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Phenom Game Report: Christ School clamps down on Legacy Early College
Christ School: 18-13(31)-9-18 : 58Legacy Early College: 6-24(30)-8-5 : 43 Christ School: Zymicah Wilkins 18pts, Madden Collins 11pts, Tyler Jones 10ptsLegacy: Lance Barnes 9pts, Braylen Langley 9pts Christ School Looked strong defensively Coming into this game, we kind of knew what to expect with most of the players that Christ School had coming into the season. Zymicah Wilkins, Madden Collins,...
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POB’s Best of the Best: SC Top 80
2027 6’6 Josh Leonard (Wilson) Coming into yet another Top 80 down in South Carolina, 2027 Josh Leonard proved once again why he is the top prospect in the state overall and nationally ranked by so many. The true blend of size, physicality, skillset, understanding, and feel for the game is quite impressive but he has been showing that consistently over the years. And what makes him scarier...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Jordan Parris #2: 5’7 ’24 Tylan Fowler (Laurens) Starting things off, we look at a player who produced extremely well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Tylan Fowler. He’s a smart, tough, high-motor guard with a lethal penetration sense and unselfish approach to the game. Fowler utilizes his tight handle and lightning-quick first step to effortlessly break down...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Underclassmen at the SC Top 80 (Class of 2026/2027)
2026 Lance Barnes (Catawba Ridge): Barnes continues to be a young player that I believe can help a program down the road, and is one that you want to have on the court. His blend of size (6’2), overall impact, his IQ, and skill set offer a lot to his team. He continues to shine as a versatile piece, one that provides a strong motor, one that can create and make plays for himself and others, and...
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Impressive Early On: Class of 2026 (South Carolina)
Mike Jones We start diving into prospects down in the state of South Carolina who has had an impressive season so far and who are only freshmen. These players have helped lead the charge for their team, and have put up strong numbers as well. Check out a few names that we have learned about, but also can shed more light on this season. Terrance Johnson (Stall) 2022-23 Stats: 21.9ppg, 6.6rpg,...
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South Carolina Freshman Forty Camp Evaluations: Team 12
Team 12 Coach: Stan Carpenter #53: 5’7 Kamauri Hunter (Heathwood Hall) Starting things off, we look at a player who really stood out despite being the smallest camper on this team, Kamauri Hunter. He’s a very smart, tough, scrappy guard prospect with sharp vision, a crafty handle, and the ability to score the ball in a variety of different ways. Hunter can reliably create for himself and...
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Upward Combine: New Names to Learn (Class of 2026)
Broderick Anderson What a weekend of basketball it was for Phenom Hoops. Not only did we continue our weekend coverage and platform with the HoopState League but we also had a great opportunity to head down to South Carolina to check out talent from around the region at the Upward Combine. Players from North and South Carolina were in attendance, as we were able to get a few updated viewings of...
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Player Standouts from Phenom Rise Showcase (Day 2)
by: Ethan Reece 2026 Jacquan Clay (Carolina Rockets)I’m not sure Jacquan knows how good he actually is. While he consistently produces on both ends, he keeps the same calm demeanor and timid nature, almost casually dominating without realizing it. He’s blessed with the natural athleticism and size to terrorize guys down low, especially as a defender. He can also put it on the floor and get...
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Player Standouts from Phenom Rise Showcase (Day 1: Part 1)
by: Ethan Reece 2026 Lance Barnes (Carolina Heights)Lance led the charge in many ways this morning, but none more so than with his ability to facilitate. He’s a long guard with great instincts as a rebounder that turned into leading the break with really smart decision-making. Saw the floor so well, impressive for a rising eighth-grader to know when to cut as well as read the defense so easily...
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