CHAMPION SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS

Good Guys vs Cancer Scores and Stats

Day 1 – Wednesday First Flight (G) 63 – Cape Hatteras (G) 22 Manteo 45 – Hatteras 42 Manteo: Zay Williams 18pts/ Taylor Granitzki 12pts, 11rebs, 4stlsHatteras: Samuel Jenkins 23pts, 12rebs Winston Salem Christian 92 – Hargrave Military 55 WS: Kosi Mgbejiofor 17pts/ Chol Machot 11pts, 10rebs, 2blks/ Isaiah Washington 13pts, 5stlsHM: Dante Kearse 17pts, 8rebs/ Jalen Carter...

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Start Noticing the Talent in Virginia: St. Anne's-Belfield

Phenom Hoops has made it a point to find talent in surrounding states around North Carolina, which is why we are looking in Virginia.  This is a state that has produced some terrific talent in the past and it seems like that trend will continue; but we will have to admit, this is a state that goes a bit under the radar as well. One of my favorite teams to watch this season so far has been...

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Start Noticing the Talent in Virginia: Blue Ridge School

Phenom Hoops has made it a point to find talent in surrounding states around North Carolina, which is why we are looking in Virginia.  This is a state that has produced some terrific talent in the past and it seems like that trend will continue; but we will have to admit, this is a state that goes a bit under the radar as well. Recently, we had a chance to check in with our good friends at...

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Underrated Prospects from Good Guys vs. Cancer

2024 Tyler Whitehurst (Riverside-Martin): Whitehurst is a 6'0 guard that showed his ability to knock down shots with range, score and create well, and be a leader on the court.' He has a quick first step and creates well with his handles, as he doesn't lack any confidence with his shot, especially from three. 2023 Stylz Gardner (Peninsula Catholic): Gardner played really well throughout the...

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Players for College Coaches to Check Out More: Good Guys vs. Cancer

2024 Kaleb Spencer (Manteo): Spencer is a new name that caught our interest and with him being so far east, he may be one that falls through the cracks.' But we are here to bring more light his way, as the 6'6 forward is a developing prospect to look out for. Spencer is a blossoming talent that shows great flashes with his ability to run and finish at the rim, his hands and impact on the boards,...

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Start Learning Their Name: Freshmen Standouts at Good Guys vs. Cancer

Kobe Edwards 2026 6'0 Kobe Edwards (Greenfield): Edwards was one of the most impressive freshmen that I saw at the event; I was blown away by what I saw and I'm very excited to see how he continues to develop his game.' But the 6'0 point guard was electric with the ball in his hands, showing his speed, his ability to create, and most importantly, his understanding of the game.' He is a young...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 3 at Good Guys vs. Cancer (Part 2)

2024 Zion Walker (TBS): Walker just seems like his game has taken another level in what he is showing on the court, as he had another outstanding performance with 31 points.' Walker just screams toughness and competitiveness on the court; his ability to get downhill and force players to foul or with him finishing is big time.' He is also a tremendous leader, rugged, a tremendous two-way...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 3 at Good Guys vs. Cancer (Part 1)

2023 Will Waughtel (Manteo): Even though it was bright and early in the morning on Saturday, Waughtel must have woken up on the right side of the bed because he was a game-changer with his outside shooting. Waughtel hit seven 3-pointers to lead his team with 28 points in what was an impressive victory to start the day. He stepped up, got to his spots, and knocked down shots with a ton of...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Good Guys vs. Cancer

2026 Isaac Ellis (Moravian Prep): The youngest prospect on the court stepped up in a big way for his team, leading the charge with 22 points on Day 2 and showcasing a nice blend of playmaking and scoring ability. Ellis continues to showcase his ability to make plays and create off the dribble, finding his spots, finding small openings for his shot, and his quick release from three. Really liked...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Good Guys vs. Cancer

2025 Aubrey Phanton (First Flight Girls): Phanton has had a great start to the season, showing just how productive she can be in scoring and being on the boards.  She continued to show her impact on the court in this game, being strong on the boards, carving out space and showing active hands on the glass, and being able to finish well with touch in the paint. 2025 Elizabeth Fairbanks (Cape...

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Scores from Good Guys vs. Cancer

THURSDAY: Game 1: First Flight (Girls) 60 – Cape Hatteras (Girls) 30*Stats not available Game 2: Manteo 82 – Cape Hatteras 19Manteo: Kaleb Spencer 22pts, Will Waughtel 12pts, Taylro Granitzki 8ptsCape: Dylan Waters 6pts, Tripp Stephens 4pts Game 3: Riverside-Martin 48 – Currituck County 46 OTRM: Tyler Whitehurst 23pts, Shamir Basnight 11ptsCC: Damien Hicks 10pts, JJ Flowers...

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Phenom Schedule Announcement: High School basketball heading back to the Outer Banks for Good Guys vs. Cancer (Dec. 1-3)

We continue to roll on with our announcements of the high school events that you will not want to miss in 2022 and once again, we will be back in the Outer Banks for an absolutely loaded field for the Good Guys vs. Cancer presented by Albemarle Landscapes in conjunction with the OBX Visitors Bureau. Teams from around the country will come together at the beach for what should be an electric...

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Underrated performers at Good Guys vs. Cancer

We wrote about our top performers overall on Monday but that doesn't mean the list of strong performances stopped there, as we had several other players step up on the big stage and put on a show. Here are a few more players that might have gone under the radar but put on a show down in the Outer Banks at the Good Guys vs. Cancer.

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Freddie Dillione EXPLODES for 27 in UPSET WIN vs. #3 Burlington School

FINAL SCORE: Word of God Academy The Burlington School ?? 69 The Burlington School ?? 65 FULL STATS: WOG: Freddie Dilione 22 points + 4 assists, Jakwon Moore 18 points + 8 rebounds, Truman Claytor 13 points TBS: Zion Walker 20 points + 4 assists, Michael Nwoko 13 points + 8 rebounds, Shane Peterson 12...

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Word of God putting everyone on notice with an impressive showing in Outer Banks

Like we said' what a weekend for teams in the HoopState; it is why NC should be regarded as one of the top states when it comes to high school basketball.' Phenom Hoops had two tremendous events going on in the state with so many teams and premier talents from NC on display.' But, down in the Outer Banks was the Good Guys vs. Cancer, sponsored by Albermarle Landscapes.' There were several...

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The Ellis Brother Show vs Freddie Dilione MONSTER POSTER! ' #HoopState GAME OF THE YEAR on the OBX

FINAL SCORE: Moravian Prep ?? 76 Word of God Academy ?? 86 FULL STATS: Moravian Prep: Eli Ellis 27 points + 4 steals, Mayar Wol 13 points, Jackson Holt 17 points WOG: Freddie Diliione 19 points + 5 rebounds, Truman Claytor 19 points, Jakwon Moore 14 points + 6 rebounds + 5...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Good Guys vs. Cancer (Day 2, Part 2)

2022 Joseph Thompson (South Central): Thompson stepped up big for his team on both ends of the floor.  He helped create his team's lead early by making plays on the defensive end, creating steals, and quickly turning them into points on the other end.  He recorded three steals in the game and capitalized on all of them, as well as scoring effectively inside the arc.  Showcases a...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Good Guys vs. Cancer (Day 2, Part 1)

2022 Tre Harris (Currituck): The biggest prospect on the court, Harris really utilizes his size and length on both ends of the court.  He moved well in the paint and had good touch around the basket, while also looking to man the boards.  Harris used that same length on the defensive end to block s few shots and protect the basket. 2022 Carmillo Burton (Currituck): Burton helped lead...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Good Guys vs. Cancer

2022 Jackson Holt (Moravian Prep): When you talk about one of the top shooters in the class and in all of North Carolina, you have to include Jackson Holt on that list and he may be No. 1.  He showed why to start the event off, as he stepped in, showed extreme confidence, and has such a fluid and smooth shot, as he knocked down nine 3-pointers in the game. 2024 Hampton Evans (Greenfield):...

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Scores and Stats from Good Guys vs. Cancer

Day 1 Final: Moravian Prep 109 – Greenfield 58 Moravian: Jackson Holt 26pts/ Eli Ellis 26pts, 6rebs/ Isaac Ellis 15pts/ Mayar Wol 12pts, 7rebsGreenfield: Hampton Evans 22pts, 9rebs/ Aaron Murphy 15pts, 6rebs Final: Myers Park 56 – South Central 38 Myers: Elijah Strong 20pts, 8rebs/ Sir Mohammed 17pts/ Sam Walters 6ptsSouth Central: Joseph Thompson 12pts/ Omar Harris 9pts, 5rebs/...

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Full Schedule for Albemarle Landscapes Good Guys vs. Cancer (Dec. 10-11)

Last year, the Good Guys vs. Cancer was simply one word... INCREDIBLE. The atmosphere and the talent was off the charts, and guess what... we are bringing it back again this year! Heading to First Flight High School again, The Albermarle Landscapes Good Guys vs. Cancer will once again be a must-see event with a loaded field on December 10-11.

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Teams Announced for Good Guys vs. Cancer (Dec. 10-11)

The time is approaching fast!!! High school ball is coming up quickly and Phenom Hoops/ The Hoop State Network will have another loaded schedule in the coming months.' One of the can't-miss events this year will be the Albemarle Landscapes Good Guys vs. Cancer, as we are back in the building once again!' Coming to First Flight High School, The Hoop State Network recently announced the teams that...

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