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Making A Name for Himself: 2025 6’4 Yasir Hall (Middle Creek)
Player: Yasir HallClass: 2025Height: 6’4AAU: Strong CenterHigh School: Middle Creek High School Junior Season Stats: 14.5ppg, 4.8rpg, 1.9apg In the months of June and July, we have seen plenty of players elevate their play and prepare to make their mark for the upcoming high school season. One player that caught my attention in the last few months has been 2025 6’4 Yasir Hall with Strong Center...
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A Hidden Gem: 2026 6’7 Cutter Sisk (Tennessee Tigers)
Player: Cutter SiskClass: 2026Height: 6’7High School: Beech HSAAU: Tennessee Tigers The Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE brought teams from all around the country to Bermuda Run (NC) and not only did it allow us to check in on names we knew but also learn a few new prospects to watch out for. One player that our scouts were blown away by and think that he could be a diamond in the rough was 2026 6’7...
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Putting on an Offensive Show: 2025 TJ Lewis and 2025 Carson Evans
There was plenty of talent on display at the Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE in Bermuda Run (NC) last week, and two guards that impressed and stood out with their offensive capabilities were 2025 TJ Lewis and 2025 Carson Evans. Both put on shows throughout the event, as they had multiple big performances. We wanted to dive into a bit more of their games and what we saw. 2025 6’4 Taurus Lewis (Carolina...
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Best Records from Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE
It was a great week of basketball for Phenom Hoops with the Summer Havoc LIVE, as teams from all over the country came to show out and capture the eyes of many. So many great teams were on display, and talent could be easily found at the event. Going back through some of the records, here are some of the top teams from the event that posted the best records. 17u Division: CP3 EYCL 5-0Team Gaters...
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College-Worthy Bigs from Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Part 2)
2025 6’7 Brennen Oldham (Rising Pros Training) Oldham is a 6’7 forward who is able to make his presence felt with his physical play, his activity, and playing with relentless energy. At his size, he does a nice job in staying active and using his athleticism to his advantage, embracing contact, being physical in the paint, staying active and showing good timing on the glass, and just finding...
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College-Worthy Bigs from Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Part 1)
2025 6’9 Nayte Spargo (Cap City Clutch) The 6’9 long prospect was an interesting one to learn about and watch, as he had a breakout-type game on Day 2 and earned more of our attention. Spargo has really good size but has the game that allows him to operate freely outside with a confident perimeter game as well as an overall skillset to make plays inside. He can knock down shots off the catch but...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Night)
2025 6’3 Pierce Hargraves (Sixers Basketball) Hargraves may have had the shooting performance of the event, as he absolutely put on a clinic with his ability to knock down shots and his confidence from deep. He has no hesitation in his ability to rise up from behind the arc and be a threat from three, as he ended his game with 12 3-pointers and finished with 36 points to lead his team. ...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Afternoon)
2026 6’8 Benton Welker (Q6 All-Stars) Talking about new names to learn about, 2026 6’8 Benton Welker from Florida has been able to garner some more attention his way. The blend of size and fluidity in his game brings a lot of intrigue, as he has a strong skillset, can create and make plays for himself, finishes well around the basket, and really is fluid overall on the court. He can be a tough...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Morning)
2025 6’1 Beau Harvey (Rising Pros Training) It was great to watch Harvey back in action and he certainly produced for his team. When talking about his game, one has to see that this is a tough-as-nails type of player who embraces competition and makes strong plays. Time after time, he was able to battle through defenders, create opportunities and get to the rim, and also capable of knocking down...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Part 2)
2026 6’3 Drayton Cockfield (Carolina Pressure) Cockfield continues to be a newer name that impresses me. Though he started out slow, he got things going and continued to really flourish his versatility on the court. Posting up down low, finishing at the rim, stretching the floor from the perimeter, or making plays off the dribble for himself, Cockfield shows that he can be an offensive option in...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 of Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE (Part 1)
2025 6’4 Yasir Hall (Strong Center) Hall continues to have a strong season and I believe that he is a college-worthy prospect with what we have seen so far. He has great size and feel for the game at 6’4, he plays hard and with a strong motor, can play multiple positions defensively, is active in the passing lanes, and really shows his ability to be an effective scorer, whether off the dribble...
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Cooper’s Notes: Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Part 1)
By: Cooper Hart 6’2” ’27 Chris Gomez (NC Spartans Neisler) Gomez is a recent addition to the 2027 class and he’s already one of the age’s more impactful and productive players. He’s a true combo guard that can create for himself and others at an exceptionally high level. His ball skills are incredibly mature for his age, already being able to act as a high-usage initiator. The handle is crafty...
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Under-the-Radar Prospects for NC Heels Elite
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. A local program that captured my eyes with their play was the NC Heels Elite, as there were two players that really impressed with their play...
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SW15H Elite making a statement and bringing intriguing talent to the court
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event, and what is great is that this team will be back in action this weekend at the Phenom Hardwood Classic. SW15H Elite, coached by Scott Wood, has been...
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Team Blessed brought new names to watch out for at Summer Havoc
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. Coming from Texas, Team Blessed looked to make noise and compete against some of the premier talent around the region. Though there were ups...
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Start Paying Attention to More: 2024 Cooper Kowalski (Charleston Raptors)
Player: Cooper KowalskiClass: 2024Height: 6’8School: First BaptistAAU: Charleston Raptors One thing is for sure, 2024 6’8 Cooper Kowalski from Charleston Raptors certainly had the attention of our scouts at Phenom Hoops at the Phenom Summer Havoc. Kowalski brings size along with a strong skillset that should cater to college coaches. When watching him in action, he was able to bring...
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Hidden Talent: 2024 6’6 Bo Koebbe (Eastern Carolina Phenomz)
Player: Bo KoebbeClass: 2024Height: 6’6School: Living Water ChristianAAU: Eastern Carolina Phenomz The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. Eastern Carolina Phenomz has been a team that has...
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Carolina Riptide Hickory 2025 clicking during the LIVE Period
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event, and what is great is that this team will be back in action this weekend at the Phenom Hardwood Classic. Carolina Riptide Hickory 2025 is coming off...
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Put on your Watch List: 2026 6’5 Nicholas Daniel
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. Carolina Clutch has been a staple with Phenom Hoops, bringing in some intriguing talent each time they take the court. A player that Phenom Hoops...
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2024 Caden Caskey and 2024 Patrick Penosky shine for ACE SD Elite Pena
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. ACE SD Elite Pena made some noise at the Summer Havoc with their play, as there were a few players that really opened up eyes to what they could...
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Bendel’s Best: Summer Havoc
On Thursday, Phenom Hoops traveled down to Fort Mill, South Carolina to host our annual Summer Havoc Live. Between Catawba Ridge, Fort Mill, Nation Ford, and Indian Land, there was talent across all age groups. College coaches attended and a considerable number of players saw their recruitment take a leap. Although there were several standouts over the four-day period, this article will take a...
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Looking for young bigs' 1of1 Rare has a few to keep track of
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. Though we only had a chance to watch 1of1 Rare for one day, there is still plenty of appeal with this team and what they have to offer. And one thing...
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Taking Notice of the Brantford Hawks (ON)
The Phenom Summer Havoc has come and gone, but that doesn’t mean the coverage stops there as we want to talk a little bit more about what we saw on the court throughout the last four days. Here are a few topics that I was able to view at the event. If you haven’t noticed as of late, Phenom Hoops has been shedding more light on the talent from Canada and that continued again this weekend down at...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Summer Havoc 2 (Part 2)
2024 Maleek Taylor (Upward Stars Pee Dee Regional): Taylor is a 6’5 athletic, long prospect that not only was a force offensively but made winning plays in a variety of other ways. Taylor played with a strong motor, always staying active and engaged, battling around the paint, and finishing strong around the basket time after time. He finished with 26 big points to lead his team, but he also...
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Player Standouts at Session I of Phenom Summer Havoc (Thursday/Friday)
6’7 ’24 Jerquarius Stainback (Midstate Magic) There have been a lot of intriguing prospects to come through this year’s Summer Havoc, but Stainback is basically in a league of his own. At 6-foot-7 with incredible length and an enticing level of skill, it’s easy to see the appeal. Stainback handles the ball very well for his size, makes solid passes, and utilizes his length to disrupt opponents...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 of Summer Havoc 2 (Part 1)
2024 Martez James (Team Blessed): James was a player that we saw on Day 1, and he impressed once again. College coaches need to be looking his way, as James can be a bully on the floor but also brings a lot of production. Love his intensity and motor, always playing hard, attacking off the dribble, getting in the paint, and is relentless on the boards. Another big showing for the young man. 2024...
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Reece’s Standouts: Phenom Summer Havoc (Session 1)
2025 Lincoln Jackson (NC Spartans) What’s great about Lincoln’s game is that he knows what his strengths are and makes the easy plays. He’s a physically demanding, mobile forward that easily finds service in today’s game with his ability to step in and find holes for dish offs or work as a perimeter piece in more spread out actions. His strength is practically unmatched, he’s fundamental in...
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Coach Jones’ Standouts: Summer Havoc (Session 1) (Day 2)
2025 6’8 Dylan Clark (Team MVL) – This young man is a stud! Very long and extremely athletic. Has a strong post-up game and will put it on the defenders head. He has great hands, anything he gets his hands, on is his. He is the anchor on defense for this MVL team. He’s constantly changing shots and getting multiple blocks a game. If I’m a college coach, I would be in the gym to watch this...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Summer Havoc (Part 2)
2024 Carter Bobbitt (Horry Select): Bobbit had a very good showing on Day 2 when we watched him, scoring 19 of his 25 points in the second half and doing so in a variety of ways. Bobbitt was a crafty scorer from multiple levels but doing most of his work knocking down shots with his mid-range shot as well as getting to the basket. The 6’4 brought a ton of production to the table to help his team...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Summer Havoc (Part 1)
2024 Bryson Heath (Warriors): Heath fit the name on his jersey; even though the game didn’t go the way he wanted, Heath really showcased his ability to create and use his speed to his advantage. Creating well off the dribble, Heath was able to get around defenders and make play after play, creating not only his own shot but setting up others. 2025 Jayden Little (NC Jayhawks): Little led the...
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