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College-Worthy Guards: Cap City Charlotte
Cap City Charlotte has been a team with plenty of talent for college programs and they have proven that all summer long. Some names are now off the board, but there are two guards part of the Class of 2025 that have been incredibly consistent and should be on more college radars. 2025 Chris Rivens and 2025 Tyree White, both playing at Covenant Day, are two strong and talented guards who could be...
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Making a Statement this Summer: Cap City Charlotte
Talk about a team that has been making their presence felt, as Cap City Charlotte has been making an early statement this summer. This is a team that has clearly put themselves as a team to watch this summer and provides scholarship-worthy prospects. They have taken on the challenges early on and proven themselves that they mean business. We break down a few prospects that...
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Looking at More: Phenom March Madness
2025 David Anderson (Combine Academy): Anderson continued to shine as a big-time shot-maker and creator offensively for his team. On so many occasions, Anderson was able to create just enough space to find his shot from inside the arc or outside, just needing a small bit of space to get it off and knock it down. Shot the ball really well. 2025 Dylan Deluca (CC Elite): Deluca has been consistent...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Phenom March Madness (Saturday, Part 1)
2026 Robert Nyamongo (Basketpoint): The 6’5 big man certainly grabbed our attention to start the day, as he really showcased a strong feel as a big down in the paint. Nyamongo scored effectively around the basket with touch and both hands and was excellent in finishing through contact or simply being active on the boards. He has a lot of early tools that you love to see in a player at his...
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Bringing Value to the Court: Phenom Holiday Classic (Part 1)
2024 Felipe Patino (WS Christian): Programs and coaches are always looking for shooters and Patino can provide that instantly. He continues to come off the bench for WS Christian and can be an instant offense with his ability to get to his spots and his confidence from behind the arc. Doesn’t force much and plays within the offense, but can be a difference-maker if shots are falling. 2025...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Glenn Bynum #24: 6’2 ’25 Viktor Alao (Moravian Prep) Starting things off, we look at a player who is rapidly trending upward, Viktor Alao. He’s a smart, highly unselfish point guard prospect with an excellent combination of poise, playmaking instincts, and three-level scoring prowess. Alao knows how to control the action while picking his spots and getting others involved. He...
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Covenant Day continuing to make strides and build upon program
We continue our coverage from the Phenom Team Camp this past weekend, as we had a chance to look at several teams in action and get an early look at many. Another team that we wanted to dive in on was Covenant Day, a team that finished 14-16 overall but was a very competitive and scrappy team throughout the year. Many of those players return from last year, as the Lions are hoping to take...
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Start Noticing More: Carmel MLK Showcase
We at Phenom Hoops aren’t done with highlighting players that college coaches and others need to start looking at, so here are few juniors and sophomores that we believe should be on lists to watch more this season and into the summer. 2024 Ryan Soulis (Asheville School): I got a feeling that Soulis is going to be a name you start hearing a lot more about and will be catching on with college...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 7
Team 7 Coach: Austin Collins #7: 5’11 ’24 Keenan Wilkins (Christ School) Starting things off, we look at a player who has consistently made strides in his transition into a floor general, Keenan Wilkins. He’s a polished, skilled point guard prospect with the ability to fill it up in a variety of different ways offensively. That being said, Wilkins has made clear strides as a playmaker and...
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Stepping Up More: Class of 2025 from #HoopStateLeague (Week 1)
2025 Miles Leaks (Piedmont): Leaks is a name that we have mentioned quite a few times after this and we are going to continue to mention more. We have spoken plenty about his game and if you missed it, you can check out our article earlier this week here (Click Here). But Leaks showed poise in running the show, showed flashes of his vision and playmaking ability, and looks to clearly be the...
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Phenom Open Gym: Covenant Day
Phenom Open Gym: Covenant Day For first year head coach, Michael Laney, is without question the right person to help rebuild Covenant Day. First of all, Coach Laney is a man of faith, deeply committed to teaching the game the right way and is excited about the challenging opportunity that lies ahead. Playing in the NCISAA 4A Charlotte Independent Conference, he is literally being thrown...
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G3 Showcase Team Preview: Team CP3 15U
With the June and July Live Periods on the horizon, there’s no better time for teams to compete to gauge their ability against high-level opponents. Our G3 Showcase is slated to feature a heavy mix of independent organizations and shoe-circuit programs—so there should definitely be something for everyone in attendance. The circuit teams nearing their halfway point should ultimately...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Kenneth Bates #2: 5’10 ’22 Camian Shell (Winston-Salem Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who simply understands how to properly run a team from the point guard position, Camian Shell. He’s a smart, strong, undersized floor general with a quality blend of vision, quickness, and scoring ability from all levels. Shell is an excellent defender, especially for his...
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Freshman Watch: 2025 Chris Rivens (Covenant Day)
EAT 2025 National has been a very intriguing topic and team this season, as they look to be bringing some of the best young talent to the court this year, especially in the class of 2025. They have quite a few names that have captured the eyes of scouts and fans early on, and one name that you will learn more about (if you haven’t already) is 2025 Chris Rivens.
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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)
By: Sean Halloran 2025 Chris Rivens (Team EAT 2025 National) Rivens was impressive today, showing off his natural athleticism once he was in transition. He gave everybody a glimpse of what he is capable of once he develops into his body, and grows as a basketball player. He already has the intangibles to be a great guard at the next level. With a good frame and natural athleticism, his potential...
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Players that Impressed at NCISAA LIVE Period – Class of 2025
Phenom Hoops was on deck throughout the weekend at Forsyth Country Day for the NCISAA Live Period (Session 2), where teams throughout the state of North Carolina came to compete in front of college coaches. It was great to see all the teams and players in action over the weekend, as we are looking to bring you the stars and stock risers for each class from the weekend. We will continue with...
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CP3 Media Day: CP3 2025
The class of 2025 for Team CP3 is going to be a fun one to watch and Phenom Hoops got a chance to watch them in action recently during their media day. A few names that we have seen before and are already making some noise at the high school level but many of these you will continue to hear this summer. We dive a little bit into the roster here. Team CP3 2025 will be led by two...
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Phenom Open Gym: Covenant Day
A program that really is starting to make waves around the western part of the state, Covenant Day looks to be heading in the right direction. Coach Marty Parrish has done a tremendous job and is coming off a 17-win season but this may be his most talented team he has had. A blend of star power, skill, size, and ability, the Lions seems to be a program that many will want to get out and watch this year, as they are loaded with talent this year.
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