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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Cam Corey #20: 6’2 ’26 Chaise Smith (Washington) Starting off, we look at a player who possesses a smooth, dynamic identity, Chaise Smith. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect who can run a team and apply scoring pressure in a variety of ways. Smith showcased a high IQ, polished creation skills, and lethal penetration sense. He finished around the basket and knocked down shots at a...
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Could Ben L. Smith be a sneaky watch this season?
The season is quickly approaching here in North Carolina, as we are diving into topics and what to watch for around the state. One team that I’m going to have my eyes on this season as a sneaky team that could make a run is Ben L. Smith, as they have added some strong talent to a good talent. When talking about this team, 2025 Kenny Miller looked to be the clear leader for this team coming into...
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Names to Watch in Phenom Hoops 2025 NC Rankings
The latest rankings for 2025 in North Carolina have been released from Phenom Hoops, as this is a loaded class of talent for a variety of levels. There are plenty of familiar names that you will see, but here are a few players that I’m eager to see more and to see if they could see an uptick this upcoming season. 2025 Rankings: https://www.phenomhoopreport.com/2025-north-carolina-rankings/...
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Phenom Recap: Breakout Players this Summer (Class of 2025) (Part 5)
2025 6’5 Kenny Miller (Big Shots Elite NC / Ben L. Smith) If you want to talk about a breakout player, one could look at Miller. Though he has been a name many have heard and watched, he has clearly been catching more of the eyes of college coaches around the region, earning his first D1 offer not long ago. Miller has been a steady presence over the years but it was this summer that he...
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2025 Kenny Miller (Ben L. Smith) receives first D1 offer
This summer has been a big one for several prospects, as they have developed and added more to their game, and college coaches are noticing. One player that has certainly been playing at a high level in leading the charge, especially during the June Team Camp has been 2025 Kenny Miller from Ben L. Smith. He has been playing at a high level and it has been a tremendous three weeks for him, so...
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Stockriser in North Carolina: 2025 Kenny Miller (Ben L. Smith)
Players in the Class of 2025 have all eyes on them as they are looking to have a strong summer before heading into their senior season. Many prospects have been taking their game to another level, and one prospect that should be seeing their stock rise has to be 2025 Kenny Miller. We watched him with Team Charlotte earlier this summer where he was able to excel on the court, and he only...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Team Camp (Session 2) – Friday
2027 Jordan Page (Broughton) Ranked as one of the top players in the country for his class, we were eager to see another viewing of Page and his growth. Broughton had a good showing overall and Page was the clear leader for this group. What had to impress you with his game is his overall motor and willingness to compete, his assertiveness on the boards, and his ability to get downhill and...
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Bendel’s Best: Gate City Classic (Part One)
6’4 ’25 Jaylen Cross (Caldwell Academy) Given his status as the top prospect and performer in the event, it came as no surprise to see Cross continuing to showcase the full arsenal. Few players of his caliber are truly comfortable at doing what is best for the team, but Cross’ team-oriented approach seemingly never wavers. Throughout the event, he was at his best when attacking...
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Ben L. Smith has talent to be found for college programs
Ben L. Smith, host of this past weekend’s Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, put on a show in front of a ruckus crowd and showed that this is a team that will compete on the court. After a strong Day 1 win vs. Southern Durham, they, unfortunately, fell to HP Christian on Day 2 but showed that this is a team that needs eyes its way. There is talent to be found with this team, as players like 2024 Gage...
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Game Report: Southeast Guilford vs Grimsley
On Tuesday night, Phenom Hoops traveled to undefeated Southeast Guilford as they hosted conference opponent Grimsley. The first half was back and forth as Grimsley held onto a 15-12 lead at the end of the first, but Southeast Guilford was able to regain the lead at 25-22 heading into halftime. Freshman guard, Jerry Sims, was terrific in the first half for Southeast Guilford, scoring 13 of his 15...
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Triad Tough: Basketpoint 2025
By: Ethan Reece Throughout the season at Phenom Hoops, we have countless talented teams come through our events and catch the eyes of our scouts. I’ve personally had the pleasure of watching this Basketpoint 2025 group numerous times as they’ve been a feature team in our 15u division, making championship game appearances a routine. This group brings a tough, disciplined brand of basketball you...
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