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2024 Bo Koebbe does what is needed to win
By: Kevin Moses 2024 Bo Koebble is the ultimate blue-collar stud. This gem is so skilled that he is a game-changer every minute he is on the floor. His defensive energy is incredible, and he is a solid scorer. He is also a magnet for rebounds and loose balls in and around the lane. He can knock down shots with ease but also never forces or takes bad shots. With his high offensive IQ, Koebbe is...
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Pro One Select TN 15u showcases bright young talent at Coach Rick TOC
By: Kevin Moses Pro One Select 15u played up in Bermuda Run at the Coach Rick TOC presented by Phenom Hoops and we were quite impressed with what we saw from them. These kids played hard-nosed high IQ basketball. They won their first game in blowout fashion. Then, in a game they were undersized, they were swarming all over the bigger offensive players and were relentlessly getting after the...
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POB’s Strockrisers at the Coach Rick TOC (Part 2)
2026 Sam Quebedeaux (Team Push): Quebedeux had a very good showing all throughout the Coach Rick TOC and should be a name that more people start learning as he heads into the upcoming high school season. At the event though, he was a very good scoring presence consistently throughout and did so in a variety of ways. He plays under control and at a great pace, sees/reads the floor well, is a...
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POB’s Strockrisers at the Coach Rick TOC (Part 1)
2025 Cam Flippen (Team PUSH): When talking about players that really impressed me at the event, Flippen is one that continued to pop up in my head and he was consistent all weekend long. When you talk about this young man’s game, you know what you are going to get; a player that competes brings a strong defensive presence, plays with a physical feel, attacks well off the dribble, helps run the...
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Phenom Profile: 2025 6’6 Justice Mitchell
By: Kevin Moses 2025 6’6 Justice Mitchell was playing like a man among boys and was on a mission to dominate every game. Mitchell was a beast on both ends, earning MVP honors twice including the championship game. The young man was clutch this weekend delivering the fire needed to seal the deal. In game 1, Mitchell finished with 17pts, 1 block, and 1 steal. He then followed that up with 19pts....
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2025 Miles Leaks deserves more recognition
The Class of 2025 is shaping up quite nicely, but there are still plenty of players that should (and will) be getting more looks their way. One player that I personally believe should garner more attention throughout the state is 2025 Miles Leaks from Piedmont high school and from Upward Stars Carolina. When you talk about his presence on the court, Leaks is one that understands how to help run...
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Reece’s Standouts: Coach Rick’s TOC
2025 Kellen Karr (Riptide Hickory) The most important thing to have offensively in today’s game is options, and Kellen has all kinds of them with how he’s able to easily switch up his approach and which hand he’s using to make plays. He’s a very comfortable left-hand passer, seeing over the defense and whipping around cross-court passes to find guys spotting up or cutting. His size, pace, and...
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Phenom Profile: 2025 Isaiah Blair
By: Kevin Moses 2025 Isaiah Blair lived up to his handle (@MrDoitAll111). This gem was most impressive defensively as he was a tenuous defender with crazy speed. When opponents thought they had him beat, the ball quickly went the other way. Isaiah scored efficiently, never really forcing anything. Isaiah mixed it up on the boards, dropping a few nice dimes, and was consistent across the board...
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2024 Chol Machot (WS Christian) taking the next steps with his game
Another great weekend of basketball for Phenom Hoops at the Coach Rick TOC, as we had a great opportunity to check in on a few players that we haven’t seen in a while. One of those players was 2024 7’0 Chol Machot, a player that came in last year to Winston Salem Christian but has clearly been putting in the work to take his game to another level. Coming over to the US and making his...
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Keep an eye out more for 2024 David Mirikwe
Summer is ending but that only allows us to highlight players that have really had an impressive summer overall. Which is exactly what we are going to be doing for the next few weeks. One player that we have been impressed with this summer on several occasions is 2024 6’1 David Mirikwe, who plays at Chapel Hill high school and has led the charge for Team Stacked this summer. We had...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Coach Rick’s TOC (Part 2)
2027 Sean Nix (Team Dominate): What a showing this young man had, going for 42 points to lead the charge and doing all he could for his team. He was able to score in a variety of ways, creating off the dribble, finishing strong, showing his jumper, and also finding ways to get to the line. But I like what Cooper Hart also said, as he played within the offense and looked to get others involved...
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Player Standouts at Coach Rick’s TOC
7’0 ’24 Chol Machot (Winston-Salem Christian) There were a lot of impressive performers on display, but Machot was arguably above the rest. He’s an extremely long, mobile big man with touch, athleticism, and interior instincts on both ends of the floor. Machot finishes above the rim, rebounds with consistency, and alters shots at a high volume. He also spaces the floor and runs well in...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Coach Rick’s TOC (Part 1)
2024 Cal Barrett (NC Spartans Liles): Barrett is a 6’9 prospect that can be effective and used in a variety of ways on the court. He operates very well in pick-and-pop situations, knocking down mid-range and stepping out behind the arc. But with his size as well, he can be a nice presence in the paint and on the boards. An underrated talent to look at more in my opinion. 2026 Sam Quebedeaux...
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Pure Dominance: PSB Larkin
Chemistry is such a significant part of basketball. It’s intangible and immeasurable but can often be the ultimate factor for a given team’s success or ceiling. Due to this, we’ve seen teams comprised of quality players overthrow “better” opponents countless times throughout all levels of the game. Obviously, talent is required, but this is why games are played instead of determined on paper....
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Upward Stars program brewing something special with the Class of 2025
The state of South Carolina has had plenty of talent come through and it seems that that trend should only continue with what we saw in Rock Hill at the Coach Rick’s TOC. Several of our scouts at Phenom Hoops got an updated viewing of the Upward Stars 3SSB 2025, as this team showed that they have something special brewing and have some big-time talent coming through the program. When watching...
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Start noticing more of: Coach Rick’s TOC (Class of 2024)
2024 Jayden Pretty (Carolina Pressure): Pretty was consistent all week long in Rock Hill, as the 6’6 prospect from Carolina Pressure really opened eyes in how big of a difference-maker he could be. It seemed like the forward had his hands in everything, finding ways to get his hands on the ball, always moving well without the ball, displaying a tremendous motor in the paint and on the boards,...
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Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC: Class of 2023 (Part 2)
2023 Jacob Tiller (Team Swish): Tiller was a consistent presence on the court and really showed that he can lead the charge offensively. But outside of his offensive capabilities, Tiller showed that he is a hard-nosed, tough, and a player that leaves it all out on the court. He plays with high energy, brings good athleticism, and plays with a chip on his shoulder. Offensively though, he...
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Noteworthy Bigs to start eyeing more from Coach Rick’s TOC
2023 6’10 Tai Hamilton (ACE Elite): Hamilton has been a name popping up more and more this summer and deservingly so. At 6’10 and with his fluidity, there is certainly a place for him at the next level and he is one big that you can still work with and develop. But he utilizes his length well, whether it is being active on the boards or protecting the rim, but he also runs the floor well at...
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Big Performances from well-known players: Coach Rick TOC
2024 Jason Asemota (Run the Citi): Asemota came in as one of the premier headliners for the event, as the nationally ranked 5-star had all eyes on him and he performed extremely well. With this being our first viewing of the 6’9 prospect, one could see why he was so highly regarded in his class and could even rise up the ranks even more. Asemota though showed it all; whether it was...
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Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC: Class of 2023
2023 Cooper Marcum (Team HOPE): Marcum was a name that we heard popping up quite a bit throughout the week at the Coach Rick’s TOC, as the two-sport athlete really was able to put his game on the court on display. The physical guard made so many plays, being strong with the ball in his hands, making plays in transition, getting to the basket and finishing strong, but also getting everyone...
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Reece’s Standouts: Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 5)
by: Ethan Reece 2026 Michael Jones (Elite 1)Michael created an emphatic presence with his persistent quick and crafty ball handling. He showed he can break down and get by defenders in 1v1 scenarios but was also great in the open floor with his dynamic explosiveness. He’s more than comfortable in a high speed game getting up and down the court making the calls, and to think that he’s only a...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 3)
2024 Reece Ketron (GATA): The 6’9 forward was a nice presence down in the paint for his team, using his length well to his advantage and staying engaged on the floor. The forward moves well, running the floor on both ends, getting to his spots in the post, showing a nice feel with his back to the basket, and being extremely active on the boards. He created multiple second-chance opportunities...
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Reece’s Standouts: Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 4)
By: Ethan Reece 2024 Will Fowler (Upward Stars Upstate)The sooner teams figure who fulfills this role on their team like Will does, they will immediately see a boost in their offense and a level of balance across the scoresheet. He’s a tough minded, pass first point guard who consistently looks to share the wealth and get everyone involved. He makes quick quality reads off the bounce, and even...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 2, Part 2)
2025 Bryce Slay (Charlotte Royals Orange): The young man really stepped up for his team when they needed him, as he was absolutely feeling it from the perimeter especially in the second half. Slay is an intriguing prospect at his size; at 6’5, he really shows that he can be a big threat in getting to the corners, stretching the defense, and being a huge threat from the perimeter. On the day,...
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Player Standouts at Day Four of Coach Rick’s TOC
6’3 ’23 Jacob Tiller (Team Swish) There are numerous appealing prospects on Team Swish, and Tiller is arguably as appealing as anyone. He’s a bouncy, shot-making guard who plays with a constant chip on his shoulder. Tiller can score from all levels, work with or without the ball, and meet opponents at the rim on either end of the floor. He’s a solid rebounder with useful vision and overall...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 2, Part 1)
2026 Michael Jones (Elite 1 Gold): This is a young rising guard that you will want to start to jot down and watch in the near future. Jones though put on a show to help lead his team; whether it was showing off his speed in the open floor, his shiftiness and ability to create off the dribble, or finding ways to score whether it was knocking down shots from outside or finishing tough shots...
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Reece’s Standouts: Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3)
by: Ethan Reece 2025 Dashaun McKoy (Carolina Rockets)Dashaun plays with serious springs in his shoes, showing off legit hops with every opportunity. He was a full swat force by himself, flying in from out of nowhere for blocks. And he did it fearlessly too, going after every single one and typically coming away with clean rejections on guys who had proven they could hammer it. He’s got the...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 1, Part 2)
2024 Keenan Wilkins (Charlotte Royals): Wilkins certainly did turn it up a notch in the second half, as he scored 21 of his 24 points to lead his team to a victory. The quick guard made timely plays, especially off the dribble, and used his speed to get by defenders and finish with touch around the basket, but also continue to show his unlimited range with his jumper. A 2024 guard that really...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 1, Part 1)
2023 Jordon Nevill (Team HOPE 2023 Chris): Nevill came in with a reputation as a shooter and he showed that once again, really being one of the most consistent threats from outside at the event. He has an effortless shot from three and has the ultimate green light; but he also display good decision-making, found the open spots, got out in transition well, and scored in other areas of the floor....
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Player Standouts at Day Three of Coach Rick’s TOC
6’8 ’22 James Morrow (North Florida Elite) It’s somewhat perplexing to see Morrow still available in July, as he clearly possesses a scholarship-worthy identity. He’s a long, athletic post prospect with a muscular frame and active two-way motor. Morrow finishes, rebounds, alters shots, and moves well for his size. He also showed the ability to knock down jumpers as needed. 6’3 ’23 Joltin...
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