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Commitment Alert: East Tennessee State grabs another NC target in '23 Callum Richard

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: Callum RichardClass: 2023Committed to: East Tennessee State What Was Said by...

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Top Available Prospects in North Carolina's Class of 2023

The high school season is slowly approach, but that isn't stopping players from committing early or finding new homes elsewhere within the landscape. From transfers alone, North Carolina's Class of 2023 has lost nearly a dozen of the top prospects to out-of-state high school programs (including five to California specifically). National powerhouses have certainly weakened talent-rich states like...

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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom MDC

6'0 '25 Beau Harvey (Rod Howard Select) Despite Rod Howard Select being narrowly edged out, everyone watching should've been impressed with Harvey. Whether scoring, playmaking, forcing turnovers, or battling for extra opportunities, he was making a play on seemingly every single possession. Harvey handles the ball with poise, sets up others at a strong rate, and contains his position well...

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Phenom Game Report: O'Neal School vs. Gaston Day (Boys)

Phenom Hoops was on the road again Thursday night, making our first stop at Gaston Day as they welcomed in O'Neal School for a playoff showdown.  Getting started in the game, there were several fouls called early on that slowed down the game early on, with Gaston Day holding the narrow 15-9 lead after the first quarter.  Second quarter though, Gaston Day started to strut their...

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Game Report: Northside Christian vs Gaston Day

Tuesday night, there was a premier matchup between two of the top teams in the NCISAA Metrolina Conference as Northside Christian (12-6 overall, 3-2 conference) traveled to Gaston Day (15-1 overall, 4-0 conference). The game started just as you’d expect with two really good teams going back and forth. Evan Montanari came out hot knocking down two three-pointers for Gaston Day. Wesley Tubbs...

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Gaston Day has talent to be found

The Spartans of Gaston Day certainly has made plenty of noise this season, off to a great start and really looking like a team that can make even more noise in the future in North Carolina.  Phenom Hoops has been able to view the Spartans a few times this year, with the most recent coming at the Phenom Holiday Classic and we can say it now, college coaches need to put this team on their...

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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2

Team 2 Coach: Kenneth Bates #2: 5'10 '22 Camian Shell (Winston-Salem Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who simply understands how to properly run a team from the point guard position, Camian Shell. He's a smart, strong, undersized floor general with a quality blend of vision, quickness, and scoring ability from all levels. Shell is an excellent defender, especially for his...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from NC Top 80

2022 Camian Shell: We have known what Shell can provide on the floor but really elevated his play at the NC Top 80. He was aggressive offensively, looked for his shot, initiated the offense, and of course, defended as well.  Really liked how he got his teammates involved but didn't shy away from his outside game. 2023 Callum Richard: It seems to be coming along for the big man.  He is...

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Stars of NCISAA (Session 2) LIVE Period ' Class of 2023

Phenom Hoops was on deck throughout the weekend at Forsyth Country Day for the NCISAA Live Period (Session 2), where teams throughout the state of North Carolina came to compete in front of college coaches. It was great to see all the teams and players in action over the weekend, as we are looking to bring you the stars and stock risers for each class from the weekend. We will continue with the stars that showed out from the class of 2023.

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Gaston Day ready to make some noise this upcoming season

Phenom Hoops has had a chance to get out during the month of June as teams have been participating in several teams' camps and during the live period.  One event that Phenom attended was the Catawba Team Camp, bringing in several teams from around the region and giving us an early look at what each program has to offer. Gaston Day was yet another program that we had marked down to check...

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Team Curry 16u Preview

Head Coach Nick Jones is entering his fifth season with Pro Skills Basketball. This is his second'year as the 16u head coach. I was extremely impressed with Coach Jones last season while watching his Team Curry team play. His teams are always locked in. There is an acute attention to detail. They share the ball and execute on both ends of the floor.' In talking with Coach Jones about this year's...

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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3

Team 3 Coach: Patrick King A foreword from Coach King: 'This team was absolutely STACKED. I was blown away with how coachable, cohesive, and team-centric these guys played. Every single one of them bought into the unselfish brand we wanted to play, and our bench was live the entire day. It seemed repetitive to mention their coachability in every blurb, so I'll say it about all of them right off...

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Phenom Open Gym: Gaston Day

Phenom Hoops has been hitting the road, checking in on open gyms, open practices, and fall leagues to get a glimpse of teams this upcoming season.' We went out to Spartanburg for the Fall League, getting a chance to watch players from Gaston Day compete.' After finishing 10-16 last year and 4-8 in the league, the Spartans are looking to take another step as a program.  They had some strong...

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Steady Progress: Callum Richard

There's already so much to like with North Carolina's Class of 2023, but it feels like more folks should be getting excited about the rising star in Callum Richard. While most of the attention seems to be centered around flashy, electric, well-known guards, the 6-foot-10 big man has established himself as the present and future focal point of Gaston Day School. Richard might appear thin, and he...

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2019-20 Phenom Hoops All-State team (Class of 2023)

It was a spectacular year no matter how you look at it. Players really made a name for themselves and had an impressive season on the court, producing on so many levels. Phenom Hoops brings you their All-State teams for the 2023 class. A huge congrats to all players and teams this season.

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NC Phenom 150 Session 1 Award Winners

NC Phenom 150 Session 1 Award Winners It was another successful NC Phenom 150 camp. Entering our 16th season hosting the top regional evaluation/exposure in the country, we want to take the time to honor the “Award Winners” from session 1 of the NC Phenom 150 camp held Sunday, October 6th.   No. 117 6’3 2020 Austin Locklear (Cape Fear Christian Academy)' Camp MVP: With...

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#NCPhenom150 Session One: Miles Magical Five (Early Slate)

#82 5’11 2022 AJ Cook: Weddington High School (NC) Cook was absolutely lights out in his first game of the day, knocking down shots from way beyond the arc at a really high rate. He’s a savvy player with the ball in his hands, making good decisions and finding his guys in the right place at the right time. He’s a true combo guard due to his ability to absolutely kill teams with...

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Early Standouts at NC Phenom 150 Camp

#71- Chris Hunter- Few players have been tougher or played harder than Hunter, who makes an abundance of plays without necessarily needing to score. He's smart, rugged, and extremely productive on both sides of the ball. Hunter is a guy that every team needs to have.   #79- Dorien Johnson- The calm, steady guard did a ton of things well during his first contest of the day, making defensive...

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North Carolina 2023 Watch List (Part 2)

It is a standard practice that we at Phenom Hoop Report don’t rank players until they have finished their freshman year in high school. That being said, we will take a closer look at some of the players that should make an immediate impact this coming season. In (Part 1), we took a look at Jaylen Curry, Addison Archer, Trey Green, London Johnson, and Treymane Parker. See attached link:...

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Previewing Top Prospects in North Carolina's Class of 2023

As we continue to prepare for the upcoming high school season, Phenom Hoops carries on their preview of the top prospects in North Carolina's Class of 2023, which is shaping up nicely. This class is already deep and littered with high-level prospects at every position, and we'll take a closer look at some of them in this article. Again, this is in no way a ranking or reflection of rankings in...

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Brandon's Big Time Ballers Pt 1 #PhenomSummerHavoc

It’s that time of the year and July is here once again, it’s the busiest time In the Travel Ball scene, the Live Period! Fort Mill, South Carolina- The Phenom Crew is back at it again in the other Carolina, for the annual Summer Havoc Live Period Showcase. Competitiveness is at its highest, prospects competed in front of dozens of college coaches in search of their next program...

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Phenom Summer Havoc: Miles Late Night Standouts

6'9 2023 Callum Richard: Team Loaded NC 2023 Richard has all of the makings of a high level prospect, his ability to protect the rim, finish around the basket, and provide an excellent anchor on the defensive end with his communication skills.' His physical gifts and natural feel for the game allow him the chance to become an immediate impact guy at the high school level next year at Gaston Day....

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Summer Havoc Live Team Preview: Team Loaded NC 2023

The Phenom Summer Havoc LIVE is here and these are players that coaches and fans should be on the lookout for all throughout the weekend. Team Loaded NC 2023 has talent all over the place, as they have players already holding offers and gaining early interest. Bryce Cash Height: 6-4 Class: rising freshman (2023) Team: Team Loaded NC 2023/Charlotte Christian Offers: Liberty Interest: Wofford,...

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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Team Camp Session II

6'4 '20 Zavian McLean (Village Christian) In short, McLean has been hands-down the most impressive performer in attendance at Session II of Phenom Team Camp. He was the clear leader and tone-setter on both ends of the floor, scoring, rebounding, setting up others, and doing everything defensively. McLean is very smart and incredibly efficient with his touches on offense, which led to consistent...

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Miles Magical Five: Day One #PhenomTeamCamp

6’2 2021 Javonte Waverly: Henderson Collegiate School (NC) Waverly continues to show his ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, he has a knack for making passes that most others just don’t even see.' His pull-up jumper is incredibly smooth, he elevates over the defender and lets it fly without hesitation.' As he improves his consistency from beyond the arc, and gets a...

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Eye Catchers at Phenom QC Showcase (P.2)

The talent was all over the place and at all levels.' New names, old names, and fantastic battles highlighted Day 1 of the Phenom Queen City Showcase. Scouts were around the baselines but here are a few names that caught the eyes of ours. Kanye Nelson (5'8, 2023) ' York County Legends This is a young man that has that 'it' factor with his game. He handles the ball well, plays bigger than listed...

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Queen City Middle School Showcase Team Preview: Team Loaded NC 2023

The Queen City Middle School Showcase brings a fantastic event to the city of Charlotte, North Carolina, giving families, friends, and fans a chance to see the next upcoming talent around the area.''' Every year, players and teams showcase their abilities in front of hundreds of fans and scouts with Phenom Hoops.' It is also a chance to learn early and gain national exposure at an early age, as...

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