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Commitment coming soon for 2022 G Paul Lewis
It seems that a program is going to grab themselves a talent on Sunday, as 2022 guard Paul Lewis recently announced that he would be committing to a program. The Bishop O’Connell prospect has seen his recruitment hit another level this past year, with a few high-major programs recently offering and others joining in. But it seems that he has found his future home.
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Valparaiso a perfect fit for 2021 Darius DeAveiro
Valparaiso has done a terrific job in finding talent, especially from Canada. They already have Daniel Sackey, who is from Winnipeg and they have now secured a commitment, hopefully with their future point guard in Darius DeAveiro. The connection that the staff and DeAveiro developed over the last year or so played a critical factor in his decision, along with the background Valparaiso has with...
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Commitment Alert: Clemson adds commitment from 2021 Ian Schieffelin
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: Ian SchieffelinClass: 2021Committed to: Clemson What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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2021 Glynn Hubbard coming back stronger and ready to show his game
Now, back fully healthy, Hubbard is looking to show why he is a guard in the state of North Carolina that college coaches should be taking a look at more.
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Phenom 1-on-1: 2023 6’4 Jahnathan Lamothe
A 6’4 guard out of Baltimore, Maryland, 2023 Jahnathan Lamothe has been a big name this summer and one that has really seen his recruitment take a significant jump this summer as several big schools have entered his recruitment early on. Nearly holding double-digit offers already, Phenom Hoops reached out to Lamothe to check in and see how his summer went and who could be the next schools...
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Commitment Alert: 2021 Carter Whitt continuing to play in NC, commits to Wake Forest
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: Carter WhittClass: 2021Committed to: Wake Forest What does Wake Forest Get: First...
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Commitment Alert: 2021 Will Felton heading to Arizona State
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: Will FeltonClass: 2021Committed to: Arizona State Announcement: First, I would...
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Phenom Spotlight: 2021 6’9 Jalen DeLoach
It had been some time since we have seen DeLoach but Phenom Hoops got their latest glimpse of the 6'9 prospect at the Phenom LIVE in Spartanburg and he certainly impressed with his game. T
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Get to Know: 2021 PJ Edwards (Liberty Heights)
Liberty Heights certainly looks to be a program that fans will want to watch. Loaded with talent at multiple positions, one may have missed that they did add 2021 6’5 PJ Edwards, as he announced that he would be coming to North Carolina.
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2022 Josiah Davis (Teays Valley) looking to build on his game
2022 6’3 Josiah Davis is one to really start watching if you haven’t and he plays for a program that certainly has had talent… could he be the next high-major prospect?
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Phenom Profile: 2021 6’9 Chase Mckey (The Skill Factory)
At the Phenom LIVE event, we got a chance to watch 2021 Chase Mckey who is a 6’9 versatile prospect on the court. He captured our attention with his blend of handles, ability to play and defend multiple positions, and scored in an array of ways.
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2022 Nolan Hodge gets first offer on the board
One of the more underrated prospects in the state of North Carolina FINALLY got his first Division I offer and it could just be the start. 2022 6’6 Nolan Hodge, who played this summer with the NC Gaters, consistently produced time after time on the court this summer with his scoring ability and has earned the attention of college coaches, one of which that recently offered.
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2021 6’3 Christian Wright reminding everyone about his game
One of the more underrated guards in the state of Georgia, 2021 6’3 Christian Wright is quickly reminding everyone about his ability and game on the court. This is a young man that averaged nearly 20 points per game as a junior before missing his entire season due to a torn labrum.
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A new big man in North Carolina: 2022 6’10 Christ Essandoko
It is going to be an exciting season in North Carolina, especially with the number of new names that will be in action. The list of players that you will want to see is impressive but there is a big center that you will want to add to that list in 2022 6'10 Christ Essandoko at Winston Salem Christian.
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Natural born scorer: 2023 6’4 Isaiah Washington
Down at Pine Forest high school, 2023 6’4 Isaiah Washington quickly made a name for himself as a freshman this past season. Showing to be a tremendous scoring guard with size, Washington averaged nearly 16 points and 5.5 rebounds per game last season.
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2023 6’8 Elijah Strong continuing to stretch his game out
It has been nearly a year since getting our first look at 2023 Elijah Strong at Myers Park open gym. Then, you could see he was a young prospect but one that could easily continue to develop and have the attention of college coaches.
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Player Spotlight: 2021 Julian Mackey (The Skill Factory)
A new name that was brought to the attention of Phenom Hoops this past weekend at the Phenom LIVE, 2021 6’3 Julian Mackey from The Skill Factory has a lot of intrigue with his game.
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2024 Brayden Crump starts his recruitment off in a big way with SEC offer
He may be young but it seems that schools are already seeing the potential of what he could be down the road. Texas A&M reached out to Crump’s high school coaching staff to inform them that they would be offering.
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Energy and a tough mentality: 2021 Jamarii Thomas proving himself this summer
You can write this down if you haven’t already, there aren’t many players out there that play with a bigger chip and something to prove than Jamarii Thomas; he brings that mentality every time he steps on the court.
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2023 6’9 Carter Lang making noise in Virginia
If you’re in the state of Virginia, St. Anne’s Belfield School is a program that you will want to see down the road. You have already heard 2022 Justin Taylor, who is racking up offers left and right from high-major programs.
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Showing more with his game: 2021 6’5 Taihland Owens
A player that Phenom Hoops hasn’t seen enough of but learned a lot about his game, 2021 6’5 Taihland Owens really impressed us with his blend of size and skillset on the court at the #PhenomStayPositive.
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Tennessee Tigers 2021 duo captures eyes at Stay Positive
In this piece, two players that really captured the eyes of our scouts this past weekend in Spartanburg were 2021 6’7 Alex Rush and 2021 6’7 Sam Specht. Two players with good size but bring different types of games that certainly should find their way to the next level.
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INTERVIEW: POB Goes 1-on-1 w/ Elijah Wilson (Carolina Basketball Academy) on Recruitment + AAU SZN!
2021 Elijah Wilson from Carolina Basketball Academy sits down with Patrick O'Brien to discuss it all. From playing this year in North Carolina, his mentality and what he likes to bring to the court, his best memories this summer with Team EAT, and more. He also discusses his latest recruitment, as Mississippi State is the latest to offer but several other Power-5 schools are showing strong interest. Who could be next and when is he looking to decide? He discusses it all with us!
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2022 6’7 Jalen Carruth adds first ACC offer from Clemson
It seems that Clemson had their eyes on 2022 6’7 Jalen Carruth from Bella Vista Prep and on Wednesday, they provided him with his second offer, one that he is certainly excited about.
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Catching up with 2022 6’3 Korey Richardson
It has been an exciting summer for 2022 6'3 Korey Richardson, despite everything going around. Richardson has been making an even bigger name for himself on the court this summer, impressing national scouts and college coaches. Which why we think it is only a matter of time for his recruitment to take off even more than it has.
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INTERVIEW: POB Catches Up with NY Native Jai Smith on Transferring to the #HoopState + Recruitment!
Check out our latest episode of Phenom Focus featuring Jai Smith, a 6'9" forward from NY and recently announced his transfer to Bull City Prep in NC. Smith has been one of the hotter names on the recruitment trail as hes been offered from the likes of WV, Ole Miss, TXAM, Alabama, among others.
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Man on a mission: 2021 6’4 Nygell Verdier
Being part of the success at Independence over the years, now 2021 6’4 Nygell Verdier is hoping to continue his success at his next venture at TLAP Sports Academy this upcoming season. And it seems like he is getting an early start this summer, playing for Anthony Morrow Elite. Verdier brings a lot of intrigue with his game. At Independence, he showed that he could be productive on...
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Commitment Alert: DePaul lands big-time target in 2021 David “Deivi” Jones
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: David “Deivi” JonesClass: 2021Committed to: DePaul What Was Said by Phenom...
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Interests continue to rise for 2022 6’6 Jaden Daughtry
At the Summer Finale, 2022 6’6 Jaden Daughtry was a name that continued to pop up for many scouts. Playing for BWSL Team Marsh, Daughtry has an intriguing game that he brings to the table with his size and ability to create mismatches. Watching his game, he continued to show that he could create for himself and get to the rim, putting the ball on the deck and attacking defenses. With...
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2023 Blue Cain earns SEC offer; high-majors taking notice
You’ve seen the highlight films on social media and you certainly won’t forget his name; 2023 Blue Cain is already earning some impressive offers and more schools are not far behind. Cain is a big-time slashing guard that has a tremendous athletic ability on the court. He has a natural feel to his game and plays with an aggressive nature on the court.
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