spg, showing her impact all over the court. Her recruitment and season have been going well these days,...
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USA Basketball x Phenom Hoops Back at It Again in 2025
Phenom Hoops is proud to announce that USA Basketball and Phenom will be teaming up once again, working together to bring elite coverage to the US Open Basketball Championships (East Division). Last year, Phenom Hoops had the privilege of working with USA Basketball in what was a SOLD OUT, OFF THE CHARTS event in Bermuda Run (NC), and they will be back once again in what will be a BIGGER event....
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2025 Taniyah Thomas
Player: Taniyah ThomasClass: 2025School: East Lincoln Committed to North Carolina A&T for Softball East Lincoln Lady Mustangs is a very interesting team with talent to be found on the roster, as they showed that at the Phenom 828 Showcase this past weekend. One player, who is actually a multi-sport athlete, grabbed our attention and we are here to highlight more of her game and impact....
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HAECO Invitational Scores and Updates
Day 2 – Boys Greensboro Day 65 – Dudley 41 Big time matchup between these two teams, it was Greensboro Day that was able to clamp down early to take a double-digit lead quickly in this game and eventually earn a 15-point halftime. Much like the first quarter, GDS was able to make a defensive stance and put this game away. Trace Moffitt was one of three players in double-figures with...
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2025 Kate Sears (Watauga) Does It All On the Court
There were plenty of impressive performances this past weekend at the Phenom 828 Showcase, but we would have to say that the most impressive showing was the one from 2025, Kate Sears for Watauga. The Virginia Tech commit impressively did it all and solidified why she is a national talent who is a must-see this season. Against East Lincoln at the Phenom 828 Showcase, Sears put on an absolute...
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