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North Carolina Sophomore Forty Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Jay Anderson/Dree Phillips #53: 5’11 ’27 Daniel Wright (JF Webb) Starting off, we look at a player who showcased his ability to run a team as a leader, Daniel Wright. He’s a smart, high-motor guard prospect with a tight handle and sharp playmaking sense. Wright touches the paint at a high volume, where he’s able to finish or effectively set up others. That being said, he also...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Sakellie Daniels #30: 5’9 ’26 Jayen Reeves (Palisades) Starting off, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his motor and unselfish approach to the game, Jayen Reeves. He’s a smart, quick guard prospect who can initiate the offense or apply pressure as an off-ball threat. Reeves is a reliable shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc—especially in spot-up...
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Award Winners at Phenom Exposure Camp- Underclassmen
MVP: 6’5 ’28 Brayden Ragland (Northside) There was very little debate regarding who earned the MVP award, as Brayden Ragland was excellent from start to finish. Although he’s just a freshman, he displayed the ability to impact the game in several ways. Ragland utilized his strong frame and high motor to consistently set the tone as a rebounder and interior defender. He moves well for his size...
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North Carolina Freshman 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 14
Team 14 Coach: Stephon McQueen #43: 5’7 ’27 Rudd Sutton (Fayetteville Academy) Starting things off, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top shooting threat on this team, Rudd Sutton. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect with a nice feel and steady presence on both ends of the floor. Sutton is a capable creator who possesses solid vision, ball skills, and penetration ability....
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Open Gym Report: Caldwell Academy
On Monday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Caldwell Academy in Greensboro, North Carolina for an exciting open gym session. Entering their third season under Coach Brandon Clifford, the Eagles appear more talented than ever. They have a nice mix of young prospects, veteran pieces, and under-the-radar guys who will inevitably play pivotal roles during the upcoming season. In terms of sheer depth,...
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Notable Standouts at North Carolina Freshman 40
6’3 Seth Harris (Caldwell Academy) As evidenced during camp, Harris has clearly put forth a lot of time and effort in developing his overall game over the last few months. He already possesses a nice blend of IQ, skill, and athleticism for his age. Harris is a reliable shooting threat who understands how to attack closeouts, defer to others, and operate within the team structure. He’s an engaged...
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North Carolina Jr. Phenom Spring Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Rick Lewis #4: 4’9 ’27 Dylan Brown (Charlotte) Starting things off, we look at a player that found a way to make his presence felt despite being among the youngest and smallest performers on display, Dylan Brown. He’s a young, hardworking guard prospect that displayed solid perimeter shooting and the ability to make the right pass to open teammates. Brown hustled for loose balls,...
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North Carolina Jr. Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Kelvin Reid #3: 4’8 ’26 Kelby Taylor Jr. (Charlotte) Starting things off, we look at a player that already possesses a lot of skill, especially for his age and size, Kelby Taylor Jr. He’s a young, smart, wiry point guard prospect that offers a terrific balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Taylor does a great job of displaying craftiness, able to break down his...
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