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Underrated Guards to Watch More: Class of 2024
The class of 2024 is loaded with talent and there are players that could and should be targets for many programs at multiplel levels. The players at the top of the class are certainly gaining the recognition and eyes of college coaches but I believe that there are guards in that class that may be considered a bit underrated but could be in for big season this upcoming high school season. Here...
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Reece’s Standouts: NCHSAA Live Period (Part 1)
by: Ethan Reece 2024 Devin Sims (Hillside)While the other guys lulled into their 8:30 game, Devin came out with a lot of energy and put on an impressive display of mixed use athleticism. With their makeup, he plays more inside than his natural position might be, but he got every inch out of his frame, establishing a presence on the offensive glass, unlike any other guard I’ve seen. He still got...
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“Getting to Know” 5’10 ’24 Fred Whitaker
We’ve seen a lot of players come through our doors over the years, varying in appearance, skill level, and everything in between. We decided to put forth a “Getting to Know” series on some players who have attended events but still remain on the lesser-known side of things. Each of these prospects embody being a student-athlete and getting it done in the classroom as well as on the basketball...
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Tuesday Standouts from The John Wall, Part 1
Game 1Callaway vs. Northwood First game of the day and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Northwood came away with a 61-52 win in overtime. Each team had their chances to win the game at the end of regulation. Callaway played without their leader and playmaker (Keiveon Hunt) for most of the 4th quarter and overtime. Keiveon has the ability to create plays for himself and his teammates....
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Game Report: Seaforth vs. Northwood
On Tuesday night, Phenom Hoops traveled to Pittsboro as Seaforth hosted Northwood. It was a matchup that the entire city and state was looking forward to. It was a packed house, which was a reminder of just how special high school sports are with fans in the building. From the opening tip, Northwood set the tone on the defensive end, pressuring the ball and turning defense to offense. They...
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Northwood Advances to the NCHSAA 3A State Championship with Overtime Win over West Carteret
Tuesday night was loaded with regional finals that couldn’t be missed. In the NCHSAA 3A East Regional, West Carteret (11-2) hosted Northwood (13-2) for the chance to go to the State Championship. The first quarter started with West Carteret’s Jaxon Ellingsworth putting his team on the board first with a drop-off finish. Ellingsworth picked up right where he left off after his...
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Open Gym Report: Northwood High School
On Monday, Phenom Hoops travelled to Pittsboro, North Carolina to watch practice at Northwood High School. In his fourth season, Head Coach Matt Brown has quickly built a state contender. In his second season as head coach, the Chargers finished 19-10 in the 2018-2019 season with a trip to the 3A State Sweet Sixteen. Last season, Northwood won their conference with an overall record of 27-3 and...
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Northwood High School, “The Future is Now”
Last season, Northwood finished 27-3 and lost their top four scorers off the team. This upcoming season, Coach Matt Brown has to be excited about the incoming class of players. While Northwood may not match their total of 27 wins, Coach Matt Brown has plenty of optimism surrounding the talent of their underclassmen. Over time, this could become a very special group and one that could contend for...
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