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POB’s Thoughts: 2024 Austin Swartz is going to be a name you hear a lot about; Canes score big commitment
Sometimes as scouts, you just need to get your thoughts written out, and a player that recently made headlines as far as a commitment was 2024 Austin Swartz as he committed to the Miami Hurricanes on Tuesday. Swartz has been a player that Phenom Hoops may have seen the most throughout the country, from when he was part of our Junior Phenom camp, and each and every year on our platform; I’ve had...
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Interest picking up on 2025 Isaac Ericksen
The Class of 2025 here in North Carolina is really starting to earn recognition, and one player of interest in the class is 2025 6’8 Isaac Ericksen. Ericksen is one that has made the necessary developments in his game over the last year, and really caught a lot more eyes this summer with his play for Team SW15H Elite. When talking about his game, we had this to say: “Ericksen really opened more...
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Learn More About: 2026 6’3 DeZhon Hall (IN)
Looking into the state of Indiana, we look to highlight a young rising prospect to really watch out for in 2026 6’3 DeZhon Hall.
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Miami has big day with commitment from 2024 Austin Swartz
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Austin SwartzClass: 2024Committed to: Miami What Was Said by Phenom: “Aside from the...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Liberty strikes early with commitment in 2025 Andrew Grimes
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Andrew GrimesClass: 2025Committed to: Liberty Game Breakdown and What He Brings:...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Georgia Southern snags commitment from 2024 Langston Boyd
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Langston BoydClass: 2024Committed to: Georgia Southern Game Breakdown and What He...
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2026 Ian Bailey “feeling great” after receiving first offer; talks other early interests
Phenom Hoops introduced to you a while back about 2026 Ian Bailey and said that he could be a player of big interest in the coming years from what we saw. His game really translates well and he continues to show the flashes that could make him a high priority for schools in the coming years. But recently, he announced that he had received his first offer from Western Carolina. We spoke to him...
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Phenom Recruitment Update: 2025 Kaleb Evans (Lexington, SC)
Player: Kaleb EvansClass: 2025School: Lexington HS (SC) One of the top players in South Carolina in the Class of 2025 is Kaleb Evans, an electric guard with great size at 6’3, is crafty and quick, displays athleticism with the ball in his hands, and is continuing to develop his overall game. Schools are noticing more of what he brings and what he ultimately could be, as Evans earned his...
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Schools starting to catch on with 2025 Chris Eagan
The talent runs deep in the state of North Carolina, and that looks to continue in the Class of 2025 as players are starting to garner more attention. One interesting forward to watch out for is 6’8 Chris Eagan, one that we have found intriguing but one that has also developed and added more to his game. We spotlighted him not long ago in an article here:...
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2026 6’11 Sam Funches continues to rack in the offers
The Class of 2026 looks to be an impressive one, and one player that has been earning the attention of schools all around the country already is 2026 6’11 Sam Funches from Germantown High School. Phenom Hoops introduced Funches over a year ago, as we dug into more of his game, where he excels, and more about his development. Read:...
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An Amazing Feeling: 2025 Jonah Lawrence talks first D1 offer
2025 Jonah Lawrence has been a proven prospect here in North Carolina but it has taken some time for schools to pull the trigger in offering him. But the time finally came for him, as Western Carolina was the first school to offer Lawrence, but that trend could continue as the year went on. Lawrence flips the bill as a guard who can impact a program and be a nice piece; his size, his...
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2024 Cooper Kowalski continues to be a target for college programs
2024 Cooper Kowalski had a breakout-type summer with the Charleston Raptors, and it seems that he is popping up more and more on college coaches’ radars. Kowalski was one that our scouts raved about this summer with what he brought to the court, his energy and motor, and his overall impact. “When watching him in action, he was able to bring production immediately to the table; a...
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Phenom Get to Know: 2026 Amari Cummings (Florida)
Player: Amari CummingsClass: 2026Height: 6’4School: Bishop John J. Snyder Phenom Hoops heads down to a familiar state in Florida, as we continue to spotlight players to look out for. One player that recently made some news was 2026 6’4 Amari Cummings from Bishop Snyder High School. This is a young man that is coming off a season in which he led the team in scoring at 10.3ppg, and has only...
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Phenom Recruitment Update: Busy Weekend of Offers Rolling Out
It was a busy weekend for players who have been featured by Phenom Hoops over the years, as the offers were rolling out and players were being seen! If you missed some of the newest offers from some familiar faces, check out who added or received their first offers over the weekend! 2024 Luke Morgan – Offered by Navy2023 Trevor Barrett – Commits to Coastal Carolina2026 Trey Beamer...
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2026 Amari Byles learning more from busy summer; recruitment continuing to take off
2026 6’2 Amari Byles is a proven star on the court, as she is one of the top players in the country and has shown that after a big summer. Not only was able to show that with SA Finest but plans to continue that success at DeSoto this upcoming high school season. Byles had a very busy summer with AAU ball, playing overseas, and now preparing for the season; that doesn’t mention everything going...
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2024 6’9 Eoin Dillon adding new offers and taking visits
2024 6’9 Eoin Dillon has had a strong summer and looks to only continue his success this upcoming high school season at Peoria Notre Dame in Illinois. Dillon has been adding multiple offers throughout the last few months, including his latest from Belmont. Phenom Hoops spoke with the forward to learn some of the latest, his mindset coming into the season, and what visits he has set up. Phenom:...
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Elevating his game, but still so much potential: 2025 Sadiq White
The Phenom Summer Finale brought some of the premier talents to the court, which included Phenom Hoops’ No. 1 player in the class of 2025 in 2025 6’8 Sadiq White. White was once a name many were learning, but he is now ranked as one of the top players not only in North Carolina but nationally, and when you watch him in action, it is easy to see why. The 6’8 long, lengthy, and athletic...
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Phenom Recruitment Update: 2024 Ari Fulton (Westover)
2024 6’6 Ari Fulton is a name that many have heard but also seems to be one that could be in for a blowup quickly with college programs. When you watch his game and what he provides, there is a lot to like; his 6’6 frame, his big-time athleticism, his ability to finish at the rim, his versatility on defense, and his overall impact in a variety of ways on the court. But he is also showing that he...
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Phenom Recruitment Update: Big Weekend of Commitments
What a weekend it was, as big-time names came off the board with commitments being announced. Several programs got better over the weekend, with a few names that Phenom Hoops is quite familiar with. So we dive into what you may have missed and each of their games. 2024 Cam Scott commits to Texas We started off the week with a huge commitment from a guy we have watched for quite a few years, even...
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Lady Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Lili Booker heading to Longwood
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Lili BookerClass: 2024Committed to: Longwood What She Said: Lady Phenom: What made...
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Lady Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Delanie Hill announces commitment to Albany
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Delanie HillClass: 2024Committed to: Albany What She Said: Lady Phenom: What made...
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2026 Cody Peck earns first offer, continuing to develop his game
A rising prospect in North Carolina to really watch out for is 2026 6’8 Cody Peck from Providence high school, as he has been a name really popping out more with his play this summer. Though we have known about Peck, one can tell that he has developed big time this summer and college coaches are starting to notice more. In fact, Peck announced recently that he received his first...
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2024 Kany Tchanda continuing to remind everyone of his talents
2024 Kany Tchanda has been a prospect we have had the pleasure of watching over the last few years, first with Concord Academy and then when he went to Winston Salem Christian. And now, he will be looking to make his mark with Sunrise Christian this upcoming season, as he recently announced he would be transferring there. But before he left, we had a tremendous opportunity to check in on...
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Lady Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 Jacy Abii (Frisco Liberty)
Lady Phenom continues its premier coverage all around the country, as we go down to Texas this time. We had a terrific opportunity to talk to one of the top players in the country in 2026 Jacy Abii from Frisco Liberty, as she is a rising star that has already accomplished so much. Already regarded as one of the top players in the country, a state champion with her high school team,...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Northwest Florida snags 2023 Tyrese Melo
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Tyrese MeloClass: 2023Committed to: Northwest Florida What Was Said by Phenom: “Melo...
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2026 Kendre Harrison visits Wake Forest and earns offer
2026 Kendre Harrison certainly has been a name out there this summer that has been making some waves, whether it was for basketball or football. Phenom Hoops recently spoke with Harrison about his offer from Florida State, but another ACC school has entered the picture. Harrison recently made a visit to Wake Forest, this being his first basketball visit. It was certainly a memorable...
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2025 Tre McKinnon’s visit to Raleigh was “amazing”
One of the premier talents here in the state of North Carolina, 2025 Tre McKinnon was one of several players that recently made a visit to NC State to check out the facilities and talk with the staff. McKinnon, a high-flying athletic prospect from Lake Norman, was able to enjoy himself in Raleigh as he discussed with Phenom Hoops about his visit and what he was able to take away from it...
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2024 Colin White is down to five schools; discusses each
2024 6’6 Colin White is coming off a tremendous summer with Indiana Elite and has proven to be one of the premier talents around the country. So many schools came his way this summer, as he racked in some impressive offers and recently, he announced his Top-5 schools. The Ohio native prospect announced Northwestern, Ohio State, Cincinnati, Butler, and TCU all made his final five. Check out what...
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Commitment Alert: 2024 AJ Swinton commits to Florida State
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: AJ SwintonClass: 2024Committed to: Florida State What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:...
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2025 Zymicah Wilkins visits NC State, walks away with offer
2025 Zymicah Wilkins certainly has proven that he is one of the premier talents in the state of North Carolina for his class, and he has had a tremendous summer to date. Wilkins has been able to rack up some impressive offers so far, but he recently made a trip to take an unofficial visit to Raleigh this week. On Wednesday, the forward from Christ School traveled to NC State for an...
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