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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. WS Christian National
The season was coming to an end, as we were looking to crown another champion. Winston Salem Christian and Combine Academy, the No. 1 and No. 2 seeds, met up in a packed house on Saturday for a chance to be crowned champion. Combine Academy came out and delivered the first punch, finding success offensively and defensively. It allowed them to jump out to an early lead but WS Christian...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine Academy vs. Word of God
Game 2 on the day brought two powerhouses in Combine Academy and Word of God went at it in what was a HEATED showdown. Both teams came out with energy and looking to make shots; Word of God was led once again early on by ’23 Isaiah Coleman while ’23 Trentyn Flowers came out strong after his commitment to lead the way. Word of God was able to gain the narrow edge in the first quarter 19-15, but...
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Commitment Alert: Louisville snags big commitment from Trentyn Flowers, reclassifying to 2023
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: Trentyn FlowersClass: 2023Committed to: Louisville What Does It Mean: Louisville...
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John Wall Day 2 Standouts
6’0 2023 Amari Richardson (Panther Creek) Amari Richardson started off day two of The John Wall with a team-high 22 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals. The senior guard shot the ball extremely well from behind the arc, going 4-7 from three. Richardson has the ability to knock down shots both off the catch and the bounce. He has an extremely smooth release on his jumper. Richardson also...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at The John Wall Invitational (Part 1)
2024 Chris Uwayo (Panther Creek): Uwayo did a great job in helping lead the charge once again for his team. He was able to really showcase his feel in leading the offense, creating and pushing up the court, facilitating to his teammates, but also being a consistent scoring threat, especially with his ability to penetrate and get to the line. Finished with 19 points, 7 assists, and 5 rebounds....
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Undefeated Combine Academy Warranting Increased National Attention
Every year, the high school basketball landscape in North Carolina becomes more and more unpredictable. Between transfers and raw talent, any team is capable of losing on a given night. Perhaps that’s what makes Coach Wright and Combine Academy’s 14-0 start so impressive. Not only do they stand undefeated, but they’ve genuinely been thwarting opponents throughout the first part of the season....
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Player Standouts at Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic
6’3 ’23 Antonio Perkins (Northside Christian) Given the limited number of seniors on the roster, Perkins’ value should be pretty obvious. He provides a clear veteran presence with the IQ, experience, and leadership qualities to set the tone in a variety of different ways. Perkins is arguably the top shooting threat on the team, but also stands out through being steady, adaptable, and...
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Phenom Game Report: Combine Academy vs. Lincoln Charter
There is nothing like high school basketball getting underway here in North Carolina, as we had this date on our minds for quite some time now. Combine Academy, one of the top teams in the country, kicked off the season at home as they welcomed in Lincoln Charter, a team coming in with nothing to lose and looking to prove themselves in a big way. They did just that, as this game came down to the...
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Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy, A Second Look
Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy, A Second Look A team such as Combine Academy deserves a second look. A roster filled with high level prospects, first year Head Coach Mike Wright has plenty to be excited about. Walking into the two-hour practice a few minutes late, we could sense the energy in John Jordan Gymnasium. There’s no denying the fact, Coach Wright brings passion and the intensity...
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Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy
Phenom Hoops travelled to Lincolnton to cover Combine Academy’s open gym. ACC head coaches Steve Forbes of Wake Forest and Mike Young of Virginia Tech were in attendance along with assistant coaches from VCU, Western Carolina and College of Charleston. Head Coach Mike Wright has assembled a team that will be in the conversation as one of the premier high school teams in the country. Combine has...
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Combine Academy adds HUGE piece in 2024 Trentyn Flowers
What a Monday it was for the HoopState and the news that was coming in. One of the biggest announcements nationally on Monday night was the addition of 2024 Trentyn Flowers to Combine Academy, giving the Goats yet another big-time prospect to an already loaded roster. Flowers, who is a 6’9 prospect that brings a unique skill set to the table, will be joining a roster that already included 2023...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2024 Trentyn Flowers (Huntington Prep)
If you follow any recruiting updates, one player that you have probably seen blow up over the last year and has been a hot target for many programs as of late is 2024 6'8 Trentyn Flowers from Huntington Prep. One of the premier prospects in the region, Flowers has racked up offers from Tennessee, LSU, USC, Memphis, Georgetown, Kansas, Cincinnati, Iona, and others all in the last few months and it doesn't look like it will be slowing down.
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