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New Life Christian Academy v. Elevation Prep: Players to Watch
6’6 2020 Reggie Raynor: New Life Christian (21 Points) Raynor was the best prospect on the floor the other night and it wasn’t all that close, he’s a high flying, smooth wing that attacks at will and leads his New Life squad with his strong leadership qualities and intangibles. He holds offers from Tennessee State and Coppin State at the moment, expect that list to grow as...
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Cannon School Shines, Dominates Providence Day 75-53
I made the short drive up I-85 North to The Cannon School (13-9) as they hosted Providence Day (10-11) and it was an exciting matchup featuring some of the best young talent in the state, if not the country. It was a tightly contested battle throughout the first half with 6’3 2021 Jarvis Moss keeping Cannon alive early with his flamethrower from beyond the arc (3-3 from deep in the 1st...
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Amateur Hour Podcast: Episode 35
Jamie Shaw, Miles Masercola, and Jeff Bendel go through their favorite players from the different Christmas tournaments they attended, recapped some key storylines from The City of Oaks Classic, Preview what’s ahead for the Carmel Christian MLK Showcase, and talk about what to expect from Phenom Hoop Report in 2019!...
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Miles Magical Five: #PhenomCityOfOaks Session Two
6’10 2020 Isaiah Todd: Trinity Academy of Raleigh Isaiah Todd willed his Trinity Academy of Raleigh team to victory over Holly Springs after knocking down a walk off free throw with no time on the clock. Todd is in the unicorn mold considering there really aren’t many predecessor’s to his blend of size, skill, tenacity, and moxie. At 6’10 he is capable of creating his own...
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Miles Magical Five: #PhenomCityOfOaks Session One
6’3 2021 Elijah Jamison: Louisburg High School (28 Points) Jamison is one of the best pure scorers in North Carolina regardless of class, showing a wide array of moves in his arsenal while he was looking to score. He has great size and length for a lead guard that’s always looking to score. For a right handed player he’s incredibly confident going left, and in fact he goes that...
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Wake Forest makes statement in Non Conference finale
Wake Forest closed out non conference play in style vs the Cornell Big Red last night, the Deacs have been up and down this season but the new year may bring new fortunes. Winston Salem, North Carolina- Wake played a complete team game on both ends, tie dye nation came out with a noticeable sense of urgency. There was a lot of hype around this freshmen class, and the versatility Wake...
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Brandon Lee’s Frank Spencer Storylines PT 2
Day two was full of some surprises Parkland came out and made a statement last night, they wanted all the smoke with the higher seeded Phoenix. Winston Salem, North Carolina- Both these programs and their staffs are very familiar with one other, the intensity level truly had the feel of a rivalry game. Two teams in very different positions, Parkland (4-3), young and hungry, they were...
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Brandon Lee’s Frank Spencer Classic Story lines
Well Christmas is officially over and we need something to carry us into the new year, what better way than to dive in to some Frank Spencer Winter Classic story lines! Winston Salem, North Carolina- The Frank Spencer is one of the most prestigious high school holiday hoops tournaments in the entire state, over the years we’ve witnessed McDonald’s All Americans, College All...
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Jay M Robinson Vs Mount Pleasant: Players to Watch
Last week I had the opportunity to check out Mount Pleasant as they hosted Jay M Robinson and Jay M Robinson got the upset win by the score of 69-59. There was a lot of talent on the court on both sides and both teams should have college coaches of all levels rolling through the gym as the season progresses. Let’s take a look at some of the standouts! 6’2 2020 Devante...
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#AmateurHour EP 34: What to Make of this NCAA Legislation'
Jamie Shaw, Rick Lewis, and Myself all had a little roundtable discussion on what the implications of this NCAA legislation are and how Phenom Hoops, as a company will respond in a way that includes all of the athletes, unlike the NCAA/NFHS. https://soundcloud.com/amateurhourphr/ncaa-emergency-podcast-ep34
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#AmateurHour (Ep33): BoBash Recap and A Preview of the Capital City Jam
Jamie Shaw, Rick Lewis, and Miles Masercola break down some major takeaways from the Bojangles Bash (Start-13:00) and everything leading into this weekends Capital City Jam (13:10-End). Be sure to subscribe and leave a rating! https://soundcloud.com/amateurhourphr/bojangles-bash-recap-capital-city-jam-preview-and-more-ep33
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Live with Brandon Blakney ft Josh Nickleberry
Fayetteville, North Carolina- On the latest segment of Live With Brandon Blakney Extra, Northwood Temple senior, and Louisville signee Josh Nickleberry joined the podcast. Nickleberry is one of the hottest names in prep hoops at the moment, he’s got a chance to break 3,000 career points this season. Phenom Hoops Analyst Jamie Shaw described Nickleberry as “ the best scorer in North Carolina...
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North Stanly Vs West Stanly: Players to Watch
Last week I took a little drive outside of the city limits to Stanly County to check out a big time rivalry matchup between North Stanly and West Stanly. The gym was sold out about 30 minutes before the tip off and the court was filled with next level talent on both sides of the ball. West Stanly got the win at home by the score of 65-55, here are some players to watch. 6’6 2019 Hayden...
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Sun Valley High School Vs Cox Mill High School: Players to Watch
The Cox Mill Chargers (4-0) absolutely throttled the Sun Valley Spartans (2-3) 80-40 on Tuesday night behind the play of Duke Signee Wendell Moore and UNC Charlotte Signee Caleb Stone-Carrawell. Let’s take a look at some of the standouts from the nights action. 6’5 2019 Wendell Moore: Cox Mill High School (Duke Signee) (26 Pts, 4 Reb, 3 Ast, 3 Stl, 2 Blk, 8/11 From the Field, 4/5...
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Dunk Mountain not afraid to Flex on the big boys
With their latest recruitment class Dunk Mountain have made it absolutely clear they aren’t afraid to recruit against bigger schools at the division one level, and with their recent track record why would they' Banner Elk, North Carolina- Tucked away in the Mountains of a modest town in North Carolina, Banner Elk boasts one of the top division two hoops programs in the state and they love their...
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Takeaways from HPU VS EKU
On a day Tubby Smith was honored for his 600th win in the pregame, fans also received an absolutely exhilarating assortment of hoops. It was truly a tale of two halves for High Point as they dropped a 24- point lead to Eastern Kentucky, in a 70-69 dog fight. High Point, North Carolina- The Colonels used an inspirational second half comeback and a dagger from beyond the arc at the buzzer to steal...
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Diving in with: James Wilkins III
In his first season at Calvary Day School 6’1 2022 James Wilkins III has been focused on carving out a role to help this talented and experienced back court flourish this season, he has come in early and provided a spark off the bench. Lewisville, North Carolina- Wilkins has more varsity experience than your average frosh, last season he was a starter as an eighth grader averaging 20 points,...
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Oak Hill Fends off Dorman 75-59 Behind Cam Thomas and Cole Anthony
The Oak Hill Warriors came down to Fort Mill, South Carolina without their Head Coach Steve Smith and they still took care of business against a short-handed, although tough Dorman squad, playing without South Carolina’s #1 2020 PJ Hall, that is arguably the best Public School team in The Carolinas at full strength. Dorman hung around in the first half, largely due to the play of Morehead...
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Northwood Temple Beats Northwestern at the Buzzer 86-84
In yet another close game, Northwood battled back with over 11 lead changes throughout the game including 4 in the final two minutes and came away with a much needed close win over a really intriguing Northwestern High School team out of Rock Hill, South Carolina after Travon Jackson’s lay in at the buzzer. Northwood was led by the dynamic duo of Josh Nickelberry and Jamahri Harvey, the...
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The Miller School Outlasts Irmo 54-50 Behind Dae Dae Heard
A little matchup between Private School Virginia Powerhouse The Miller School, and South Carolina Public School defending 5A State Runner-Ups Irmo High School on a great Saturday Afternoon here at Battle At The Rock. This one was a tightly contested battle from start to finish with some young players really stepping up in key spots for The Miller School to come away with the win. It was one of...
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Miles Magical Five: #BattleAtTheRock Night One
5. 6’10 2019 Armando Bacot Jr: IMG Academy (UNC Signee) 15 Pts, 6 Reb, 6/7 From The Field Bacot was excellent in this contest at taking advantage of mismatches on the offensive end and making the right reads when the United Faith zone collapsed on him, kicking it out to his shooters or dropping it off to cutters. He uses his length on defensive end to effect every shot at the rim and...
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IMG Academy Simply Dominates United Faith in Springer’s Return to the Carolinas
This one was pure domination from start to finish with IMG Academy blowing the doors off of United Faith in their season opener 104-54. Jaden Springer was incredibly efficient with his touches in his return to the Carolinas going 7/10 from the field with 22 points, and his teammates were excellent too. There were highlights on top of highlights with Mikeal Brown-Jones leading the way with a...
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Porter-Gaud Takes Care of Business, Handling York Prep 60-52 Behind a Near Triple Double From Josiah James
Porter-Gaud is looking to get their 4th consecutive State Title and they showed that they’re primed for another championship campaign led by 5 Star Tennesee Signee 6’7 Josiah James. York Prep is in their first year under a new coaching staff, but 6’2 2019 Deuce Dean is still at the helm, providing a high level of toughness with a diverse offensive skillset. The First Quarter...
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Jalil Robinson Leads Gray Collegiate by Northwood Temple 90-63 in Battle At The Rock Opener
In the opening game at the Battle At The Rock Gray Collegiate handled Northwood Temple 90-63. A strong first quarter from 6’0 2019 Tommy Bruner and 6’4 2019 Jalil Robinson, Gray led 18-8 with Robinson attacking at will offensively and the entire team handling their business defensively, keying in on Josh Nickelberry, making him work for every inch early on. They held an 18-8 lead...
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#AmateurHour Episode 31: Battle At The Rock Preview, High School Tour, Kids From The Carolinas Killing It
https://soundcloud.com/amateurhourphr/battle-at-the-rock-preview-stars-from-the-carolinas-at-the-next-level-ep31
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Phenom Hoops Game Report: South Stanly Vs Mount Pleasant
Final Score: Mount Pleasant 71, South Stanly 60 Mount Pleasant handled their business in their season opening win over South Stanly possessing a serious size advantage over the opposition. There were points in the game where the average height on the court was 6’6, which is absolutely absurd for a 2A Public School team, Head Coach George Walker will have a multitude of lineups to use this...
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NC talent fuels Houston Baptist to statement win over ACC opponent
Houston Baptist got a statement 93-91 win over the weekend but it felt like a homecoming to five players on the Huskies roster. The Huskies took down Acc school Wake Forest at the Lawrence Joel Memorial Coliseum on Black Friday, this was a game where HBU found themselves heavy underdogs. HBU was down 14 points with nine minutes left in regulation before utilizing a late run and stall worth...
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SW Guilford impresses vs Hosts RJ Reynolds in Bobby Martin Classic
Southwest Guilford put on an impressive offensive display at the Bobby Martin Classic in front of a packed gym at RJ Reynolds in a 85-69 victory over the hosts. Winston Salem, North Carolina- Keyshaun, (23 pts) and Kobe Langley (12 pts), really stole the show. The hosts RJ Reynolds battled hard but two things stood out above all in this contest, ball movement and defensive pressure, something...
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#AmateurHour (EP 30): Hoops & Dreams Recap, Feast Week Hoops, NCISAA Rankings
https://soundcloud.com/amateurhourphr/hoops-dreams-recap-dukeunc-feast-week-takeaways-ncisaa-rankings-ep30
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Atkins has strong outing in Bobby Martin Classic
Atkins put on a dominant performance over the weekend in the Bobby Martin Classic against Lee County HS. It was a total team effort in the 80-41 triumph for the Camels they set the tone with exceptional guard play and superb ball movement. Winston Salem, North Carolina- Atkins (1-1,0-0), came into the game looking to bounce back from a sluggish performance in their season opening loss vs Reagan...
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