CHAMPION SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS

Commitment Alert: 2023 Elijah Strong commits to Boston College

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: Elijah StrongClass: 2023Committed to: Boston College What Was Said by Phenom...

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Available College-Level Seniors Competing for State Championships

6'8 Elijah Strong (Myers Park) Following his recent de-commitment, Elijah Strong has continued to play at an extremely high level. At 6-foot-8, he possesses a big, sturdy frame with touch, rebounding instincts, and a useful inside-out offensive arsenal. He's a great finisher around the basket, reliable scorer from the block, and a capable shooting threat from midrange or beyond the arc. In just...

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Phenom Hoops 2023 Unsigned Seniors in NC: College Coaches Need to be On!!!

Patrick O'Brien with Phenom Hoops sits down to discuss 5 unsigned big men in North Carolina that college coaches need to be looking at. We will be bringing more to the table, but here are a few that college coaches will want to look at before they are gone.

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Back on the Market: 2023 Elijah Strong (Myers Park)

There are plenty of prospects still to be found in the Class of 2023, and one is now back on the market after a recent announcement. 2023 6'8 Elijah Strong recently announced that he would be reopening his recruitment and decommitting from Wofford, and he should be a prospect for many programs to check out.  Now back on the market, Strong is a prospect that has good size and frame, plays...

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Phenom Open Gym Tour: “Myers Park, A National Level Team”

Phenom Open Gym Tour: 'Myers Park, A National Level Team' Phenom Hoops travelled to Charlotte to cover Myers Park open gym. Charlotte, Old Dominion, and Wofford were in attendance for the Friday afternoon workout and scrimmage. Last season, Myers Park finished 17-9 playing one of the most difficult and challenging schedules for a NCHSAA public school team, but coach Scott Taylor has plenty to be...

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Commitment Alert: 2023 Elijah Strong commits to Wofford

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: Elijah StrongClass: 2023Committed to: Wofford What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...

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Is Myers Park the Top Public-School Team in North Carolina'

Each year, the high school basketball landscape tends to reset, reshuffle, and ultimately redistribute the 'who's who' of NCHSAA and NCISAA. This practice is much more evident within the public-school ranks, as kids can freely opt to transfer to a private or independent program (weakening public schools and bolstering the new destination). Last season, the top public-school program was probably...

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Phenom Standouts from Phenom G3 Showcase (Day 3)

By: Nicolas Chapman 2025 Landon Shirk (15u Tennessee impact) When watching Tennessee Impact play in their tournament, number 24 stood out to me with his shifty play and crafty layup package. Landon Shirk plays with confidence and knows that he can take over and win a game down the stretch. He's almost unblockable at the rim with the way he twists his body and arms to become out of his...

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POB Eye Catchers from Phenom G3 Showcase (Day 1)

2025 Jayln Connor (Team Charlotte): Still remember watching this young man on his first days of practice at Mallard Creek and he caught my eyes then and continues today.  Connor is a confident guard on the floor, making plays for himself and others but really catching our eyes with his ability to be a threat from outside.  He has terrific range and can make opponents pay, but he really...

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G3 Showcase Team Preview: Team Curry 17U

With the June and July Live Periods on the horizon, there's no better time for teams to compete to gauge their ability against high-level opponents. Our G3 Showcase is slated to feature a heavy mix of independent organizations and shoe-circuit programs'so there should definitely be something for everyone in attendance. The circuit teams nearing their halfway point should ultimately...

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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2023 Elijah Strong (Myers Park)

It is crazy to think' Phenom Hoops told you about a young prospect to watch nearly three years ago in 2023 Elijah Strong (Link) and now Strong is one of the premier prospects in the state for his class.' He has only continued to rise up the rankings and develop his game, now being one of the clear leaders at Myers Park. The forward is coming off a special high school season, averaging 17 points,...

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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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POB’s Eye Catchers from Battle at the Mill

Phenom Hoops was on deck for a terrific event at Cox Mill, as they brought you the Battle at the Mill. It brought several teams from around the area all under one building, giving fans a chance to take a look at the talent throughout the state. We bring you our standouts from Saturday's games.

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Game Report: Chambers vs Myers Park

On Tuesday night, we had the pleasure of watching one of the top public school matchups in the state as Julius L. Chambers hosted Myers Park. In the first half, Chambers jumped out to a double-digit lead. Their defensive pressure was key in this run as they were able to force turnovers that led to easy baskets on the offensive end. At one point the lead got up to 18 points, as Chambers’...

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Open Gym Tour: Myers Park High School

Myers Park has established themselves as consistent contenders in the NCHSAA 4A classification over recent years with well rounded teams that blend high level talent with glue guys that buy into the programs values and this year's squad is a perfect representation of this program. The combination of high level division one talent with guys that know how to win despite not being major recruits...

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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1:Part 1)

By: Ethan Reece 2021 6'4 Reginald Smith (Charlotte Aces)Reginald came out and posed as both a leader and glue guy for his squad. The team moved the ball well, allowing him the spacing to attack, which is when he's at his best. Between his control of the ball, length/frame, and quick first step he was able to get to the basket all game while also posing a reliable spot-up threat. I know it's...

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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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Noteworthy Bigs in North Carolina's Class of 2023

Anyone within the grassroots scene already knows about the undeniable excitement surrounding North Carolina's Class of 2023. However, it's an extremely guard-heavy class'especially towards the top. Guys like Robert Dillingham, Mikey Williams, and Trey Green have received nonstop attention since entering high school whereas other highly talented players (Aden Holloway and Treymane Parker, for...

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North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 8

Team 8 Coach: Dwayne Cherry #0: 5'9 '21 Kadyn Dawkins (Eastern Guilford) Starting things off, we look at a player that simply knows how to offer an excellent balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. He's a smart, tough, unselfish point guard prospect with great timing as a passer, both in transition and the half-court setting. Dawkins makes the best possible play with unwavering...

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POB's Notes from NC Top 80

2022 Jai Smith (Bully City Prep): Smith continues to show why he is going to be regarded as one of the top players in the Class of 2022.' There aren't many out there that brings such energy and ability to run rim-to-rim, where he makes a living.' Smith was consistent in getting out in transition and finishing strong with several dunks.' Whoever gets him at the next level, he certainly is going...

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Phenom Open Gym: Myers Park

Heading to another gym, we hit the road to Myers Park to check out a very intriguing team. This is a program that has been a staple in the Charlotte area under head coach Scott Taylor, winning several big games and having big-time players that produce. Some of those players have now left but there is a lot of young and talented prospects coming through the gym at Myers Park. Let’s dive...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from #PhenomLIVE (Day 1, Part 1)

2022 6'2 Marcus Farley Jr. (Team Together 16u): Farley continues to have an impressive summer, scoring the ball consistently and earning MVP honors.  He did much of the same in Game 1 on Saturday, really staying aggressive, getting downhill and finishing strong at the rim.  Showcased more of his athleticism with a few throwdowns as well. 2022 6'5 Karon Boyd (Charlotte Hoyas 16u): Boyd...

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