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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’2 Champ Hayden
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked or...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’5 Camren Daniels
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are...
read moreKevin’s Player to Watch: 2025 Docker Tedeschi
Docker Tedeschi Twitter: @docker_tedeschi Height: 6’8, 175Class of 2025School: Benton Consolidated High School, IL Tedeschi is an electric stud that presents a real problem for opposing defenders. With his size and length alone, he is a tough cover but when you add his speed athleticism and shooting ability, he can be an overwhelming force. This stud can score from almost anywhere or the...
read moreWhy Richmond’s Unsigned Trio Should Appeal to College Coaches
Now that the high school season is coming to a close, more and more college-level players are searching for landing spots at the next level. Plenty of guys have committed, but the dearth of offers being doled out to high school kids is pretty apparent. Consider Richmond, for example. Everyone is talking about Paul McNeil’s memorable season (rightfully so) and the success they’ve enjoyed as a...
read moreKevin’s Players to Know (2.6.24)
per Kevin Moses Dalton Scantleburg Twitter: @Dalton_ScanHeight: 6’9 Class of 2025School: Lane Tech High School, IL Scantleburg is a classic old-school punisher. With high percentage shooting and physical post play Dalton makes the statement that he owns the paint and isn’t expecting any guest. With ruthless power, he put on a show. Great footwork and fiercer finishes this stud...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’5 Jeff Clark
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreBryce Ward Shining Among the Top Freshmen in South Carolina
Now that we’ve began to settle into the 2024 calendar year, it seems like a perfect time to reflect on some of the top freshmen in the Carolinas. While so much excitement is being generated around guys like King Gibson, LJ Smith, Josh Leonard, and countless others, there are several players worthy of attention. Among that group, Bryce Ward has been someone who is quietly enjoying an...
read moreSouthern Guilford Trio Continues to Dominate
This season, there has been a healthy amount of parody across the high school landscape. For the first time in several years, it feels like anyone can be beaten. It’s been especially evident on the public-school side, as numerous programs have emerged as real title contenders in each classification. Among these teams, Southern Guilford (18-1) is trending as a real threat to contend for a...
read morePlayer Standouts from Blue Checks/Cold Hearts
Cold Hearts: 7’1 ’24 John Bol It’s easy to see the intrigue with someone like Bol, who already possesses an incredibly tantalizing frame and matching skillset. He possesses a unique combination of length, mobility, and overall instincts, which allows him to consistently cause problems for opponents. Bol patrols the court exceptionally well as a defender, consistently eliminating space and...
read moreKevin’s Players to Know (2.2.24)
Per: Kevin Moses Landen Briley Twitter: @landon_briley Height: 6’3Class of 2025School: West Valley High School, WA Briley is yet another dynamic stud that is a walking bucket. A smooth touch from three land. Explosive off the bounce and a crafty finisher. Double team no matter this young star powers right through to get his shot off or create for others and Landon can deliver some...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 5’11 Isaiah Sanders
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’3 Gage Lattimore
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’3 J3 Swindell
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: Quasim Oden
Given the high amount of volatility in college recruiting, specifically in today’s transfer-dominated world, it’s becoming more and more common to see high-level players not get the attention they deserve from college programs. This is perhaps the most evident (specifically in the triangle area) when taking a deeper look into Quasim Oden’s situation. The 6’1″ guard...
read more2025 Sugar Eaton (New Hope Leadership) is one to get your eyes on
Player: Sugar EatonClass: 2025Height: 6’3School: New Hope Leadership (SC) The Phenom Hoops platform is here to provide an opportunity for all players to earn recognition for their game, and we are here to bring you a name that deserves the eyes of college coaches. 2025 6’3 Sugar Eaton was a name that recently came to South Carolina and made his presence known at the SC Top 80. He has only...
read moreReidsville vs. Walkertown Game Recap
On Tuesday, Phenom Hoops traveled out to Walkertown High School for an inter-conference matchup between the hosting Wolfpack and the visitors from Reidsville High School. The Rams enter this contest undefeated and sporting arguably the most dynamic basketball duo across North Carolina. However, Walkertown is also enjoying a ton of success and should ultimately emerge as a challenging opponent...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’1 David Mirikwe
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’6 Damori Lytch
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreNorth Surry Upholding Success Under New Leadership
When folks talk about the upper-echelon of basketball programs in North Carolina, we tend to hear the same list of names. Over the last few years, countless private and independent teams have been added to this mix while the number of public schools seems to shrink. However, Coach Tyler Bentley and the North Surry Greyhounds have maintained their status throughout all the constant change....
read morePhenom Spotlight: 2026 Noah Pierce (North Henderson)
Player: Noah PierceClass: 2026Position: GuardSchool: North Henderson 2023-24 Stats: 19.2 points per game, 4.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.7 steals A sneaky sophomore to take a look at this year and further down the road is 2026 6’2 Noah Pierce at North Henderson, as he has been putting up some impressive numbers so far this season. Averaging nearly 20 points per game, Pierce has been a...
read moreKevin’s Players to Know (1.27.24)
Nate Rodriguez Twitter: @Nate10Rodrigues Height: 6ft, 175 Class of 2025 School: Parkersburg High School, WV Rodriguez is an electric 3 & D point guard who is a strong triple-threat scoring option and rock-solid floor general with a high IQ always looking to make the right play whether for himself or a teammate. Nate is a crafty facilitator with great court vision and nice...
read moreUnder the Radar: Chance Gladden
In every class, there’s a small handful of players whose level of production and projection greatly outweighs their level of recruitment and general buzz. In North Carolina’s 2025 class, few players (if any) fit that bill more than Ravenscroft’s Chance Gladden. The 6’3″ guard generated quite the buzz over the holiday break after breaking the John Wall Holiday...
read moreThe Top Team in Division III: Hampden-Sydney’s Winning Formula
In basketball, nearly every young player grows up hoping to become the next big star. After years of watching college and professional basketball, most kids still ultimately lack an understanding of the ability required to succeed in athletics. The grassroots level is a prime example of this notion. So many kids are fixated on Division I sports without realizing that Division II and Division III...
read morePhenom Hoops Middle School Camp Evaluations: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Roland Whitley #30: 5’4 ’28 Max Leroux (Okatie) Starting things off, we look at a player who showcased a fairly steady, balanced identity, Max Leroux. He’s a smart, wiry guard prospect with a high motor, well-rounded skillset, and unselfish approach to the game. Whether attacking the basket, spotting-up from beyond the arc, or asserting himself in the midrange, Leroux found ways to...
read morePhenom Hoops Middle School Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Dre Simmons #28: 5’4 ’29 Jalen Webb (Youngsville) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a consistent impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Jalen Webb. He’s a young, smart, unselfish guard prospect who does a terrific job of dictating the action and setting up others. Webb regularly stood out for his coachability and willingness to adapt to team needs....
read moreKevin’s Players to Know (1.26.24)
By: Kevin Moses Peyton Brown Twitter: @peytonbrown Height: 6’1, 165 Class of 2024School: St. Albans High School, WV Brown is an explosive and crafty combination guard who can fill up the stat sheet in a hurry. Peyton is a dynamic triple-threat scoring option with nice blow-by speed and shifty athletic ability that helps him create his own shots with ease. Great elevation to shoot over...
read morePhenom Hoops Middle School Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Cooper Hart #22: 5’2 ’28 Jeremiah Purdie (Raleigh) Starting things off, we look at a player who possesses a strong understanding of how to run team, Jeremiah Purdie. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a tight handle and crafty playmaking sense. Purdie plays with excellent pace while constantly surveying the floor and creating scoring opportunities for himself and...
read morePhenom Hoops Middle School Camp Evaluations: Team 1
Team 1 Coach: Ethan Reece #17: 5’0 ’29 Austin Kelly (Blythewood) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a consistent impact despite his lack of size, Austin Kelly. He’s a wiry, unselfish guard prospect who possesses a high motor and solid understanding of how to make plays with the ball in his hands. Kelly is a capable penetrating threat who handles the ball well and sets up others at...
read moreUnsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’0 Delani Hammonds
At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, hundreds of players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and...
read moreThe Perfect Storm: Special Duo Shining for Guilford College
Life has a unique way of presenting opportunity. Though cliché, the concept of “everything happens for a reason” is extremely applicable to high school basketball and all the factors associated with it. Recruiting has become such a nightmare for the vast majority of kids. While this is largely due to the aftermath from covid, there are still so many prospects who lack an understanding of what it...
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