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Combine Academy crowned champion at PhenomHoopState Championship

It was the game that everyone wanted, as two of the top teams around the region met for a state championship. Combine Academy vs. Liberty Heights' let the show begin. It was going to be interesting to see which team was going to strike first and we got our answer quickly, as Combine Academy quickly made a statement by going up double-digits.' Robert Dillingham was feeling it early on and it...

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Phenom HoopState Championship: Combine Academy vs. Quality Education

The action continued in Rock Hill, as the top-seeded Combine Academy started its event against Quality Education.' Both teams really came out strong on both ends, with Quality Education putting Combine on their heels early, attacking the basket, and being aggressive at the rim.' They also wanted to get out and run when they could but head coach Jeff McInnis got his team going and eventually took...

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Phenom HoopState Championship Matchup Preview: Combine Academy vs. Quality Education

The Phenom HoopState Championship brings you some of the best teams that haven’t competed for a state championship in the NCHSAA and NCISAA, all under one building to compete for a title. Last year, Moravian Prep took home the title but this year, it looks to be even deeper and it is anyone’s ball game. To get geared up for the event, we want to preview some of the matchups you will see on Friday, with much more coverage coming.

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Combine Academy vs Lake Norman Christian

In the game that everyone has been eagerly anticipating all year, Lake Norman Christian traveled to Lincolnton to take on Combine Academy on Tuesday night. With two of the top rated sophomores in the nation, the basketball community wanted to see Mikey Williams vs Robert Dillingham. While these two young prospects were the headline, each team was filled with several talented players and coaches...

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Combine Academy vs The Burlington School: Game Recap

On Saturday afternoon, Phenom Hoops traveled to Lincolnton to watch Combine Academy take on The Burlington School. TBS was facing a nationally ranked Combine Academy for their second game in two days after getting a close road win Friday night at South Granville. The first half was a defensive battle. Both teams were doing a really good job of pressuring the ball and forcing turnovers. Robert...

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Word of God Takes Down Combine Academy

In a matchup of two of the top teams in the state, Combine Academy travelled to Raleigh to take on Word of God. The anticipation and hype surrounding this game was real. Combine won the first meeting by four points on November 20th at Combine. You knew both teams would be ready. Each have played a national schedule and have notable wins on their resume. The ball was tipped and from then on out,...

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HIGHLIGHTS: TOP 30 Robert Dillingham vs Julian Phillips; Combine Academy – Blythewood at BATR!

The stars were out at the Battle at the Rock, as Combine Academy and Blythewood took the court. Combine, led by 2023 Robert Dillingham and others took home the win against Blythewood, led by 2022 star Julian Phillips. Check out all the highlights from the matchup.

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Battle at the Rock – Saturday Session 2 Standouts

Game 1'''''''''''Combine Academy 76''''''''''Blythewood 45 Robert Dillingham    6'2       2023    (Combine Academy) Every single time Dillingham steps on the floor, he is nothing short of electric. The quick, shifty guard is a big-time shot maker who can get going at any moment. He has a unique ability to create off the...

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Battle at the Rock: Combine Academy vs. Dorman

The start of two highlight intriguing matchups, Combine Academy and Dorman looked to give the fans and viewers a show.  In what looked to be a fast-pace game, Combine Academy was able to make their mark early on, pushing the pace, finding success from the perimeter, and making it extremely difficult for Dorman on the defensive end. Combine really took control of the game early with a 25-4...

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HIGHLIGHTS: Robert Dillingham & Jaylen Curry COMBINE For 40 as the Goats Defeat W-S Christian!

Combine Academy vs. WS-Christian. Jeff McInnis vs. Antonio Lowe. This was a matchup many wanted and it didn't disappoint as they battled it out at the November Classic, presented by Phenom Hoops. Check out all the highlights and make sure to subscribe for more videos/

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Phenom November Classic: Combine Academy vs. WS Christian (Recap/Standouts)

Session three was underway and Combine with Jeff McInnis matched up with Antonio Lowe and Winston-Salem Christian in a highly-anticipated showdown.  These two teams traded punches all throughout the first quarter and into the second, as Robert Dillingham came out swinging early while Brandon White muscled his way in the paint. Second half, Combine retained their very small lead throughout,...

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HIGHLIGHTS: Robert Dillingham Leads Combine to Opening Season WIN vs Carolina Basketball Academy!

Combine Academy and Carolina Basketball Academy squared off at the Phenom Tip-Off Classic, both looking to make their mark early in the season. Combine Academy used a balanced attack, led by their young guards and talented squad. Check out all the highlights from the game.

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INTERVIEW: Combine HC Jeff McInnis Goes In-Depth on 2021 Team + Lessons Learned from the NBA!

Tyler Lewis sits down with Combine's head coach Jeff McInnis to have a little chat about the upcoming season, what his 2020-21 team looks like, and the lessons that he has learned over the years and his time in the NBA. This is a can't miss the interview and make sure you subscribe to our channel.

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Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy (Part II)

It is getting close to that time of the year, where Phenom Hoops hits the road to check out teams and get an early glimpse of the talent around the area. We first started out heading to Lincolnton, to check in on Jeff McInnis and Combine Academy who is loaded once again.

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Phenom Open Gym: Combine Academy

It is getting close to that time of the year, where Phenom Hoops hits the road to check out teams and get an early glimpse of the talent around the area. We first started out heading to Lincolnton, to check in on Jeff McInnis and Combine Academy who is loaded once again.

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COACH’S CORNER: Combine HC Jeff McInnis on His Coaching Mentors + Building A POWERHOUSE Team in NC!

Check out this week's Coach's Corner with Combine HC Jeff McInnis. McInnis is a native of Charlotte, NC who played for 2 HOF Coaches in Steve Smith (Oak Hill) & Dean Smith (UNC). The former NBA tells us what those coaches taught him along the way and how they helped shape him into the man he is today. McInnis also fills us in on what he's building at Combine Academy in Lincolnton, NC.

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PHENOM FOCUS: AJ Smith to COMBINE ACADEMY! 6’5″ Guard Tells Us WHY The MOVE + RECLASSIFICATION!

AJ Smith is regarded as one of the top prospects in the state of North Carolina and made headlines when he announced that he would be transferring to Combine Academy and reclassing to the 2022 class. He discusses more about his decision, his time at Hickory Grove Christian, and his relationship with the Coach McInnis. Smith also breaks down the latest in his recruitment; which schools are coming strong and which high-major schools are showing interest his way

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