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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2026 Charlotte Tune (Charlotte Latin)
Player: Charlotte TuneClass: 2026Height: 5’6School: Charlotte Latin What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. A player that is still so young, but we...
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Chloe Galombeck (Hough)
Player: Chloe GalombeckClass: 2025Height: 5’5School: Hough What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. One of the most electric players with the ball in...
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2024 Jasmine Utley (South Garner)
Player: Jasmine UtleyClass: 2024Height: 5’2School: South Garner What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. Utley is a player that we have talked about...
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2024 Isa Roman (Cardinal Gibbons)
Player: Isa RomanClass: 2024Height: 5’10School: Cardinal Gibbons What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. One prospect that had all the scouts talking...
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Lady NC Top 80 / Freshman 40 Photo Gallery
Check out all the headshots and photos from the Lady NC Top 80.
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2025 Samantha Collins (GDS)
Player: Samantha CollinsClass: 2025Height: 5’1School: Greensboro Day What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage of the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. One player that captured a lot of our scouts’...
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Lady Phenom Player Spotlight: 2026 Jasiah Gilchrist (Pinecrest)
Player: Jasiah GilchristClass: 2026Height: 5’1School: Pinecrest What a day it was at the Lady NC Top 80, as not only was it a great way to showcase the talent around the state but it also kicked off what we hope to bring with Lady Phenom. We want to continue the coverage from the event, as we talk about more players that grabbed our attention. Gilchrist is a rising name in the Class of...
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Lady NC Top 80 Award Winners
What an event it was, as Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom held their first Lady NC Top 80 event, as some of the top players from around the state all came to Greensboro to showcase their talent. It was an UNBELIEVABLE event and talent can be found everywhere you look. But a few players were able to walk away with some awards from the event, so check them out. AWARD WINNERS MVP: 2024 Sarah Strong Ms....
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Lady NC Top 80 Leading Scorers (Top 50)
ClassHeightNameHigh SchoolStateAvg.20256’1Amanda MitchellWillow SpringsNC19.520245’7Lili BookerCannon SchoolNC17.020265’6Ma-Kaela GidneyHickory Ridge NC15.520265’4Ameya BrownTerry SanfordNC15.520246’2Sarah StrongGrace Christian SchoolNC14.520255’5Chloe GalombeckHough NC13.520245’9Krystal HaccockNC GBBNC13.520245’11Sheree GidneyHickory...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes Coach Taisha Murphy
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Taisha Murphy, as she has been selected for the Lady NC...
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Lady Phenom attends Lady Attack Elite Media Day
It was a tremendous weekend overall for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom, getting a chance to check out the talent around the region. Lady Phenom was extremely grateful for being invited out to the Lady Attack Elite Media Day, as we got a chance to meet the teams this season. The Lady Attack Elite program has been a staple here in North Carolina, as they once again will be bringing some of the top...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes Coach Andrae Butts
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Andrae Butts, as he has been selected for the Lady NC...
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NCHSAA Championship Preview: 4A (Girls)
Lake Norman vs. Panther Creek Our final preview of the NCHSAA Playoffs, as we dive into the 4A Division. Lake Norman was able to get by Charlotte Catholic in what was an absolute battle, while Panther Creek squeaked by Hillside to find themselves in a hunt for a title. When looking at these teams, both of them know how to score the ball and can come out strong. Lake Norman really gets up and...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes in Justin Clarke
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Justin Clarke, as he has been selected for the Lady NC...
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NCHSAA Championship Preview: 3A (Girls)
Rocky Mount vs. West Rowan On the girl’s side of the NCHSAA Playoffs, fans will have another treat as two of the top teams meet up in hopes of taking home a state title. West Rowan comes in undefeated and has been dominant all season long, while Rocky Mount has been right there and just as dominant as well. These two teams can absolutely get it done on both sides of the court. West Rowan comes...
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Filling up the stat sheet: 2024 Emerson Thompson
Player: Emerson ThompsonClass: 2024School: Falls Lake AcademyAAU: Lady Strong 2024 If you were paying attention this season and in the playoffs, you would have known the success of Falls Lake Academy this season. And they were led by an incredible talent in 2024 Emerson Thompson, who is coming off an incredible season in which she averaged 21.3ppg, 10.3rpg, 9.1apg, 3.9spg, and...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes in Coach Barbara Nelson
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Barbara Nelson, as she has been selected for the Lady...
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NCHSAA Championship Preview: 2A (Girls)
Seaforth vs. Salisbury With Seaforth taking care of business vs. North Pitt, and Salisbury earning a tough victory against East Burke, these two now meet up for a chance to be crowned champions of the 2A Division in the NCHSAA Playoffs. Both teams have proven themselves all season long, racking up over 26 wins each and both only having three losses on their resume. Now, they will meet up for a...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes in Jennifer Baker
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Jennifer Baker, as she has been selected for the Lady...
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Lady NC Top 80 welcomes Giavonni Mack
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Giavonni Mack, as he has been selected for the Lady NC...
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NCHSAA Championship Preview: 1A (Girls)
Bishop McGuinness vs. Chatham Charter We have a treat in the 1A NCHSAA Championship, as Bishop McGuinness and Chatham Charter square up in hopes of taking home the title. Bishop McGuinness was able to step up on both ends against Robbinsville, securing a 41-30 victory, while Chatham Charter was able to battle past Falls Lake. Bishop McGuinness continues to be led by their sophomore...
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Lady Phenom NCHSAA Playoffs (Preview) (Final Four)
1A: Falls Lake vs. Chatham CharterRobbinsville vs. Bishop McGuinness Two great games in the 1A Division, as Falls Lake looks to stay unbeaten on the season going up against Chatham Charter. Falls Lake has been led by their star Emerson Thompson, who is averaging nearly 21 points, 10 rebounds, and nearly 10 assists per game, while also recording 4.0 steals and 2.0 blocks; she has been doing it...
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Commitment Alert: 2023 Alyssa Lewis commits to Belmont Abbey
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: Alyssa LewisClass: 2023Committed to: Alyssa Lewis What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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Coach Randall Clark has been selected as the Lady NC Top 80 Trainer
The Lady NC Top 80 and Lady Freshman 40 is quickly approaching, and we are gearing up for what should be a historic day for Phenom Hoops and Lady Phenom. The first of many events on the girl’s side, and we can’t wait to see all the talent on display at the event. This is why we are looking to bring the best of the best as far as staff. Meet Coach Randall Clark, as he has been...
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NCISAA 2A Championship (Girls): Wayne Country Day vs. Grace Christian
In the final game of the night, the top two seeds squared off in the 2A title game and the stars were certainly out in this one. Grace Christian came out and flexed a little early on, as they jumped out to a double-digit lead early led by their star 2024 Sarah Strong. Shots continued to fall from outside, while Strong and company were doing whatever they wanted inside as well. Once Grace...
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NCISAA 1A Championship (Girls): Northside Christian vs. Crossroads Christian
Moving on in the day, Northside Christian and Crossroads Christian were up next, as they were looking to be crowned champions in the 1A Division. Northside Christian came out with a ton of energy early and was able to maintain that for much of the first half. They were active defensively, created multiple turnovers, and allowed their defense to turn into offense. Northside was able to jump...
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NCISAA 4A Championship (Girls): Cannon vs. Rabun Gap
We continue Championship Saturday, now heading to the 4A Division between Cannon and Rabun Gap. Both teams had weapons and looked to use that. We were all tied up after the first quarter at 13, but Cannon was able to take the narrow edge heading into halftime 24-19. Cannon’s Samyha Suffren, the Virginia Tech commit, played strong in attacking and penetrating the defense. ...
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NCISAA 3A Championship (Girls): Concord Academy vs. High Point Christian
Concord Academy and High Point Christian started off an exciting day of basketball in the NCISAA Championship games, and it was Concord Academy that came out incredibly strong led by 2023 Zoey Ward. Ward made her presence known early and often, while 2024 Samantha Meyers made High Point Christian pay with a few early three-pointers. Their hot start and balance allowed Concord Academy to jump...
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Just Announced: 2022-2023 SCBCA All-State Teams
2023 5A Boys SCBCA All-State TeamPlayer of the Year: Yannick Smith, SummervilleCam Scott, LexingtonAiden Brantley, ConwayGabe Tooper, Fort MillSean Lindsay, DormanElijah Dates, Goose CreekJaquarious Patterson, TL HannaJaxon Prunty, LexingtonDevin Grainger, ConwayTerry Leonard, DormanJahlil Hope, Ashley RidgeJJ Rembert, Nation FordJustin Britt, Goose CreekWest Kellett, WoodmontJordyn McKeen, Cane...
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NCISAA Bracket Breakdown (Girls): 4A Division
Top Seeds: 1 Seed: Cannon2 Seed: Providence Day3 Seed: Rabun Gap4 Seed: Wesleyan Christian In our final division here in North Carolina, we dive into the 4A Division of the NCISAA on the girls’ side. Cannon has proven themselves all year long and already watching them this season, they certainly have the talent and experience to take home a title once again. But Providence Day, Rabun Gap, and...
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