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2026 6’3 Aidan Able showing to be a complete player; provides recruiting update
2026 6’3 Aidan Able, from John Carroll High School, has already proven that he is one of the top prospects in his class for Maryland, and he has his eyes on showcasing more of his overall game. Known for his ability to score the ball, Able has his eyes in showing more of his overall feel and game, and that he is a complete player. But Phenom Hoops did get a good look at his game this past...
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2027 6’9 Charles Pur continuing to attract HM interest
2027 6’9 Charles Pur has been rising up the ranks not only in North Carolina but also nationally, as he continues to not only improve with his game but also continue to show that he has a chance to be one of the premier bigs in the region. His impact both offensively and defensively can be seen all throughout his time on the court, which is why schools are coming stronger his way. Patrick...
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2026 6’5 Cedric Haynes Jr. proves to be a D1 prospect for programs to look at more
The Phenom PG Nationals has come and gone, but we are still highlighting players that captured our eyes as well as talking about the latest going on with them. One of the top prospects that we saw at the event was 2026 6’5 Cedric Haynes Jr. with TD Prep, as he had an incredible overall event. Haynes finished the event averaging 34ppg, 10rpg, 4.3apg, and 2.7spg in leading his team and putting on...
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2027 LJ Smith garnering a ton of SEC, ACC attention; blue-bloods continue to show interest
2027 6’5 LJ Smith has clearly put himself as one of the premier prospects in the Class of 2027 here in North Carolina, already breaking records and earning big-time offers from programs around the country. But this just may be the start of what is to come, as he ahs a chance to continue to make history as well as earn big-time offers from nearby and around the country. Phenom Hoops was...
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2027 6’9 CJ Rosser earns North Carolina offer
It seems that North Carolina is looking to make some waves early on in its backyard with some of the premier talents from the area. We recently wrote about 2027 LJ Smith being in touch with UNC and making a recent visit to Chapel Hill. They also have had their eyes on 2027 King Gibson who is now at Montverde. And let’s not forget that there have been reports of the Tar Heels checking in on...
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5-Star 2026 Christian Collins talks more about development, national rankings, and recruitment
Looking at the Class of 2026 nationally, many will find 2026 6’8 Chrisitan Collins near the top of those rankings as he has been a fast riser but is also one that has proven his talent this season at St. John Bosco. Collins has been taking his game to another level, developing more as an overall prospect and college coaches have been noticing. He has been racking in the offers that include UCLA,...
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2025 MJ Williams is off the board, heading to Eastern Kentucky
Each and every time Phenom Hoops reports or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is 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: MJ WilliamsClass: 2025Committed to: Eastern Kentucky What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops: “Williams has...
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2026 6’8 Marco Varani (Elite Future Prep) showcasing big-time shooting ability
Photo Credit: Josh Millican Player: Marco VaraniClass: 2026Height: 6’8School: Elite Future Prep Recently at the National Prep Showcase in Rhode Island, Phenom Hoops had an opportunity to learn about a player we hadn’t seen before but were quite impressed with what he showed at the event. 2026 6’8 Marco Varani from Elite Future Prep is an intriguing prospect with his size and shot-making...
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2028 6’7 Devaughn Dorrough (CA) proving to be a force early on and a name to learn
Player: Devaughn DorroughClass: 2028Height: 6’7School: Monterey Trail HS Out in California, Phenom Hoops looks to highlight one of the premier talents in the Class of 2028, as 6’7 Devaughn Dorrough has clearly made a name for himself. He has the Mustangs of Monterey Trail HS sitting at 23-5 overall and he is leading the team with 16.9ppg, 9.2rpg, and 1.5bpg, all while shooting 62 percent from...
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2027 6’8 Steven McLeod (TX) catching eyes with his play this season
Player: Steven McleodClass: 2027Height: 6’8High School: Grand Prairie High School Back in 2023, Phenom Hoops was on deck for the Pangos All-South Frosh/Soph Camp, bringing some terrific talent to the court. One player that caught our attention was 2027 Steven McLeod from Grand Prairie HS in Texas. At the event, we had this to say about his game: “McLeod is an intriguing prospect to keep tabs on....
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2026 Kobe Edwards (Greenfield) looking to prove his leadership; talks UNC visit and recruitment
Player: Kobe EdwardsClass: 2026School: Greenfield One of the top guards in the state of North Carolina, 2026 Kobe Edwards has been continuing the strong tradition at Greenfield in producing some impressive talent. He is averaging nearly 23 points, seven rebounds, and six assists a game, as Greenfield has its eyes on another run at a title. Edwards has been one of the clear leaders and has proven...
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2026 6’3 Promis N’landu (Fort Erie) looking to be a premier PG to watch
Player: Promis N’landuClass: 2026Height: 6’3School: Fort Erie International Academy Phenom Hoops was able to tune in and watch some of the action this past weekend at the National Prep School Invitational, bringing some terrific talent to the national stage. Plenty of players made themselves a name at the event, and one player that sits near the top of that list was 2026 6’3 Promis N’landu at...
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2026 Miley Malcolm commits to Drexel
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: Miley MalcolmClass: 2026Committed to: Drexel What Has Been Said by Lady Phenom...
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Recruitment Update: 2025 6’9 Kuai Deng proving to be a late target
Player: Kuai DengClass: 2025Height: 6’9School: Patrick School (NJ) Schools all around the country are looking for those late steals and 2025 6’9 Kuai Deng has been making his mark as a late target for many programs. Deng offers a lot on the court and has really elevated his game. Most recently, scout Zach Smart had this to say about his game: “Wiry 6-9 F w/length, defensive tenacity as a rim...
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2027 LJ Smith excited about upcoming UNC visit
One of the top players not only in the state of North Carolina but also nationally ranked, 2027 LJ Smith has been proving why he is such a special talent this season. The Lincolnton product is having another huge season, averaging over 30ppg once again and putting on an offensive show. It is why schools are looking hard his way, as the 6’5 guard truly shines as an offensive weapon. Smith...
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Milligan building a strong, underrated recruiting class with recent commits
Milligan has been in the news as of late, as this is a program that has been working hard on the recruiting trail and has quietly earned a strong and underrated upcoming class coming in. 2025 Ahmari Hicks was the first to announce but as of late, 2025 Jake Benham and 2025 Liviu Anton have both announced their commitments to the program. Hicks and Benham will certainly give this program...
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2026 LJ Rush (1of1) continuing to make a statement this season
Player: LJ RushClass: 2026School: 1of1 Academy Certainly, a talent in North Carolina that deserves the attention of many college programs, 2026 LJ Rush of 1of1 Academy has been having a strong season and proving his talent. One of the more electric and speedy guards in the state of North Carolina, Rush has been flourishing in leading the charge for his team. When you talk about his game, his...
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2026 6’7 Frank Oguche (1of1) talks first D1 offer and more
Player: Frank OgucheClass: 2026Height: 6’7School: 1of1 Academy A new name that has come into the state of North Carolina has been 2026 6’7 Frank Oguche, as he has been suiting up and making noise for 1of1 Academy. Coming from Australia, Oguche has shown potential with his game, being a versatile piece, being able to guard and play multiple positions, and showing that he can be an effective...
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2025 6’10 Cedric Taylor looking to make a decision soon
Player: Cedric TaylorClass: 2025Height: 6’10School: Huntington Prep Programs are still looking to make some noise as far as recruiting in the Class of 2025, and 6’10 Cedric Taylor is a player of interest for many. Taylor, a prospect from Huntington Prep, announced an offer from Georgia State and added one from FIU earlier. He also visited Old Dominion recently, as reported by several media...
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2027 6’5 Brandon Mason Jr. becoming more of a household name
Player: Brandon Mason Jr.Class: 2027Height 6’5School: Albuquerque Prep With several 2027 rankings being released from outlets, Phenom Hoops recently got in touch with a rising prospect and one that is starting to earn a lot more attention his way. 2027 6’5 Brandon Mason Jr., the son of Brandon Mason who played at New Mexico State from 1999-2003, has been taking his game to another level this...
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2025 MJ Williams (Farmville) should have the attention of many
Player: MJ WilliamsHeight: 5’11Class: 2025School: Farmville Central Time after time, we hear from college programs still looking for some of the best talent still available in yearly classes, and the Class of 2025 has plenty of talent available. Whether you need guards, wings, bigs… there are names to be found, and Phenom Hoops is here to highlight these players. One player who has constantly...
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2026 6’9 Heimir Helgason (Asheville School) trending as a national prospect to watch
Player: Heimir HelgasonClass: 2026Height: 6’9School: Asheville School Season Stats (per MaxPreps): 20.2ppg, 7.2rpg, 2.5bpg With the Class of 2025 starting to wrap up (but there are still plenty of names college programs should be looking at), we are starting to look at the Class of 2026 here in North Carolina. One player that I find incredibly interesting to watch and full of potential is 2026...
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2026 Kohl Rosario Rising Up the Ranks, Attracting HM offers and interest
Player: Kohl RosarioClass: 2026School: Moravian Prep Whether it has been from recruiting news or highlights, 2026 6’5 Kohl Rosario has been a player making waves in the news feed. He has been attracting several big-time schools his way, securing some impressive offers as of late, or you have seen one of many of his highlight films. Either way, Rosario has been rising up the ranks and making a...
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UNC gets its guy as Top-10 prospect Caleb Wilson is heading to Chapel Hill
Player: Caleb WilsonClass: 2025Height: 6’9School: Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Committed to: North Carolina This is the third commitment for North Carolina in 2025, joining Isaiah Denis and Derek Dixon National Rankings ESPN: #6 Nationally On3: #6 Nationally 247 Sports: #9 Nationally Rivals: #5 Nationally What Does This Mean for North Carolina This is certainly huge news for North Carolina,...
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2029 King Bacot receiving offers early on; proving to be a premier young talent
Player: King BacotClass: 2029Height: 6’3School: John Marshall There just aren’t too many prospects in the Class of 2029 that are receiving the early attention like 2029 6’3 King Bacot has already. The younger brother of North Carolina’s Armando Bacot, King Bacot is paving his own path early on and proving to be one of the premier prospects in his class early on. Phenom Hoops has had an...
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Butler continues to rack in talent, earns commitment from 2025 6’6 Efeosa Oliogu
Player: Efeosa OlioguClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: William Academy Committed to: Butler Oliogu is the fourth commitment for Butler, now joining Azavier Robinson, Jack McCaffery, and Jackson Keith What Does This Mean for Butler This is a huge get for Butler, as it not only continues a huge 2025 recruiting class but it also gives the program a very good recruit that should be able to flourish in a...
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High Major Programs Already Targeting 2028 Chase Smith
Player: Chase SmithClass: 2028School: Queens Grant One of the biggest bright spots when talking about the Class of 2028 has been the play of 2028 6’8 Chase Smith from Queens Grant. The big man has been an early force in the paint, showcasing his ability to score, bully, and impact the game around the basket. On several occasions, he has been a standout with the latest coming from the New...
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2026 6’6 Alexander Egbuonu enjoys Marquette official visit; talks latest in recruitment
Player: Alexander EgbuonuClass: 2026Height: 6’6School: Lawrence Academy Phenom Hoops’ latest recruiting news surrounds a rising prospect up north, as 2026 6’6 Alexander Egbuonu has been seeing an uptick in his recruitment with new offers coming in since this summer along with visits. Egbuonu has added offers from Mississippi State, Xavier, Marquette, Auburn, Penn State, Boston College, West...
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2027 Jordan Page continuing to lead the way at Broughton
2027 Jordan Page has certainly earned his name around the state of North Carolina, as he is regarded as one of the top prospects in his class both regionally and nationally. And with the John Wall Holiday Invitational right in his backyard, it was another opportunity for many to watch this young talented prospect in action. Page started to really break out last year at the John Wall, so it...
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D1 Schools Take Notice Now: 2026 6’7 Cutter Sisk
Player: Cutter SiskClass: 2026Height: 6’7School: Beech HS (Tennessee) Phenom Hoops’ job is to provide eyes and recognition of players’ game around the country, giving them a platform to shine on the biggest of stages. A player who was incredibly impressive this past summer and left a lasting memory was 2026 6’7 Cutter Sisk, and we are here to say that D1 schools should be recruiting hard. At the...
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