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What We Learned from Phenom Tip-Off (Friday)
Ambassador Christian looking strong and making its mark early on Led by 2025 JD Bowden and 2026 Logan Johnson, Ambassador Christian is quickly making a name for themselves here in North Carolina with its play. This is a team that looks strong early on and is ready to continue the team’s success throughout the season. Ambassador has big-time talent at the guard position, scoring and playmaking,...
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POB’s Storylines from #CarmelTipOff
The high school season has tipped off for Phenom Hoops and one of the best events tipped off in Matthews (NC) with the Carmel Tip-Off. Nationally ranked teams and players were in attendance for this one, and there were quite a few storylines that we walked away with throughout the event. But these were the ones that stood out the most for us. 2027 6’5 King Gibson makes his claim as the top...
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Biggest Stockrisers from Phenom Hoops Latest 2025 NC Rankings
It is a big week for Phenom Hoops as we continue to release our newest rankings here in North Carolina, as we started off with the Class of 2025. This is a class that has plenty of talent of all levels, as several names saw a significant uptick with what they have shown as of late. We dive in a little on a few players that saw a big uptick in our latest rankings. 2025 Rankings:...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Michael Phillips II commits to Marquette, reclasses to 2025
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: Michael PhillipsClass: 2025Committed to: Marquette What Has Been Said: “It has been...
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D1 Coaches Making Them a Priority: North Carolina (Class of 2026)
The Class of 2026 here in North Carolina is shaping up nicely and it won’t be long until college coaches will be looking to contact prospects in June. There will be plenty of players who will be hearing from D1 programs, but I have five players who have gone a bit under the radar and should be high priorities for colleges. 2026 Michael Phillips (Grace Christian) Phillips is a player I have gone...
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2026 Michael Phillips II earns first big offer from Virginia Tech
2026 Michael Phillips II, a 6’5 prospect from Grace Christian (NC), is a name that has continued to see his stock rise after a strong season. Phillips is one I believe offers a lot of intangibles in his game, and his story is just starting. This season in 34 games at Grace Christian, he averaged 16.4ppg, 7.0rpg, and 1.5bpg while shooing 36 percent from three, 79 percent from the line, and...
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Standouts from Phenom Freedom 828 Showcase
2026 Michael Phillips (Grace Christian): We continue to say that this is a young man who has a lot of potential and he gave you those flashes at the event, displaying his confidence from behind the arc, his fluid high release at 6’5, and his ability to make plays in using his length. He shot the ball well from outside but also did a great job making an impact defensively and helping on the...
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Two Rising Stars to Watch For in North Carolina
Phenom Hoops recently took a trip to Greensboro to check out the battle between Grace Chrisitan and Greensboro Day, with the Bengals ultimately taking home the victory. It was a great opportunity to check out an array of talent, but what enticed me was the opportunity to watch two rising stars on the court, as I believe they have a ton of potential. 2026 6’5 Michael Phillips for Grace Christian...
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Phenom Game Report: Greensboro Day vs. Grace Christian
A very intriguing matchup to start the season, Grace Christian hit the road to Greensboro to take on the Bengals on Tuesday night. It was a slow start for both teams, getting a feel and getting into a rhythm. Greensboro Day was able to take the narrow lead early on after the first quarter, 9-3 but Grace Christian started to get their offense going early on in the second quarter. But GDS had an...
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Four Players Who Are Ready to Make the Leap
Every year, we see guys from all levels of basketball make “the leap.” This term simply refers to when a talented player begins to harness the next steps of being a star player or high-level prospect. In the most recent NBA season, someone like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander would be a perfect example. He was already incredible, but still managed to ascend to another level and transition into being one...
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2026 6’5 Michael Phillips II could be next one up
A player that I’ve been watching a lot as of late, and have watched him on several occasions before is 2026 6’5 Michael Phillip II from Grace Christian. And from when I watched him during the LIVE period back in April to now, one has to see the leaps this young man has made in just a short time and this could only be the start of something special. When I first watched him at our Phenom...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Hoop State League (Championship, Day 1)
2024 Caden Caskey (Purple Knights): Caskey had a strong summer and continued on championship weekend at the Fall League. He continues to flourish as a scoring option, knocking down shots with confidence, creating, making high IQ decisions and reads, and understanding how to be an effective option. He averaged over 20+ points on Day 1 of the weekend. 2025 Darnerian Gibson (WS Christian): Gibson...
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POB’s Thoughts: Best of the Best from Phenom Hoop State League (Wings)
The Phenom Hoop State Fall League has been tremendous, and we are heading into championship weekend. But there have been plenty of storylines and players that have grabbed my attention. Even though this list could go on a lot longer, here are the top players who have left their mark on me so far at the Fall League at the wing position. 2025 Tre McKinnon (Lake Norman): McKinnon had a strong...
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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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POB’s Thoughts: Top Wings at Hoop State League (Through 2 Weeks)
The Hoop State League has been tremendous so far… a lot of talent, a great chance to watch these teams in action early on, and players are competing. Trust me, there are a lot of names that have been catching my eye so far, which is why I wanted to share JUST A FEW NAMES that have really stood out to me through two weeks at the Hoop State League. Check out the wings that have impressed me...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Week 2 (East) at Hoop State League
2025 Trevor Best (Word of God): Best really had a tremendous showing; he backed up the talk with his game in Week 2, creating extremely well off the dribble, creating space for his shot from multiple areas, showing his range and confident release, as well as being a true energy player that competes on both ends of the floor. His team needed every point from the guard today and he stepped up big...
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Phenom Open Gym: GRACE Christian
By: Cooper Hart On Friday Night, Phenom Hoops stopped by GRACE Christian School in Raleigh to check out the 2023-24 Eagles. They’re coming off a 21-14 record where they tied for 1st in the CCC and returned 7 of their top 10 scorers. 6’1” ’24 Steven McLeod McLeod set the tone throughout the night with his energy and intensity, establishing himself as a leader on this year’s team. He’s an athletic...
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Cooper’s Developments: Phenom Hoops LIVE (Part 2)
By: Cooper Hart 6’3” ’25 Jadyn Cooper (Team Wall/Fayetteville Academy) Cooper shined as a steady guard that impacts the game on both ends of the floor through his unselfish nature and strong frame. He has the quickness and handle to get paint touches consistently and played under control, capitalizing on the defense’s mistakes. Cooper made an array of short floaters and two-foot finishes,...
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NC Junior Phenom Session 1: Evaluation Team 2
North Carolina Jr. Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations Team 2 Coach: Stan Carpenter #1: 5’0 ’25 Landon Wilson (Florence, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that displayed a great motor and overall approach to the game, Landon Wilson. He’s a guard prospect that brings excellent energy to both sides of the floor. He attacked the basket hard and finished well through contact. Wilson...
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