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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Samantha Collins (GDS)
Player: Samantha CollinsClass: 2025Height: 5’1School: Greensboro Day What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage of the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. One player that captured a lot of our scouts’...
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2026 Jasiah Gilchrist (Pinecrest)
Player: Jasiah GilchristClass: 2026Height: 5’1School: Pinecrest What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. Gilchrist is a rising name in the Class of...
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Commitment Alert: Dartmouth earns commitment from 2023 Patrick Tivnan
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: Patrick TivnanClass: 2023Committed to: Dartmouth What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “His...
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Transfer Portal Resume: Jeremy Gregory (ETSU)
Player: Jeremy GregoryHeight: 6’6Eligibility: 3 yearsSchool: East Tennessee State As a freshman, Gregory averaged 1.4 points, 1.7 rebounds, 0.2 assists, and 0.2 blocks per game, making an appearance in 10 games this past season. Phenom Hoops Has Said: “Jeremy Gregory is the epitome of productivity. He quietly goes about his work each and every game. Whether it is for his high school team,...
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Combine Academy crowned champions again at Hoop State Championship
In year 4 of the Phenom Hoop State Championship, it was another terrific ending to the high school season as the top non-association teams came to Lincolnton (NC) hoping to walk away with a state title. The games were competitive and exciting, as it was a packed house throughout the event and every player left everything they had on the court. But only one team was able to walk away with a...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Award Winners (HS/MS)
Another great camp has come and gone, and not only did players walk away with their names/games on the radar for Phenom Hoops, but a few walked away with awards from the event. Check out all the award winners from the high school and middle school exposure event. High School: MVP: 2025 Jaylen CrossMr. Offense: 2023 Zion McDuffieMr. Playmaker: 2025 Graham MooseMr. Hustle: 2026 Max Van...
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Grassroots Team Preview: NC Spartans Pittman
Last week, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Bishop McGuinness in Kernersville, North Carolina for the NC Spartans’ media day. The practice featured their five 17U squads, which allowed us to see the differences in style and roster construction between each team. We’ve seen this program put kids in college on a yearly basis, yet this might honestly be their most talented group from top to bottom....
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Lady NC Top 80 Award Winners
What an event it was, as Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom held their first Lady NC Top 80 event, as some of the top players from around the state all came to Greensboro to showcase their talent. It was an UNBELIEVABLE event and talent can be found everywhere you look. But a few players were able to walk away with some awards from the event, so check them out. AWARD WINNERS MVP: 2024 Sarah Strong Ms....
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Grassroots Team Preview: NC Spartans Bell
Last week, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Bishop McGuinness in Kernersville, North Carolina for the NC Spartans’ media day. The practice featured their five 17U squads, which allowed us to see the differences in style and roster construction between each team. We’ve seen this program put kids in college on a yearly basis, yet this might honestly be their most talented group from top to bottom....
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Grassroots Team Preview: NC Spartans Liles
Last week, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Bishop McGuinness in Kernersville, North Carolina for the NC Spartans’ media day. The practice featured their five 17U squads, which allowed us to see the differences in style and roster construction between each team. We’ve seen this program put kids in college on a yearly basis, yet this might honestly be their most talented group from top to bottom....
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Lady NC Top 80 Leading Scorers (Top 50)
ClassHeightNameHigh SchoolStateAvg.20256’1Amanda MitchellWillow SpringsNC19.520245’7Lili BookerCannon SchoolNC17.020265’6Ma-Kaela GidneyHickory Ridge NC15.520265’4Ameya BrownTerry SanfordNC15.520246’2Sarah StrongGrace Christian SchoolNC14.520255’5Chloe GalombeckHough NC13.520245’9Krystal HaccockNC GBBNC13.520245’11Sheree GidneyHickory...
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PHENOM MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPOSURE TOP 20 SCORERS
ClassHeightName High SchoolCityStateAvg.20285’4Antoine Morman Jr. Durham School Of The ArtsDurhamNC31.020275’10Sherman WinstonMelvin C Swann Jr. MSGreensboroNC23.520275’10Marcus MartinDurham School Of The ArtsDurhamNC17.520235’9Jonah HinsonOur Lady of Grace Catholic ChurchGreensboro NC16.020275’7Evan WilsonTyro...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. WS Christian National
The season was coming to an end, as we were looking to crown another champion. Winston Salem Christian and Combine Academy, the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds, met up in a packed house on Saturday for a chance to be crowned champion. Combine Academy came out and delivered the first punch, finding success offensively and defensively. It allowed them to jump out to an early lead but WS Christian...
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Phenom Game Report: Combine PG vs. Hargrave PG
Final: Combine PG 91 – Hargrave PG 72 Stats:Combine: Shaedon Simpson 31pts, 11rebs/ Georges Archer 18pts/ Aaron Hall 11pts, 5rebs/ Isiah Sy 14ptsHargrave: Michael Montano 20pts, 6rebs, 5asts, 2stls/ Warren Hawkins 14pts, 4asts/ Joel Speckman 10pts, 4asts/ Diovion Famakinde 12pts, 4rebs Standouts: 2023 Shaedon Simpson (Combine PG): He was the player of the game in this one, and once again, it is...
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PHENOM HS EXPOSURE CAMP TOP 40 Scorers
ClassHeightName High SchoolCityStateAvg.20236’5Zion McDuffieButler HSMatthewsNC28.020256’5Jaylen CrossCaldwell AcademyGreensboroNC25.020256’7John Gregory Charlotte Catholic HiSCharlotteNC18.020266’0Cole Murdock New Covenant SchoolsEvingtonVA17.520246’2Zackery GoodmanCaldwell AcademyGreensboroNC17.520266’0Max Van WeerdhuizenOak Grove HSWinston...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine Academy vs. Word of God
Game 2 on the day brought two powerhouses in Combine Academy and Word of God went at it in what was a HEATED showdown. Both teams came out with energy and looking to make shots; Word of God was led once again early on by ’23 Isaiah Coleman while ’23 Trentyn Flowers came out strong after his commitment to lead the way. Word of God was able to gain the narrow edge in the first quarter 19-15, but...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: WS Christian National vs. 1of1 Academy
The semifinals kicked off on Friday night, as Game 1 brought us Winston Salem Christian National and 1of1 Academy together for what looked to be a thriller. The intensity was real in this game, as both teams played with tons of energy and put it all on the line. WS Christian was able to get the narrow edge after the first quarter, as Kobe George/ Isaiah Washington got the team going early. WS...
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Commitment Alert: 2023 Josiah Watkins commits to Mount Olive
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: Josiah WatkinsClass: 2024Committed to: Mount Olive What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Commitment Alert: Louisville snags big commitment from Trentyn Flowers, reclassifying to 2023
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: Trentyn FlowersClass: 2023Committed to: Louisville What Does It Mean: Louisville...
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Commitment Alert: Mount Olive earns commitment from 2023 Kahlif Barnes
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: Kahlif BarnesClass: 2023Committed to: Mount Olive What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Commitment Alert: 2023 Mikhail Pocknett commits to King 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: Mikhail PocknettClass: 2023Committed to: King University What Was Said by Phenom...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. Combine Regional
Last game of the night, two very familiar teams squared off for a chance to compete in the semifinals of the Phenom Hoop State Championship. Combine National and Combine Regional matched up in front of a packed house. Combine National was able to get the early edge with their size and shots falling for Trentyn Flowers, but Combine Regional punched right back at the end to be only down 13-11...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: WS Christian National vs. QEA
Game 3 was on its way here in Lincolnton (NC) as Winston Salem Christian National got in on the action. They took on QEA which was able to secure a Day 1 victory and advance. Neither team was able to get really going in the first quarter, as QEA held the slight edge 8-6 but it was the defensive intensity that picked up for WS Christian that changed the game in the second quarter. The offense...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Word of God vs. NC GBB
Game 2 on Day 2, the Rams of Word of God matched up with NC Good Better Best, as each team was looking to make their way into the semifinals. Word of God came out with the early punch, knocking down shots and showcasing their strong guard play early to get the early lead. But NC GBB started to settle down and shots eventually started to fall as well. Word of God held the 21-13 first-quarter...
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Phenom Hoop State Championship Recap: 1of1 Academy vs. Piedmont Classical
Day 2 kicked off on Thursday, as 1of1 Academy and Piedmont Classical met at the 4 vs. 5 seed. Two very talented teams looked to play their game and gain the upper hand early on. It was an up-and-down type feel early on, which helped 1of1 Academy gain the narrow edge in the first half, but Piedmont was able to knock down shots from outside and also use its side as well down low. 1of1 Academy’s...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes Coach Taisha Murphy
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Taisha Murphy, as she has been selected for the Lady NC...
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Hoopstate Championship Previews: Word of God vs. NC GBB
Today, the bracket play for the annual Hoopstate Championship officially begins with two highly intriguing matchups. Each year, this event serves as a battle to determine who ultimately comes out victorious as the top independent program in North Carolina. The field features Quality Education, New Life Christian, Winston-Salem Christian (National and Regional), Combine Academy (National and...
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The Hard Work Paying Off for Arizona State DJ Horne
It is that time of the year… MARCH MADNESS! And there are plenty of familiar faces that Phenom Hoops has seen over the years now playing on the big stage. Watching the other night in the First Four, we had a chance to watch our alum DJ Horne, a player that grew up and played in Raleigh (when we first saw him), and is now playing for Arizona State. Why do we bring him up? Because there are so...
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Hoopstate Championship Previews: 1 of 1 Academy vs. Piedmont Classical
Today, the bracket play for the annual Hoopstate Championship officially begins with two highly intriguing matchups. Each year, this event serves as a battle to determine who ultimately comes out victorious as the top independent program in North Carolina. The field features Quality Education, New Life Christian, Winston-Salem Christian (National and Regional), Combine Academy (National and...
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POB’s Thoughts: Plenty of talented bigs from Phenom PG Nationals
2023 Marcus Overstreet (Feltrim): Overstreet may have been my favorite big man to watch, as he was incredibly productive, showcased his ability and impact at 6’9, and really filled it up around the basket. Overstreet simply catches your eye with his motor and activity around the basket, cleaning up on the glass, scoring effectively at the rim or around defenders, running the floor, and making...
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