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Proven Prospects for College Programs to Snag: Class of 2024 (Part 1)
2024 6’3 Felipe Patino (WS Christian): Patino should be a late target for many programs and it is easy to see why. Patino is a high IQ guard who can be a game-changer on the court, especially with his shot-making ability. He is excellent at getting to his spots and can knock down shots from a variety of levels, especially with his ability to hit shots from behind the arc. He is a...
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Why Carlos Vazquez is Deserving of Offers
The recruiting landscape has clearly become more and more unpredictable over the recent years. Sure, most college coaches have always walked to the beat of their own drum, and rightfully so, as they’ve earned the position to run their program how they desire. However, there are various prospects each year whose ability and recruitment simply don’t align. So many outsiders say errant comments...
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Three Rising Seniors Who Deserve More Offers
5’10 Quay Watson (Hopewell/Team United) Between his high school and the EYBL production, it’s difficult to make sense of Watson’s recruitment. During his junior year, he posted nightly averages of 23.7 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 4.5 APG, and 2.7 SPG with 56/47/84 shooting splits (on insane volume) while being the clear, undisputed leader for the Titans. Sure, he’s 5-foot-10 and not actively looking to rip...
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Phenom Hoops LIVE Recap: College coaches should have eyes on Team Loaded 336
Just because the LIVE period is over in April, doesn’t mean that Phenom Hoops is stopping their coverage, as we are bringing you a ton of post-event coverage as well throughout the coming weeks. Let’s dive into a few players and teams that we saw at the event, as we shed light on players that performed well throughout. Team Loaded 336 Each time we have viewed this team and program, they...
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Standout Performers at Phenom Hoops LIVE (Part Three)
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina for the second LIVE period of the travel ball season. Between the competition, college coaches, and talented prospects at every turn, there was plenty to enjoy. This article will take a closer look at some players who stood out with their play… 6’5 ’24 Carlos Vazquez (Team Loaded 336) Given how...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Challenge (Part 3)
2023 Ka’leel Stillman (SE Elite Gold 2024): Stillman was a new name for us at Phenom Hoops, but he had a lot of buzz surrounding him and his play. Hard to find a player at his size, but he also showcased his touch and feel around the paint, how strong he can be in finishing at the rim, he runs the floor extremely well, and makes his mark on the boards. Stillman really impressed and should...
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Phenom Challenge – Stars of the Weekend
2023 Ka’leel Stillman (SE Elite) Ka’leel Stillman is a freak of nature and is very athletic. He moves very well as a big man on defense and is a shot blocker for his size. He can finish around the rim and can rebound the basketball. Stillman was the best player from the 2023 class this weekend at the Phenom Challenge. He could definitely be a late steal for someone. 2024 Alex Atkinson Jr....
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Hoops & Dreams Top Performances
Here is a list of the top performers from the Hoops & Dream Showcase presented by Lucas Moore Realty. Please note these top performers are in alphabetical order by school. Fayetteville Academy6’5 2024 Xavier Johnson: 31 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists & 2 steals on Friday. 19 points, 1 rebound & 1 assist on Saturday. 6’4 2026 Jossiah Johnson: 22 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Hoops and Dreams Showcase
6’4 ’24 Jullien Cole (Richmond) There was a ton of buzz surrounding the Raiders and the return of their star, but Cole was arguably the most notable performer in this showing. He set the tone early on offense, largely carrying the load as a scorer through his ability to get downhill, finish, and convert at the line. Cole rebounded the ball at a consistent rate, forced a ton of turnovers, and...
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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Armad Moore #4: 5’11 ’26 Cameron Newman (Gaston Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who possesses an impressive level of poise and polish for his age, Cameron Newman. He’s a smart, skilled, unselfish point guard prospect with great balance and the ability to consistently make the right play with the ball in his hands. Newman displays a tight, crafty handle and...
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Stockrisers from NC Top 80 (Class of 2024)
Another outstanding North Carolina Top 80 event has come and gone, and the talent was fun to watch. Some of the biggest names were all under one building and so many players could be found making this list, but these are a few players from the Class of 2024 that really popped off with their play at the event. 2024 7’1 Harold Lee (Northwood Temple): A new name to really keep an eye on, Lee is one...
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Phenom Hoops Player Profile: Carlos Vazquez
Height: 6’5 Class: 2024 School: Wayne Country Day Travel Team: Team Wall Freshman Season: N/A Sophomore Season: 8.6 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 2.6 APG, 1.0 SPG, 70% FG What Was Recently Said: The East Carolina Phenomz are consistently among the better independent travel ball programs in the state, and this year’s squad is no different. While their entire team is worthy of...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Team Camp (Day 1, Part 2)
2024 Carlos Vazquez (Wayne Country Day): Every time I watch this young man’s game, I can just see a program finding ways to get him on the floor and for him to make plays in so many ways. At 6’5, he shows a little bit of everything, with his ability to impact the paint and attack the glass, create off the dribble for himself and score, operate and play multiple positions, etc. Really...
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“Getting to Know” 6’5 ’24 Carlos Vazquez
We’ve seen a lot of players come through our doors over the years, varying in appearance, skill level, and everything in between. We decided to put forth a “Getting to Know” series on some players who have attended events but still remain on the lesser-known side of things. Each of these prospects embody being a student-athlete and getting it done in the classroom as well as on the basketball...
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Getting a bigger picture of his game: 2024 Carlos Vazquez
Player: Carlos VazquezClass: 2024Height: 6’5High School: Wayne Country DayAAU: Eastern Carolina Phenomz 2024 6’5 Carlos Vazquez has been a name mentioned quite a few times over the last few months. We first started to notice his game with Wayne Country Day, where he was quietly posting double-doubles, displaying tremendous production, was active on the boards, and making plays mostly on the...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Challenge
2022 6’6 Mikhail Pocknett (WBC Elite Aria Paris): Pocknett may have had the best weekend out of everyone at the event and I’m sure there are a few college coaches that are taking a hard look his way more. In the two games we watched him, he was unstoppable, getting downhill, finishing through contact, getting to the line, pushing the ball in transition after a rebound, and all over the...
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Dawkins’ Dimes: Phenom Challenge Part 1
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6’3 2022 Joseph Thompson (Raising Young Men/South Central High School) Joseph has been amongst the more impressive players I’ve seen this weekend. He’s a well-built off-guard that shows comfort handling the ball and finding the lane. Rather than consistently looking for his own points, Thompson is comfortable making winning plays and finding teammates. 6’2 2022 Nicholas...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Challenge (Day 1, Part 1)
2023 Angelo Alexander (CC Elite 17u): Alexander did a nice job in mixing it up, creating off the dribble, finding ways to get inside the paint, and knocking down shots. Mixed it up nicely from multiple levels with his game and showed a confident pull-up game. 2024 Carlos Vazquez (Eastern Carolina Phenomz): Vazquez continues to be a name that pops up over the last year with his production level....
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NCISAA 2A Semifinal Recap: The Burlington School vs Wayne Country Day
In a rematch of last year’s NCISAA 2A State Semifinals, The Burlington School (28-7) would once again host Wayne Country Day (25-7). All season long, these two teams have been at the top of our private school rankings. 6’3 2024 Kobe George The Burlington School knew in order to win this game, they would have to make it very difficult on Wayne Country Day’s Collin Tanner, their...
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