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Commitment Alert: Northwest Florida State has a big day with three commitments

Commitment Alert: Northwest Florida State has a big day with three commitments

by | Aug 19, 2022 | Categories: Featured, News, and Recruiting News. Tags: Tajuan Simpkins, Takai Simpkins, and Treyvon Byrd.

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: Treyvon Byrd/ Takai Simpkins/ Tajuan SimpkinsClass: 2023Committed to: Northwest...

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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6

Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6

by | Jan 26, 2022 | Categories: Featured, News, Player Reports, and Unsigned Senior Spotlight. Tags: Treyvon Byrd.

At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...

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HIGHLIGHTS: Ezra Ausar & Elijah Jamison Lead Liberty Heights over Bull City Prep at #CarmelTipOff!

HIGHLIGHTS: Ezra Ausar & Elijah Jamison Lead Liberty Heights over Bull City Prep at #CarmelTipOff!

by | Nov 15, 2021 | Categories: Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic, Featured, News, and Videos. Tags: Bull City Prep, Cinque Lemon, Elijah Jamison, Ezra Ausar, Liberty Heights, Mady Traore, Silas Demary Jr, and Treyvon Byrd.

To start the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, Liberty Heights National and Bull City National came together. Bringing some intriguing talent that you will see at the next level, it really started off the event in a big way. Check out all the highlights from the...

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Carmel Christan Tip-Off Storylines to Watch (Friday, Nov. 12)

Carmel Christan Tip-Off Storylines to Watch (Friday, Nov. 12)

by | Nov 10, 2021 | Categories: Carmel Christian Tip Off Classic, Featured, and News. Tags: Cade Tyson, Collin Tanner, Elijah Jamison, Jayden Epps, Mady Traore, MJ Collins, Silas Demary Jr, Treyvon Byrd, and Wesley Tubbs.

Phenom Hoops kicks off the season in a big way with the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, November 12-13, at Carmel Christian in Matthews/Charlotte, NC. We will be bringing some of the best teams around the region all under one building and of course, there are so many storylines to watch out for. Event Information:Event Page:...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Fall Finale/ Hoop State League (Day 1)

POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Fall Finale/ Hoop State League (Day 1)

by | Oct 2, 2021 | Categories: Fall Finale, Featured, Hoop State League, and News. Tags: Bobby Hardison, Delani Hammonds, Jaiden Thompson, Jordan Gonder, Joshua Stevens, Syncere Lynch, Takai Simpkins, Tayeshaun Smith, and Treyvon Byrd.

2022 Takai Simpkins (Liberty Heights): Both Simpkins twins are strong and play hard but Takai was especially strong and continuing to show why more schools are starting to look their way.  Takai does a tremendous job is using his length at a guard, covering a ton of ground, and finishing over defenders and at the rim, while also being able to step out. 2022 Syncere Lynch (Bull City Prep):...

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July Live Period Superlatives: Part One

July Live Period Superlatives: Part One

by | Jul 27, 2021 | Categories: Event Coverage, Featured, News, and Player Reports. Tags: Austin Ball, Austin Swartz, Bradin Minton, Brandon Nelson, Cole Callaway, Cole Sinclair, Davis Molnar, Dawson McAlhany, Greg Jackson, Jackson Hartzell, Joel Baucom, Q Williams, Treyvon Byrd, Tristin Harkins, Umar Lawson, and Xavier McKelvy.

Although there has been a ton of excitement swirling throughout the last few months, July is finally coming to an end. Between the NCHSAA/NCISAA events in June and the consecutive live periods across July, all levels of coaches have been traveling, evaluating, and establishing relationships with these prospects. Excluding the lone period in July, we will take a closer look at a slew of players...

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The Start of Something Special: NC Good Better Best Academy

The Start of Something Special: NC Good Better Best Academy

by | Jun 14, 2021 | Categories: Event Coverage, Featured, News, and Player Reports. Tags: Asa White, Jakel Powell, Keyon Webb, Lureon Walker, Tichyque Musaka, and Treyvon Byrd.

Over the last five years or so, various sports-based programs and academies have become increasingly popular landing spots for transfers. While there are many examples throughout the region, but one could argue Combine Academy and Moravian Prep are the two main representatives in North Carolina. However, a new challenger has approached in Good Better Best Academy. Could they be the next major...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Showcase (Day 1, Part 3)

POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Showcase (Day 1, Part 3)

by | Jun 5, 2021 | Categories: Featured, News, and Phenom Summer Showcase. Tags: Aden Hol, Brandon Callahan, CJ Collins, Mike Best, and Treyvon Byrd.

2022 CJ Collins (Greensboro Day): Collins played strong in both outings today, especially with his activity level on the glass. The 2022 long big man was active, showcased to be a rim-protector, and really got after it on the boards on both ends, always seemingly getting a hand on the ball.  Though you can see he has nice touch around the basket, he really can impact the floor in other ways...

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NLPB-204 National brings must-see, recruitable talent to the floor

NLPB-204 National brings must-see, recruitable talent to the floor

by | May 27, 2021 | Categories: Featured, News, and Phenom G3 Showcase. Tags: Daniel Lubamba, Mike Best, Treyvon Byrd, and Tucker Johnson.

Next Level Prospects Basketball is a fantastic program that puts its players first and gives them a platform to succeed.  We got a full glance at all their teams this past weekend at the Phenom G3 Showcase but one team really captured my eyes with the amount of recruitable talent they have. Their NLPB-204 National team has a bunch of talent that could help programs of multiple levels win...

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Game Recap: Oak Hill Academy wins over Bull City National

Game Recap: Oak Hill Academy wins over Bull City National

by | Feb 21, 2021 | Categories: Featured, Game Reports, and News. Tags: AJ Williams, Caleb Foster, Camryn Carter, LJ Thomas, Luc Therrien, MJ Rice, and Treyvon Byrd.

Oak Hill Academy 90 Bull City National 67 Phenom Hoops traveled to Mouth of Wilson, Virginia for a Saturday afternoon contest between Bull City National and Oak Hill Academy. Playing in its first home game in over three months, Oak Hill was eager to play on the court named after their Hall of Fame coach, Steve Smith. It’s always tough to beat Oak Hill at Turner Gymnasium. Matter of fact,...

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T-Lew’s Takeaways

T-Lew’s Takeaways

by | Nov 18, 2020 | Categories: Featured, News, and Phenom Tip-Off Classic. Tags: Ben Burnham, Blane St. Clair, Brandon White, Bryce Cash, Cade Tyson, Christian Reeves, Corneilous Williams, Eli Ellis, Elijah Jamison, jacori owens, Jamarii Thomas, Jarvis Moss, Jeremy Gregory, Jonas Aidoo, Jordan Wildy, Justin Taylor, Kris Robinson, Kuluel Mading, LJ Thomas, Omarion Bodrick, PJ Edwards, Robert Dillingham, Trae Benham, Treyvon Byrd, and Wesley Tubbs.

Top Leaders  Elijah Jamison (Liberty Heights) – Strong / physical guard. He has done a tremendous job leading the way for Coach Wright and Liberty Heights. He has shown the ability to really lead a team. The guard is extremely explosive and I have yet to see anyone keep him out the lane.   Jamarii Thomas (The Burlington School) – It is amazing to me that no Division 1...

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