DAVID ROSE MDC EVENT RECAPS
Standouts from Phenom Freedom 828 Showcase
2026 Michael Phillips (Grace Christian): We continue to say that this is a young man who has a lot of potential and he gave you those flashes at the event, displaying his confidence from behind the arc, his fluid high release at 6'5, and his ability to make plays in using his length. He shot the ball well from outside but also did a great job making an impact defensively and helping on the...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 of Summer Havoc 2 (Part 1)
2024 Martez James (Team Blessed): James was a player that we saw on Day 1, and he impressed once again. College coaches need to be looking his way, as James can be a bully on the floor but also brings a lot of production. Love his intensity and motor, always playing hard, attacking off the dribble, getting in the paint, and is relentless on the boards. Another big showing for the young man. 2024...
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Having a Strong Summer: Class of 2024 (NC) (Part 1)
2024 Kyrell Shaw (Northside Christian): Shaw has really seen his stock rise over the last year. When we first watched him, he was just a young prospect learning the game and getting stronger. But he has now embraced his game and ability, and really elevated his ability to be effective on the court. Shaw has also added more levels to his game; not only a player that can knock down shots,...
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Players To Watch Out For More: Phenom MDC
2024 Jordan Dixon (NLPB Team Select): Dixon has been producing big time all throughout this summer on the Phenom Hoops platform. Whether he has been putting up big numbers, flying high to finish thunderous dunks, creating and finishing strong, or knocking down shots from multiple levels, Dixon has been a consistent producer on the court with his play. He has been earning some more attention his...
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POB’s Eye Catchers at Phenom G3 (Day 2, Part 2)
2024 Jullian Mack (Grindhouse): Mack is certainly a familiar face on the Phenom Hoops platform, and he came out with a bang to start Day 2 going for 38 points in an impressive showing. Mack was doing and operating all over the court, knocking down shots, getting to his spots well, being a consistent perimeter threat, but also be assertive in attacking downhill. He put the pressure on the defense...
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What Was Said: Phenom Challenge (FCDS, Day 1)
6'1 2024 Coleman Lawton (Winston 76ers) played extremely well tonight. Finished with 19 points. Has a great feel for the game. Crafty, shifty guard who can create off the bounce. Also, does a good job defending the ball. 2024 Greyson Kerr (Winston 76ers) is a player to keep your eye on. Great size & frame. Good touch around the rim and from the perimeter. Knocked down three 3's in the game...
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Phenom Grassroots TOC Team Preview: Grindhouse Lakers 17u and 16u
The Phenom Grassroots TOC is this weekend in Rock Hill/Fort Mill, as it is the first LIVE Period with Phenom Hoops this season. The talent pool runs deep throughout and we want to give college coaches a leg up on who to watch and who will be in action. Here are a few players to check out for each team, presented by the head coach. Grindhouse Lakers 17u and 16u 17U Landon King2022West Charlotte...
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Reece's Standouts from Phenom Opening (Day 1: Part 1)
by: Ethan Reece 2025 Amare Adams (Shotcallers Elite)Amare doesn't have much explosiveness, but there's still just so much power in his game. He's a legit bruiser inside that habitually crashes the boards and bullies his defender. Very capable operator with his ability to clear space and take his time, because it's hard for any defender to get in front so the post feed is there every time. He...
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Sophomores leading the way for Hopewell
Sophomores leading the way for Hopewell For Hopewell High School, the future looks very bright. Coached by JaRon Goodson, Hopewell is current 2-4 in conference play and 7-9 overall. Below .500% yes, but Hopewell plays in one of the toughest conferences in the state, the NCHSAA 3A/4A Conference 60, known as the Queen City Conference. It's not easy going against the likes of Chambers, North...
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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Showcase (Day 1)
By: Heath Gulledge 2025 6'0 Jamel Floyd (Va Havoc Roa) Floyd put on a really impressive showing in the 8 am game that I saw. He is a strong, big body guard with a unique ability to bully his way to the rim. He's the type of player who's bigger and stronger than most his age and he puts it to his advantage. Everytime he caught the ball he was looking for the opportunity to get down hill. He knows...
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