CHAMPION SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS

Player Standouts at Phenom Jamboree Bash

6'0 '22 Maxwell Coles (North Meck) Although other players on this roster might receive more attention, Coles is legitimately as valuable as anyone for North Meck. His steady, reliable three-level scoring presence allows him to consistently assert himself within the flow of the action. Coles can operate without the ball or create for himself and others, simply based on team need. He's a quality...

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Phenom Spotlight: 2022 Liam Craven (Combine Academy)

Player: Liam CravenSchool: Combine AcademyClass: 2022Position: Guard Combine Academy has been producing a lot of talent, but many may only look and think of the national team at times.' That shouldn't be the case, as the regional and post-grad teams both have some tremendous talent to watch out for as well.' One of those prospects is 2022 Liam Craven. You hear time and time again' college...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 of Hoop State League (Week 4) (Part 1)

2022 Evan Smith (Team Purple): Really do believe this is just the start of a terrific season for Smith.  He is going to have to pick up his offensive scoring and is showing that during the Hoop State League.  He plays with such a smooth feel, is patient in his attack, and handles contact extremely well. Continues to be consistent offensively on the floor. 2022 Liam Craven (Combine...

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Dawkins’ Standouts: HoopState League/ Fall Finale

By: DeAjai Dawkins 6'3 2022 Toby Nnadozie (Believe Prep National)' Few players have impressed me these past few weeks like Toby Nnadozie, as few players have been as consistently productive on the offensive end. Physical with explosive athleticism, Nnadozie offers a competitive presence about him that could be acknowledged by any onlooker. He's comfortable scoring from beyond the arc as well. I...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Fall Finale/ HoopState League

2024 Paul McNeil (Richmond Jammers): McNeil is already regarded as one of the top prospects not only in the state but in the country and it is easy to see why at his age.' We are talking about a 6'6 prospect that can be a huge threat from deep, knocking down tough jumpers from all levels, a player that can create for himself and can operate from all positions on the floor.' What is scary to...

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Standouts from Day 2 at the Champion Showcase

By: Heath Gulledge 2022 5'8 Elliot Reed (Better Basketball University 16u) Reed is a shorter guy but he doesn't play like that at all. He came out today and played harder than everybody on both ends of the court. He has a knack for stealing the ball, whether it be running through the passing lanes or picking somebody's pocket. He showed a really advanced ability to get to the rim and finish...

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POB's Standouts from Champion Showcase (Day 2) (Part 1)

2022 Shaedon Simpson (Vaughan 17u): Simpson catches your eyes pretty quickly for Vaughan with his 6'6 frame and versatility and the more you watch him operate on the court, the more you like.' Simpson really impacted the floor in all areas, whether it was stepping out to score, finishing around the rim, running in transition, getting on the boards, and being a defensive impact, he checks off a...

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