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Commitment Alert: 2023 Kaleb Siler commits to Western Carolina
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: Kaleb SilerClass: 2023Committed to: Western Carolina What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Offer-Worthy Seniors from Tyler Lewis Hoop Fest
6’8 Jajuan Nicholls (NC GBB) It’s difficult to find a reason as to why Jajaun Nicholls isn’t being recruited by more college coaches. He’s a strong, mobile post prospect with a steady presence on both ends of the floor. Nicholls possesses touch and can reliably finish with either hand around the basket or knock down the occasional midrange jumper. He gives consistent effort on the glass and...
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Top Performances from the Tyler Lewis Hoop Fest
Here is a list of the top performances from the Tyler Lewis Hoop Fest presented by Fit for Life 24. Calvary DayJaydin Spillman – 12 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block and 4 steals on Saturday. Isaiah Ramazani – 12 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists on Saturday. Carmel ChristianKaleb Siler – 20 points and 6 rebounds on Friday. Jaeden Mustaf – 18 points, 7 rebounds, 5...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Ricky Moore #5: 5’11 ’25 Mason Dobie (First Flight) Starting things off, we look at a player who showcased a very steady, reliable presence, Mason Dobie. He’s a tough, unselfish guard prospect with a high motor and the ability to produce from either backcourt position. Dobie handles the ball well, gets others involved, and can create off the bounce, but is also capable of...
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Stockrisers from NC Top 80 (Class of 2023)
Another outstanding North Carolina Top 80 event has come and gone, and the talent was fun to watch. Some of the biggest names were all under one building and so many players could be found making this list, but these are a few players from the Class of 2023 that really popped off with their play at the event. 2023 6’8 Torey Alston (Winston Salem Christian): Alston had a great day of basketball,...
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Phenom Open Gym: Carmel Christian
Phenom Open Gym: Carmel Christian Coach Joe Badgett is one of the premier high school coaches in the country! Period. Point Blank. Winning and Coach Joe Badgett go hand in hand and the defending NCISAA 4A state champion has once again put together a roster that will be a favorite to repeat as state champions. And to take it a step further, put Carmel Christian in the national conversation as one...
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Carmel Christian looking like a powerhouse once again
Phenom Hoops went over to Queens University recently to check out Session 2 of the NCISAA Showcase, giving us a chance to get an early viewing of a few teams and what they have to offer. One team that was certainly on our radar to check out was Carmel Christian, a program that is coming off a state title and has a chance to add another from what we saw. Let’s dive into what we saw. Carmel...
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NCISAA Championship Previews
After a season full of anticipation, the wait is finally over. We’ve reached playoff time after the first (somewhat) normal season since everything crashed due to covid. Between teams playing full schedules and the decreasing amount of general hysteria throughout the country, folks clearly wanted basketball to return. While some restrictions (masks, testing, etc.) still remain in place, this...
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A Closer Look: Phenom Hoops’ Rankings for North Carolina’s Class of 2023
It’s that time of year again. The high school season has nearly concluded and postseason play is set to begin very soon. As exciting as it is to chase and potentially win a state championship, the subsequent six months of travel ball will be the time for prospects to really shine. Whether positive or not, college coaches simply have more time and resources to properly evaluate (and offer) kids...
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#CCSMLK22 Game Recap: JL Chambers vs. Carmel Christian
It was a battle of the titans in this one, as two state title contenders looked to end a great day of basketball. Carmel Christian hit the home court and welcomed in JL Chambers and there certainly wasn’t a lack of talent on the court. Both teams came out looking to make a statement; early on it was 2023 Jaylen Curry was taking over early, getting to the line and using his speed to help...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Chick-Fil-A Classic (Tuesday, Part 1)
Grayson vs. Carmel Christian Grayson came out strong to hold the early lead but Carmel Christian’s defense in the second quarter helped them earn a 32-29 halftime lead. Both teams continued to battle in the second half, but the duo of Chauncey Wiggins and Tyrese Elliott helped lead Grayson to a big 65-58 victory between two very good programs. For Grayson, Elliott had a strong showing,...
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Phenom Open Gym Tour: Carmel Christian
Phenom Hoops continued their travel around North Carolina for the Open Gym Tour, then making a late-night stop at Carmel Christian. The Cougars had a special year last season but came up just short in their quest for a state championship. But Carmel is back on the court and ready for another chance to make a championship run. 2022 6’7 Cade Tyson will be looked at as one of the senior...
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“Getting to Know” 6’8 2023 Kaleb Siler
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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Player Standouts at Phenom 757 Showcase
5’9 ’22 Jarius Northam (Team Wall) Though undersized, Northam’s status as a useful next-level player should already be quite obvious. He’s so tough, quick, and scrappy, which allows him to consistently bother and outwork opponents with his defensive presence. Northam forces turnovers, pushes the break in transition, and showed the ability to set up others or attack the basket with ease. He also...
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Stock Risers of NCISAA (Session 2) LIVE Period – Class of 2023
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 the stock risers for the class of 2023.
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NCISAA Session 2 Standouts (Day 1)
Comeh Emuobor Phenom Hoops was on deck at Forsyth Country Day for the NCISAA Session 2 LIVE Period and it was great to see so many players in action playing in front of college coaches. Day 1 kicked off in what looked to be a terrific event, as these were just a few names that really captured my eyes on Friday night. Top Performer: 2023 Comeh Emuobor (Ravenscroft) Emuobor is a special talent and...
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Carmel Christian looking to reload and preparing for another big upcoming season
If you paid attention to high school basketball in North Carolina last season at all, you would have known how much fun it was to watch Carmel Christian on the court. A team loaded with talent looked almost unstoppable but they came up just short in earning another state championship. With the likes of Ben Burnham, Glenn Bynum, and a few others now gone, there are a few new names that will...
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Dawkins’ Championship Sunday Standouts from Phenom MC
By; DeAjai Dawkins 6’3 2022 Evan Smith (ACE Elite 17U) Evan has performed like a high-level guard all weekend, distributing and scoring at a balanced pace. He’s starting to create with less dribbles than before. This is one player that’s in a prime position to lead coming into this high school season, and his recruitment will likely benefit. 6’1 2022 Jazian Gortman (PCH Nightrydas 17U)...
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Rod Howard Select Media Day (14u and 17u)
Phenom Hoops continues to cover teams around the state and ones that fans will certainly see this summer with Phenom Hoops. Monday night, we headed out to watch Rod Howard Select 14u and 17u in action, a program that has a lot of intriguing talent to watch. Let’s break down each roster.
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Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Robert McCullough #0: 5’6 ’23 Myles Taylor (Waxhaw) Starting things off, we look at a player that contributed nicely despite being the smallest camper on this team, Myles Taylor. He’s a young, team-first guard prospect that provided a quality defensive presence at the point of attack. Taylor looked to attack and set up others whenever possible, but also showed a...
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