DAVID ROSE MDC EVENT RECAPS
Lady Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic
5’10 ’25 Justice Zimmerman (Carolina All-Stars) There are certain players who stand out as natural leaders, and Zimmerman is certainly applicable to this notion. She’s a strong, high-motor wing/forward who does everything on the court. Zimmerman communicates at all times, willingly makes hustle plays, and fills in the gaps whenever necessary. She finishes around the basket and hits shots along...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2028)
6’1 Jaleel Smith (Carolina Wolfpack) Given everything he’s already done at the varsity level, it should come as no surprise to see Smith listed here. He played with the Carolina Wolfpack and looked utterly dominant throughout the weekend. Smith is already a very advanced player with the IQ, skillset, and natural instincts to cause a ton of problems for the opposition. He scored however and...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2027) (Part Two)
6’7 Josh Leonard (Upward Stars) It probably goes without saying, but Leonard continues to highlight the makings of a notable prospect. Despite playing up an age group (as he’s always done), it’s impossible to detect that he’s younger than his cohorts. His combination of IQ, size, and skill makes Leonard a matchup problem for opponents. Leonard displayed the ability to rebound, defend multiple...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2027)
5’11 Zaiyir Phillips (Team United) There are several names on this roster who receive a lot of attention. Despite not getting the same buzz as others, it’s clear that Phillips is among their most valuable pieces. He’s an incredibly steady, smart guard who can effectively produce from either backcourt position. Phillips offers a well-rounded identity with the combination of shooting, defense, and...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2026)
6’4 BJ Brown (Upward Stars) Arguably the most impressive performer from the Class of 2026, Brown made a lasting impression with his combination of size, defense, nonstop motor, and perimeter shooting. Not only is he a high-level defender, but he plays extremely hard and genuinely knows how to outwork his assignment at every possible turn. Brown possesses amazing anticipation and recovery...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic (2025)
6’2 Nicholas Graves (NC Spartans) It’s easy to see the impact Graves has for this group, as he naturally stands out as an all-around leader on the court. He dictates pace, creates for others, and consistently finds ways to apply scoring pressure from all levels. Graves is a steady player with the IQ, effort, skillset, and adaptability to consistently make his presence felt. That being said, he...
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Phenom Memorial Day Classic Previews: Upward Stars 3SSB
It probably goes without saying, but Upward Stars is among the top programs in the Carolinas. They do an exceptional job of keeping notable South Carolina prospects on their roster and consistently advancing kids to the next level. Over the last few years, guys like Julian Phillips, PJ Hall, Dillon Jones, and Bryce McGowans (among various others) were a few of the special players to emerge from...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Memorial Day Classic
5’11 ’22 Jordan Marsh (PSB Larkin) There’s an abundance of talent within the PSB Larkin squad, and Marsh is as valuable as anyone. At this point, he’s probably underrated within the bigger scheme of things. Marsh is a sharp ball-handler and playmaker with an excellent penetration sense. He’s smart, athletic, and displays nice balance as a two-way floor general. Marsh is a quality defender and...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Memorial Day Classic
6’6 ’22 Jeremy Dixon (Team Eat) Team Eat offered a pretty balanced attack as a team, but Dixon continually found ways to set the tone and stand out as a two-way leader for this group. He’s a long, skilled, athletic wing prospect with an excellent transition presence and the ability to score the ball from all levels. Dixon makes a consistent impact on the glass, defensively, and in transition,...
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Destin Clark is TOO STRONG!!! Averged 30 for HS, Wins Back to Back Championships
Destin Clark averaged over 30 points per game this high school season, firmly planting his name on the radar. Well now he has carried all of that over to the EYBL, playing 16u with Team United and leading them to back to back championships in May.
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SHIFTY 8th Grader Alik Lewis GOT LOOSE at #PhenomDavidRoseMDC … 20+ Per Game in Championship RUN!!
Team Felton 14s team had a heck of a run at Phenom's David Rose Memorial Day Classic. They were led by point guard Alik Lewis, who had the ball on a string all weekend Not only did Alik initiate a lot of the offense he also made a lot of the shots.
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“I’m About to Take Over”! Bailey Wiseman Deals BUCKETS to ALL Comers!!
Bailey Wiseman is a stone cold killer, it is as easy to see him go for 20 in any give game. basketball comes easy to him. What will be interesting will be how his recruitment goes.
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ALL I DO IS WIN!!” Javonte Waverly is The Hoop State’s Most UNDERRATED PG
Javonte Waverly led his Henderson Collegiate team to the NCHSAA State Championship game this year. Then he has led his Royal Knights AAU team to the championship of 4 different travel tournaments this year. All the kid does is win! Waverly, playing up is a 2021 prospect (playing varsity and 17u).
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Ep 4: COACHES CORNER … Team United 16s Coach Walker Talks Coaching on Nike’s EYBL Circuit
In this segment of COACHES CORNER Rick Catches up with Team United 16u EYBL coach Jermaine Walker to talk about his players and Life playing on Nike's EYBL Circuit.
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“GAH DANG!!” UNKNOWN Trevon Williams GOES OFF as he DOMINATES #PhenomDavidRoseMDC
Trevon Williams came into Phenom's David Rose Memorial Day Classic as an unknown ... Well, no longer is that the case.
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6’8 2020 Alex Holt proving to be a big that can man the middle at the next level
6’8 2020 Alex Holt for Team Phoenix/ Lexington HS showcased his full potential at the Phenom Hoops David Rose MDC, holding his ground down low in the paint, rebounding at a high level, and displaying a soft touch around the rim.
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Jonas Aidoo is a CREATE-A-PLAYER!! ONLY 16, 6’11 protects the rim, shoots the 3 & runs the floor
Jonas Aidoo is a new name to the recruiting radar, however one who could burst onto the scene at any moment now. Already standing 6'11, the 16 year old may still be growing.
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RJ Felton Dunks it IN HIS FACE … BREAKOUT Star TAKES OVER #PhenomDavidRoseMDC in Championship!!
RJ Felton is very good at basketball, it is that simple. However, with him it is his toughness that really sets him apart from others...
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Jaylen Siermons is a BULLY in the PAINT … An INTIMIDATING Presence
Not only is Jaylen Siermons tough, he does everything you want a big to do. The lefty, has great touch 15 feet and in, with the ability to post and finish with a go-to move and he can face up and get to the rim.
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Ep 3: COACHES CORNER — Team Phoenix Coach Brown Talks Having a Recruitable Team!!
In this series, we catch up with grassroots coaches to talk about their program. We shed light on their upstart, their team, their rise and what it takes to direct and coach a non shoe circuit team ...
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Omarion Bodrick GOES INSANE as he Has Own Personal Dunk Contest at #PhenomDavidRoseMDC
Omarion Bodrick is must see tv. Only a sophomore, he is a high flyer who effects the game on both ends of the floor. Haters are going to say, "all he can do is dunk" but that couldn't be further from the truth.
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BETTER THAN KWE'! 8th Grader Tremayne Parker GOT NEXT from Dreamville!! #PhenomDavidRoseMDC
You can watch some dudes and just tell they can play. This is the third event Tremayne Parker has come to this summer and he has FAR AND AWAY been the best player on the floor, all 12 games.
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Players that should have college coaches attention after their play at the David Rose MDC
The David Rose MDC was a phenomenal event that had an array of talent for college coaches on all levels. But there were a few players that should start garnering more attention down the road from college coaches and we wouldn’t be surprised if offers start coming their way.
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Ep 2: COACHES CORNER — Coach Yarborough Talks Building a True Grassroots Program
In this series, we catch up with grassroots coaches to talk about their program. We shed light on their upstart, their team, their rise and what it takes to direct and coach a non-shoe circuit team ...
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Team Felton & Team Power go BLOW for BLOW in HEATED 14u Championship #PhenomDavidRoseMDC
Sure it is only a 14u game, but this wasn't your typical 14u matchup. These kids played with an incredible passion. They fought, and scrapped and clawed, both teams, until the very end.
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NC Red Storm Vs. Royal Knights … #PhenomDavidRoseMDC 17u Championship was a BATTLE
These two teams from the 919 were on a collision course all weekend to play one another. These two teams are extremely talented, but also incredibly well coached and disciplined
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Manzer 17U Claims Gold Championship at Phenom’s 6th annual David Rose MDC
In the 17U Blue Division Gold Championship game, Manzer 17U went up against a Charlotte Nets 2021 – Gainey team that was playing up an age group. This game was very tightly contested as both teams were going at each other and the game would come down to the wire. 5’10 guard James Marques once again played well in this one as he was able to use his quickness and three-point shooting ability...
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WCBA 2021 Claim Gold Championship at Phenom’s 6th Annual David Rose MDC
The 16U White Division Gold championship game pitted a well balanced WCBA 2021 team against a tough PSB Winston Salem – Robinson group. The interior duo of 6’4 big bodied forward CJ Smith and 6’6 forward Owen Gulledge were off and running for PSB as they were able to get some early buckets down low and set the tone for their team both scoring 9 points in the game. After WCBA got their...
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David Rose MDC Champions
Check out all the champions from the weekend at the Phenom Hoops David Rose MDC.
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Team Synergy wins a tight one in the 17u Red Bracket-Bronze Championship
Team Synergy and the Charlotte Nets were two evenly matched teams that started out going blow for blow. Moving the ball around to get good shots, in addition pushing the ball up the floor back and forth.
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