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UNCP Piecing Together Huge Incoming Class
Widely regarded as one of the top Division II programs in the region, UNC Pembroke continues to visibly attack the transfer portal as they gear up for next season. Over the last month, they’ve secured commitments from Jonathan Kurtas, Antonee Abraham, Demar Anderson, Joe’l Pettiford, and Javecckio Thomas. Additionally, Quay Watson and Josh Bullock will be the only high school prospects joining...
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Rising Stars: 2026 Waylon Colistra (WV)
By: Kevin Moses Waylon Colistra Twitter: @WaylonColistraInstagram-@waylon_colistraHeight: 6’6, 180Class of 2026School: Morgantown High School, WV Colistra is an interior dominator who flexes his lethal post-scoring ability with great footwork, being a stud in the middle punisher with his size and sheer strength simply overpowers most defenders but Waylon has the versatility to stretch the...
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2027 Jarvis Hayes Jr. should be on your list to watch more
Player: Jarvis Hayes Jr.Class: 2027Height: 6’4School: Woodward (GA)AAU: Atlanta Xpress With the amount of coverage and national media outlets covering travel basketball this summer, there are plenty of prospects that you have already heard about and are well-known in the Class of 2025 and Class of 2026. This is why we are starting our trend and diving more into finding some of the rising talent...
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Dylan Twitty Rapidly Becoming a Name to Know
Development in basketball is an interesting thing. On one hand, it takes a lot of work for the vast majority of players to understand the game and how to produce within a team structure. However, there are some rare cases of a player simply possessing natural instincts and ability. After watching him for multiple viewings, it’s clear that Dylan Twitty is one of those uncommon prospects. Although...
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Young Prospects Worth Noting from Phenom G3
5’10 ’28 Christian Hargett (FBP Elite) There were a lot of impressive young guards on display, and Hargett was quietly as notable as any of them. He’s a smart, smooth, dynamic floor general with an excellent balance between scoring and playmaking. Hargett consistently generated clean looks for himself and others and made smart decisions with the ball in his hands. He scored the ball from all...
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Three More Unsigned Seniors from Phenom G3 Live
6’7 Dylan Mann (Strong Center) Given his impressive growth over the last few months, Mann has clearly vaulted himself into being a next-level prospect. He doesn’t do anything flashy, simply provides a steady, reliable presence on both ends of the floor. Mann displays nice touch and an understanding of how to score with his back to the basket. He moves well for his size and runs the floor...
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Electric guard with Energy: 2025 Amare Anderson
Player: Amare AndersonClass: 2025Height: 6’2AAU: Team CharlotteSchool: Greer HS (SC) The Class of 2025 will be having all eyes their way this summer, and we are here to say that there is a guard down in South Carolina that should be garnering more attention his way. 2025 6’2 Amare Anderson is a player that may go a bit under the radar, but is coming off an incredible high school season and...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Stay Positive (Part Two)
6’5 ’26 Cameron Thompson (Team Charlotte) After a strong showing throughout the weekend, it should come as no surprise to see Thompson’s name listed here. He’s always made a lasting impression through his defense, rebounding, and general athleticism. However, it’s clear that Thompson is making strides as an offensive cog. He highlighted improvements as a ball-handler, passer, and all-around...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Stay Positive (Part One)
6’0 ’27 Brayden Gatling (SW15H Elite) It doesn’t take long to recognize Gatling as a leader for SW15H Elite’s 2027 group. Although they’ve clearly grown as a collective, he’s simply the guy that makes them go. Gatling is a natural leader whose combination of IQ, toughness, and competitiveness allows him to set the tone in a variety of different ways. He possesses the necessary quickness and...
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2025 6’6 Austin Williford continuing to attract eyes his way
Player: Austin WillifordClass: 2025Height: 6’6School: St. Anne’s BelfieldAAU: Team Takeover Back in 2022, we had a chance to head down to the Outer Banks and get our eyes on some very interesting prospects who had yet to see their recruitment take off. One of those players was 2025 Chance Mallory, as he held one offer from NJIT at the time… look where he is today (Read Here). The other player...
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Kevin’s Player Spotlight: 2027 Jeybrehm Price
By: Kevin Moses Jeybrehm PriceTwitter: @jeybrehmprice3 / Instagram is @jeybrehmHeight: 6’3, 180Class of 2027School: Maumee Valley Country Day School in Toledo, Ohio Price is an explosive player with the nastiest handles ever. Jeybrehm uses that weapon to freeze defenders as he blows right by. Offensively, Jeybrehm is good at getting to the rim or just performing simple moves off ball movements...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (5.10.24)
By: Kevin Moses Gabe Clemmons Twitter: @Gabeclemmons1, Instagram: gabeclemmons1Height: 6’10, 220Class of 2025School: Fairfield High School, OH Clemmons is versatile big and can bring the rain from deep, or just punish defenders with strong post moves or mid-range around 10 ft from the rim. With his size and ability to play the 4 or the 5 and can deliver buckets with either hand is a tough cover....
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Jot The Name Down: 2027 Bryer Putman (Wilton)
Player: Bryer PutmanClass: 2027Height: 6’5High School: Muscatine HSAAU: Martin Brothers Select Phenom Hoops has been reviewing film this summer, looking to find new names and talent in the next wave of talent. Finding new names in the class of 2027, we recently watched Martin Brothers Select in Rock Hill (SC) and a player that really stood out in my eyes was 2027 6’5 Bryer Putman from...
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Players to Watch at Phenom G3 Live: Taky Prosper
On May 17-19, Phenom Hoops will host our first Live period of the spring season with our G3 Showcase in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is set to have dozens of college players from multiple states and various areas throughout the Carolinas. Over the next week, we will be taking a closer look at some of the players that college coaches should be prioritizing. In this article, we will be...
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Players to Watch at Phenom G3 Live: MJ Williams
On May 17-19, Phenom Hoops will host our first Live period of the spring season with our G3 Showcase in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event is set to have dozens of college players from multiple states and various areas throughout the Carolinas. Over the next week, we will be taking a closer look at some of the players that college coaches should be prioritizing. In this article, we will be...
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Four Underclassmen to Know in North Carolina
5’11 ’27 JJ Short (NC Rise) Between the IQ, poise, and overall balance, it’s easy to see what Short brings to a team. He understands how to properly dictate the pace while consistently taking care of the ball and creating opportunities for himself and others. Short is an efficient scorer from all levels, but does a terrific job of picking his spots and making smart decisions off the bounce. He’s...
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Late Steal in the Class of 2024: Cooper Kowalski
Player: Cooper KowalskiClass: 2024Height: 6’8AAU: Charleston RaptorsHigh School: First Baptist The recruiting landscape has drastically changed over the years, as several players have already committed and signed early on. But what also makes this interesting is with the transfer portal entry now closed and college prospects coming off the board, it also leaves several unsigned seniors left on...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Arizona Select 15u
The summer is here and big-name programs on taking the court this season on several different circuits. We know plenty of names playing in 17u and even 16u, but Phenom Hoops is looking at the next wave of talent, learning new names around the country, and introducing others to players to watch out for. Team: Arizona Select 15u 2027 5’11 Jackson Moore – Cienega Watching this young point...
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Positioning, Producing, and Portal-ing: Five Guys Who Transferred Up
It’s pretty clear that things within college basketball have changed over the last few years. Between NIL, the Covid year, and looser restrictions surrounding transfers, it’s become a situation where kids are forced to adapt. “Positioning” refers to guys putting themselves in the right spots to be successful. “Producing” is self-explanatory and “Portal-ing” is the method in which kids are...
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The Tigers Strike Again: Santana Lynch Calls it for Hampden-Sydney
It probably goes without saying, but the recruiting landscape is drastically different than it was pre-Covid. The introduction of NIL coupled with seemingly every player testing the portal has led to somewhat of an unpredictable situation. Not only has it become a more intense job for coaches, but there are more questions surrounding high school prospects than ever before. Regardless, these...
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Needing a Friendly Reminder: College-Worthy Prospects (SC Class of 2025)
2025 Melvin Teal (Summerville): Teal is one that I believe should garner more attention and is one that goes a bit under the radar in the state of South Carolina. Teal catches your eyes quickly with his frame as a guard; strong, sturdy, and can embrace physicality. But he offers more with his game and feel. He is able to blend his game within the offense, doesn’t need to be the focal point...
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Player Standouts at Phenom May Madness (Part Two)
6’9 ’26 Julian Adigun (Durham Hurricanes Every updated viewing of Adigun leaves more and more optimism about his growth as an overall player. At 6-foot-9, he’s an incredibly long, fluid athlete with the ability to anchor the paint or reliably space the floor. Adigun shoots the ball at an extremely high level for his size and position. He’s a quality finisher and applies pressure from midrange,...
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Player Standouts at Phenom May Madness (Part One)
6’0 ’26 Tyrin Graham (Mint Hill Lakers) After watching him throughout the weekend, it’s difficult to be anything other than impressed with Graham and his impressive offensive prowess. He’s a polished creator with a terrific combination of quickness, craftiness, and perimeter shooting. Graham breaks down opponents and applies downhill pressure as a penetrating threat, but is arguably at his best...
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Three College-Worthy Unsigned Seniors
6’6 Ryan Evans (Cap City Charlotte) Between his size and shooting alone, it’s surprising that Evans doesn’t have way more suitors. At 6-foot-6, he’s a legitimate perimeter player who can apply pressure as a spot-up threat or creator with the ball in his hands. Evans is comfortable in various roles and understands how to adapt whenever necessary. He consistently hits jumpers, attacks closeouts,...
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The Newest Owl in the Nest: Elijah Gray Commits to Temple
On Thursday, the Temple Owls received a commitment from 6-foot-8 forward Elijah Gray. The North Carolina native and former Fordham Ram is a massive get for Coach Adam Fisher and his staff. For those who are unaware, Gray quietly had a phenomenal sophomore season. His per-game averages of 8.4 PPG and 3.7 RPG (in only 18.0 MPG), might not necessarily explode off the page, but a little bit of...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 2024 Nash Schroeder
By: Kevin Moses Nash Schroeder Twitter: @Nash_1508 Height: 6’2, 170Class of 2024School: Pine View High School, UT Schroeder is a dynamic stud that is crafty and fierce off the bounce. With his strong handles, he gets to the spots he wants and scores at will on all three levels. Nash can also be a catch-and-shoot 3 guy or a straight facilitator setting pace and handling the ball with pressure....
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Phenom’s Rising Star: 2026 Walker Russell
By: Kevin Moses Walker Russell Twitter: @walkerrussell0Instagram: walker_russell00 Height: 6’2, 155Class of 2026School: Magoffin County High School Russell is a high-energy gem who gives 110 percent on both ends of the floor with a high basketball IQ and a solid all-around shooter with a nice range. This stud can really shoot that rock but Walker is an unselfish player that is always...
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Kevin’s Name to Know: 2026 Carter Parson
By: Kevin Moses Carter Parson Twitter: @Real_CP1 Height: 6ft, 155Class of 2026School: Betsy Layne High School, KY Parson is an explosive young talent with a high IQ and great court vision. Carter plays with fire and passion to excel at what he does on the floor. The perfect general who loves to get out in transition and lead his team to easy baskets. Attacking the rim with blow-by speed and...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 6’4 Felipe Patino
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...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 7’2 Harold Lee
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...
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