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Still Available: 2023 Clinton Efinda (Combine)
Player: Clinton EfindaClass: 2023School: Combine Academy Though it is late in the class of 2023, there is still talent left on the board and one player that can certainly help a program is 2023 Clinton Efinda from Combine Academy. Efinda is an explosive, strong, physical player that produces, can put players on posters, helps run the offense and on the boards, and can make plays getting...
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Phenom HoopState Championship Recap: Combine National vs. Combine Regional
Last game of the night, two very familiar teams squared off for a chance to compete in the semifinals of the Phenom Hoop State Championship. Combine National and Combine Regional matched up in front of a packed house. Combine National was able to get the early edge with their size and shots falling for Trentyn Flowers, but Combine Regional punched right back at the end to be only down 13-11...
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Phenom Hoop State Championship Recap: WS Christian Regional vs. Combine Regional
Game 2 on the day after an exciting Game 1 in the books, Winston Salem Christian Regional and Combine Regional went to battle for a chance to move on and play Thursday night. WS Christian Regional came out strong early from three from 2025 Darnerian Gibson, but Combine was able to answer back. Getting out in transition, mixing it up offensively, and clamping down defensively, Combine Regional...
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College coaches should be looking at Combine Regional
We continue to progress through the teams at the Phenom Prep Showcase, and one team that impressed me was Combine Regional, a team that I believe that should have the attention of college coaches. There are quite a few prospects that will be talked about down the road but should be names you are learning about now. Of course, when you look at that team, 2023 Clinton Efinda is one of the first...
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Player Standouts at Ancore Invitational
6’6 ’23 Clinton Efinda (Combine Regional) It doesn’t take very long to identify Efinda as one of the most talented players on this roster. He’s a big, strong, physical wing prospect with the ability to get downhill and finish above the rim or through contact seemingly whenever he wants. Efinda is a capable creator and perimeter shooter who forces opponents to respect his spot-up presence. He’s a...
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Standouts: Combine Regional vs DME Varsity
UMBC commit Clinton Efinda was dominant from the opening tip. With his college ready frame, he showcased his ability to attack downhill and finish above the rim. He set the tone early with 18 first quarter points, helping Combine Regional gain control of the game from the opening tip. Efinda finished with a game-high 27 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assist. 6’0 2025 Dylan Craven was spectacular...
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Commitment Alert: 2023 Clinton Efinda commits to UMBC
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: Clinton EfindaClass: 2023Committed to: UMBC What Was Said by Phenom Hoops: “We...
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Start Noticing More: Class of 2023 from #HoopStateLeague (West) (Part 1)
The Hoop State League has kicked off and Week 1 was off the charts, but we still have several weeks ahead that you and college coaches will not want to miss. We have been taking notes early on and we can tell you, there are a few players in the Class of 2023 that should garner more attention. Here are four players to look out for more and should be bigger priorities this upcoming high school...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Week 1, Day 2 at #HoopStateLeague (Cox Mill)
2023 Zion McDuffie (Bulldogs): It is about time people start recognizing McDuffie and what he can provide on the court. He is a strong, physical presence that is one of the more explosive prospects in the state. He is terrific out in transition and getting to the basket, finishing strong and a few highlight-reel dunks. But he also has shown that he can step out and be effective from outside,...
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