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Does the dirty work: 2024 Luke Beauchamp
Player: Luke BeauchampTwitter: @_lukebeauchampHeight: 6″2, 185Class of 2024School: Catoosa High School Beauchamp was impressive out there with his tough and gritty energy, as I love scrappy players. He can bring the rain from deep or kill defenders off the bounce going hard to the rim. Crafty and strong in the paint as well. He can be a nice facilitator always looking for the open man. He...
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Big-Time Sniper: 2024 Jackson Welch
Player: Jackson WelchTwitter: @JacksonWelch_Height: 6’7, 190Class of 2024School: Inola High School, OK Welch is a sniper. This young star had one of the sweetest and deadliest three-point shots in the entire gym. This wing put in the work finding it spots and letting it fly. His game is efficient as he doesn’t force shots and hits those threes at a high clip. Welch’s touch is...
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Scrappy and Fierce: 2024 Kaden Jackson
Player: Kaden JacksonTwitter: @KadenJack21Height: 6ftClass of 2024 Jackson was scrappy and fierce. He can really bring the rain from deep. Hand down, man down, buckets, but a natural point loved to drop dimes like candy in OKC. His biggest improvement in the summer session was his defense. When you first saw him down in Texas, he was shooting lights out in a variety of ways but the three ball...
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Floor General: 2025 Sutton Woods (OK)
Player: Sutton WoodsTwitter: @Swoods3636Height: 6’4, 185Class of 2025School: Catoosa High School, OK Woods was another great floor general fueling his team at a high level. Always managed to find his teammates at the perfect moment and can drop a mean dime. One of the most unselfish players you will find. Woods has a silky-smooth fluid game that doesn’t make many mistakes....
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 9
Team 9 Coach: Tim Respass #40: 5’7 ’26 Ian Ramirez (East Mecklenburg) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a solid impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Ian Ramirez. He’s a smart, unselfish, high-motor guard prospect with a nice penetration sense and the ability to create for himself and others. Ramirez handles the ball effectively, sets up others, and scores from...
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Here we come Morganton: Freedom 828 Showcase (Dec 9)
We are excited about a new event we are adding to our scholastic schedule, as we head out to Morganton (NC) for a terrific one-day event. The Freedom 828 Showcase, presented by Phenom Hoops, will bring some intriguing matchups along with national names in an area that loves basketball. We can’t wait to bring you the matchups in the near future, but check out the teams that will be in action on...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Dre Simmons #39: 5’6 ’24 Azziah Sigler (Riverside) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a significant impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Azziah Sigler. He’s a strong, tough, scrappy guard prospect with a high motor and quality feel on both ends of the floor. Sigler does a nice job of controlling the action, getting others involved, and picking his...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Tennessee earns commitment from Top-100 Guard Bishop Boswell
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: Bishop BoswellClass: 2024Committed to: Tennessee What He Brings: The Vols strike...
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Phenom Open Gym: Davie County
6’2 2024 Coleman Lawhon Coleman is a quick, shifty combo guard who can create for himself and others. The senior leader will have a major role on this year’s team. Coleman plays with a high motor and competes every possession. Coleman can impact the game on both sides of the ball. He is capable of really filling it up from the perimeter. Coleman also battles defensively and does a good job...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Will Otto commits to Emory University
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: Will OttoClass: 2024Committed to: Emory University What Has Been Said: “Greensboro...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 7
Team 7 Coach: Antonio Threadgill #22: 5’7 ’26 Bralyn Williams (North Raleigh Christian) Stating things off, we look at a player who consistently found ways to involve himself in the action, Bralyn Williams. He’s a quick, scrappy guard prospect with an unselfish approach and steady two-way presence. Williams is a useful creator, both for himself and others, and makes quality decisions with the...
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Skill, Athleticism, and Leadership: 2024 Bryce Spiller (MO)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Bryce SpillerTwitter: @BryceSpillerHeight: 6’4, 197lbsClass of 2024School: Lutheran North High School (MO) Spiller was an explosive highflyer that kept me on the edge of my seat. He can score on all three levels. A very athletic wing who is versatile and explosive. A fierce finisher as advertised. Dunks with emphasis. He can bring the rain from deep as well. He was...
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Strong Work Ethic: 2024 Chris Ramirez (TX)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Chris RamirezTwitter: @thatboichris10Height: 6’4, 185Class of 2024School: Skyline High Scholl, TX Ramirez was a scoring machine in OKC. Chris was on fire from downtown and attacked the rim with explosive moves, finishing strong at the rim. He averaged 15 points a game at the event. The kid came to play, as he gobbled up four rebounds per game. Also dropped a few...
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Covenant Day bringing firepower to the court
Searching around the state of North Carolina, Covenant Day will be a team Phenom Hoops, and others will be seeing quite a bit this upcoming season and they will certainly be a team of interest to look out for. Why? When you start looking down at the roster, this is a team that offers an interesting set of talent that will bring a strong balance to the court. Diving into this group, you have to...
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2024 Maurio Hanson needs to be on several coaches’ radars
The Class of 2024 here in North Carolina is certainly a special one, and that has been noted on several occasions before. Looking through our Phenom Hoops rankings, there are plenty of names that are still available that college coaches need to make a prime target. One forward that I believe should continue to receive attention from college coaches is 2024 6’7 Maurio Hanson from Chambers. He...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2024 Ben Gladieux
There are plenty of players receiving attention from programs around the country, and a player that has been making a bit more noise has been 2024 6’7 Ben Gladieux from Crossroads Christian School. Gladieux recently earned his first D1 offer from Stetson, but we wanted to dive into more of his game, how the summer went for him, his focus this upcoming season, and a little recruitment update....
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Tony Jones #24: 5’4 ’26 Stephanie Mobley (Victory Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a lasting impression despite being the only girl on display, Stephanie Mobley. She’s a tough, high-motor guard prospect with quality feel and a well-rounded skillset. Mobley is a capable shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, and understands how to attack...
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Clayton’s duo needing more recognition; expect big season
The Comets of Clayton will be a school of interest for me personally, as I believe they will be offering a duo that will be making their mark a lot this upcoming season. But I also believe that they don’t get talked about enough, as Clayton could be a very dangerous team in the area. The duo of 2025 Andrew Grimes and 2025 Justice Mitchell have my attention, and I believe that they could be...
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Phenom Hoops putting Central NC on display at Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
The second annual Tourney Town Showcase last year was incredible, as it allowed fans from all over to check out the talent in the central part of North Carolina; it was one to remember. This is why we can’t wait to head back to Ben L. Smith high school for the 3rd Annual Tourney Town with some tremendous matchups and teams in action. Check out the teams that will be participating this year!...
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Latest Lady Phenom Recruiting News
2024 Michaela Hodge: The 6’3 prospect from Northampton County High School announced that she has committed and will be playing at Hofstra for head coach Danielle Atkinson. She earned an offer from the program back in July, and she will be able to bring true size down in the post, along with a good presence in the paint. Here is what we said about her at our Lady NC Top 80: “She’s a long,...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2025 Hayden Assemian staying home, commits to Gamecocks
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: Hayden AssemianClass: 2025Committed to: South Carolina What Has Been Said: “6’8 ‘25...
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Relentless Energy: 2024 Zach Day
By: Kevin Moses Player: Zach DayTwitter: @Zday2024Height: 6’5, 180Class of 2024School: Midland Christian School Day was an electrifying talent to watch. His energy and hustle were incredible to watch. This stud was fierce and scrappy on both sides of the ball with a nonstop motor. He put on a scoring clinic being lethal on all three levels. This kid tried to be involved in...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Geter #23: 5’11 ’24 Xavier Perry (Victory Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who provides a reliable presence as a two-way floor general, Xavier Perry. He’s a smart, unselfish, high-motor point guard prospect with a tight handle and excellent vision. Perry penetrates well and finishes strong around the basket, displaying a crafty sense and the ability to play...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Brayden Crump calls Elon his next home
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: Brayden CrumpClass: 2024Committed to: Elon What Has Been Said: “He’s smart, smooth,...
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Basketball IQ: 2024 Nik Rhodes (OK)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Nik RhodesTwitter: @nikrhodes5Height: 6’0, 160Class of 2024School: Edmond Santa Fe High School, OK Rhodes was another electrifying athlete. His basketball IQ was incredible. His court vision was special as he delivered some jaw-dropping passes. Off the bounce, he was a dazzling playmaker. He didn’t take one forced or bad shot all day but when he...
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Learning New Names at the Hoop State League
The Hoop State League presented by Phenom Hoops has given us a great opportunity to learn a few new names that we will be looking out for more this year and down the road. These four names were ones I wasn’t quite familiar with or have yet to see and should be on the radars down the road from what we saw so far. 2027 Julian Lowe (Wildcats): I hadn’t had a chance to watch Lowe in action...
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Putting Them on Notice: Hoop State League
2024 Caden Bell (NC GBB): If you want to talk about a player who has been putting people on notice, Bell is one of those players. Bell has been off the charts so far, and our scouts have been noticing. He looks bigger and stronger, as he has put the work in the weight room. But he is showing how dynamic of a scoring weapon he can be, as he has been able to score any way he wants; getting to the...
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GRACE Christian has the tools to make this a dangerous team
Phenom Hoops and GRACE Christian are quite familiar with each other over the years, as this is a program under head coach DeShannon Morris that has not only built something special but has developed terrific young men and student-athletes. This is a program that comes to compete every time they step on the court, and never back down from the challenge. We had a chance to watch them recently at...
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Lady Phenom Roster Breakdown: Lake Norman
The season is quickly approaching, and Lady Phenom is gearing up to have its best year yet with coverage, it starts with previews and deep dives into rosters for teams. The first team that we look to highlight is Lake Norman, who should once again be a title contender once again. Roster: 2025 5’7 Addison Sirianni2025 5’11 Samantha Shehan2025 5’11 Alexis Shehan2026 5’9 Kelsey Rhyne2026 6’2...
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Phenom Open Gym: Knightdale
By: Cooper Hart On Monday evening, Phenom Hoops stopped by Knightdale HS to check out the 2023-24 Knights. Entering his first year, Coach Watson will have a deep group full of athletes to work with. ’24 Khaim Taylor Taylor will be the main senior leader for this group. He’s a strong, athletic guard that defends the point of attack at a high level. He does a great job of making opponents...
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