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Back on the Court and Flourishing: 2025 JD Bowden (Ambassador Christian)
Player: JD BowdenClass: 2025Height: 6’0School: Ambassador Christian 2025 JD Bowden has been a player rising up the ranks over the years and proving to be one of the more dynamic point guards in the state of North Carolina. And though he has faced some tough uphill battles as of late, he is back on the court and looking strong once again. Suiting up in a new jersey for Ambassador Christian,...
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Same Face, New Places: JD Bowden / Bradley Floyd on the move
There certainly has been some interesting news going around in North Carolina, as a few familiar faces will be suited up in different jerseys next season. 2026 6’5 Bradley Floyd and 2025 6’1 JD Bowden announced they would be on the move next season, bringing a few programs some elite talent for next season. We break down each and what they bring. 2026 6’5 Bradley FloydKings Mountain to...
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Proven Commodity: Why JD Bowden Should Remain a Priority for Division I Coaches
Now that the travel ball season is winding down, there’s no better time to highlight players college coaches overlooked during the recent months. Although JD Bowden lost most of his summer due to injuries, folks must remember everything he brings to a team as a smart, dynamic floor general. His recruitment began to take off last April and carried into the start of the high school season....
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NCISAA 1A State Championship Game Standouts
On Friday night, the Victory Christian Center Kings won their first state title since 2021, knocking off the United Faith Christian Falcons by a score of 48-44. The Kings were led by Xavier Perry with 12 points, followed by Justyn Whitfield and Myles Smith with 10 points each. The Falcons were led by a game-high 17 points from JD Bowden, followed by nine points from Dylan Deluca. Victory...
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Elevating their Game: 2025 NC Stockrisers
The Class of 2025 here in North Carolina is certainly interesting and is developing quite nicely, but there are a few guys that have stuck out in my head so far this season with their play. They have elevated their play and, in my eyes, have seen their stock rise since the start of the season. Again, this is purely in the eyes of the writer and has nothing to do with rankings. But here are a few...
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2025 JD Bowden (UFCA) seeing his stock rise
Year after year, we continue to see players that elevate their game and play, taking their game to another level than years past. One player that we have been watching carefully this season and have seen his game elevate from last year has been 2025 point guard JD Bowden at United Faith. This season, Bowden has been averaging 15.7ppg, 4.1rpg, and 7.1apg in just under 27 minutes of action,...
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United Faith has plenty of recruitable players to look out for
United Faith certainly made plenty of noise at the George Lynch Invitational, and getting a clear glimpse of what this team has to offer this year, this is a program that should be on several college coaches’ radars. Players of many levels that can help a team in the future, we dive into a few of the players that really earned our attention. 2025 JD Bowden: Bowden really impressed with his...
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Day 1 Standouts at George Lynch Invitational
2024 Jerin Truesdale (Myers Park): Truesdale was the leader for this team on Day 1, being a strong offensive presence offensively, making an impact in a variety of ways, being a playmaker as well as an offensive threat. I really like her IQ and her ability to lead the charge in an impressive showing to start the day. 2024 Sean Birmingham (Concord Academy): This team just looks and feels...
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Phenom Hoops Player Profile: JD Bowden
Height: 6’1 Class: 2025 School: United Faith Travel Team: Team Curry What Was Recently Said: It seems like numerous guys always stand out for this United Faith squad, and Bowden is usually among that group. Given his significance as a ball-handler and overall creator, it’s easy to see why. Bowden is a great playmaker with the ability to get downhill, touch the paint, and...
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Point Guards Leading the Charge: Phenom MDC
2026 Cameron Newman (Team Charlotte) Newman continues to shine as a young rising point guard here in North Carolina, and the future looks bright for him. Not only is he used to playing up against older players, but he also understands how to lead a team. Newman isn’t afraid of the bright lights, elevating his play to lead the charge, create his own scoring opportunities, and also knowing how to...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Anthony Morrow Shootout
6’8 ’23 Patrick Tivnan (Charlotte Catholic) Although there are plenty of unsigned seniors on display, Tivnan is likely the best big man available across the state. He’s very skilled with the blend of touch, footwork, and perimeter shooting to cause a ton of problems for opponents. Tivnan prefers to operate from the block, but can also be featured from the high post or atop the key. He’s tougher...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Anthony Morrow
2023 Patrick Tivnan (Charlotte Catholic): It was good to see the big man back in action; knowing what to expect with his game, he just sent a reminder of how dynamic he can be with his skillset. The 6’8 senior continues to show how poised he is on the court, displaying tremendous footwork and ability to create his own shot, stretch the court with his outside game, and using his frame to...
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New Names to Learn: George Lynch Invitational
What a weekend of basketball it was at the George Lynch Invitational presented by Phenom Hoops, as basketball fans were treated to some terrific basketball from teams around the region. Several players really elevated their play and we were able to learn a few more names that should be on the radar for so many. Below are a few players that really impressed and made a name for themselves. Sean...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from George Lynch Invitational (Day 1)
2024 Sean Birmingham (Cannon): Getting another chance to view the 6’8 forward and it has now been two games that he has impressed with his ability to be useful in stepping out and showcasing his fluid shot-making ability from the perimeter, but also making plays on the boards, creating and making good decisions/passes, and using his size to his advantage. He can really be a big matchup though...
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Phenom Open Gym: United Faith
United Faith has been a traditional basketball program at the NCISAA 1A level. Last season, they once again won another state championship and this year’s team looks poised for a repeat. First year head coach Darion Holloway, known as “Coach D,” has plenty to be excited about. Coach D has been with the program for four years and served as the associate head coach for the past three years. Upon...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom G3 Showcase
6’5 ’23 Bryce Cash (Team Curry) There are so many quality pieces within this talented Team Curry group, but Cash is quietly as valuable as anyone on the roster. We’ve seen him shine as an undisputed leader on plenty of occasions, but there’s something particularly impressive about his ability to produce within a role. Cash is a smart, strong, athletic guard with excellent toughness, defensive...
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