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Jaleel Smith’s Incredibly Productive Freshman Campaign
Every year, the newest crop of incoming freshmen hit the high school scene and begin to make a name for themselves. While most players typically aren’t ready to lead a team or carry a heavy burden, there are numerous exceptions. North Carolina’s Class of 2028 is certainly loaded with a variety of intriguing prospects—many of whom have already established impressive production. Although he...
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POB’s Best of the Best: New Year’s Bash (Bracket Play)
2026 Justyn Whitfield (VCCS) Whitfield was tremendous throughout the event, as he has clearly taken over as the leader of this team. The point guard does a great job in leading the offense and showing the ability to score or facilitate to his teammates. Whitfield does a great job in being able to create his own space, showing creativity with the ball in his hands, a good change of speed, and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom New Year’s Bash
2028 Chacho Womack (West Charlotte) Another freshman to watch out for in the state of North Carolina, Womack has a strong feel for the game and plays with tremendous poise on the court. Effective scoring option and confident scorer from all levels of the court. Leading the charge this season, Womack is a fluid yet confident scoring option with his pull-up game from all levels but he also is able...
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Hunter Huss Guards Leading the Way
Hunter Huss is off to a really good start the season and they have proven early on that they are going to be fighters every time they step on the court. This is a team that competes, creates havoc, and is led by its strong guard play. That is what they showed at the Phenom 828 Showcase once again, and they are hoping to bring a bit more noise this season. We break down the players that...
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Is 2028 Jaleel Smith already making his mark as the top guard in his class'
Player: Jaleel SmithClass: 2028Height: 6’1School: 2028 We know it is still so early for the Class of 2028 and there will be plenty of names that could start entering this discussion but as of right now, it is hard not to say that 2028 6’1 Jaleel Smith wouldn’t find his name as one of the top guards in the country. Watching how he operates and his overall feel/understanding of the game at the...
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North Carolina Freshman Forty Camp Evaluations: Team 17
Team 17 Coach: Davis Absher/David Broome #1: 5’2 ’28 Anthony Lopez (Thales Academy) Starting off, we look at a player who really stood out on both ends of the floor despite his lack of size, Anthony Lopez. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect with a high motor and an unselfish mentality. Lopez is capable of initiating the offense and creating for others, but also finds a lot of success in...
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Players to Start Learning: Phenom MDC (Class of 2028)
2028 Draeton Nance (Team Fly): Nance has proven himself time after time on the court at Phenom events, and it is time for others to start learning his name more. Nance consistently produces but does so in a variety of ways. Whether you need him to be a playmaker or a true scoring threat, he provides a lot on the court and makes quality decisions based on what is given to him. With his strong...
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Impact High School Players in the Class of 2028
6’1 Jaleel Smith (Northside Christian) Without continually reiterating the obvious, Smith is already showcasing the makings of a special player. He’s comfortable from either guard position, displaying polished creation skills, cutting instincts, and the ability to score from all levels. Smith is a smart playmaker and overall decision-maker with the ball in his hands. He offers a...
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Player Standouts at Carmel MLK Showcase (Part One)
6’5 ’25 Reece Starnes (Butler) The strong-bodied big man was critical to Butler’s success. Starnes scored within the flow of the action, consistently running the floor and positioning himself to take advantage of second-chance opportunities. However, his pure dominance as a rebounder is what made him a true nightmare for opponents. Starnes utilizes his body well, displays great...
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POB’s Best of the Best: Carmel MLK Showcase
2025 Reece Starnes (Butler): Starnes started the event off in a big way, as he was imposing with his overall presence. The 2025 big man was all over the boards, racking up double-digit boards in the first half and ultimately ended with 22 rebounds total. He was incredible both offensively and defensively, battling through opponents and contact. Offensively he was able to use his frame to score...
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Young Names to Put on your Radar: Summer Finale
Flory Kuminga 2027 Carson Hulsizer: The young prospect that impressed me the most was 2027 Carson Hulsizer, who should be a name that many put on their watchlists now.' He was an absolute scoring machine and as other players said after playing him, this kid can play.' Hulsizer is such a smart, crafty guard with the ball in his hands. He creates extremely well for himself, battles through...
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