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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Cannon earns hard-fought battle vs. Cox Mill
Game 4 was about to kick off here at the George Lynch Invitational, as Cox Mill was looking to make a statement going up against Cannon, who was coming off a Day 1 win. It looked to be an interesting battle between these two teams with firepower on the court. Cannon came out strong early but Cox Mill started to settle in and 2024 Langston Boyd started to get going in the first half,...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Concord Academy earns big win vs. Asheville School
Another game started the day here at the George Lynch Invitational, as Asheville School and Concord Academy were back in action and matching up. Two heavyweights went to battle in what we hoped to be a very competitive game and that is what we got in the first half. Concord Academy was able to use a balanced attack scoring-wise to get going, while Derin Saran and company continued to play...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Christ School versus Charlotte Latin
The second game of action at Phenom Hoops’ George Lynch Invitational took place between Christ School and Charlotte Latin. The Greenies entered this game already being regarded as one of the most talented rosters in the state, and this contest only furthered that notion. Things kicked off in complete favor of Christ School, as guys like Emanuel Richards, Keenan Wilkins, Anthony Robinson, and...
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Phenom Game Report: DME National vs. WS Christian National
Second game on the day, DME National took on Winston Salem Christian National, as here was talent to be found everywhere you look. Winston Salem Christian came out strong in the first few minutes, but DME started to settle down, share the ball well, and knock down shots from outside. WS Christian looked to use their size but it was the forwards of DME that was able to stretch the floor and make...
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Phenom Game Report: DME Varsity vs. WS Christian Regional
We started out with DME Varsity taking on Winston Salem Christian Regional, taking part in the Ancore Invitational at Combine Academy. These two teams were back in action after Day 1 and it was WS Christian that turned it up a notch early on. They were able to get out in transition, create early turnovers, and really pressure DME which ultimately helped them earn the early edge 17-8 at the end...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: United Faith completes comeback vs. Charlotte Country Day
The final game of the night, as the host school Charlotte Country Day got it going in front of their crowd against United Faith. Both teams struggled a little early to get it done but that doesn’t mean the energy wasn’t there, as both teams competed hard on both sides. United Faith took the narrow first-quarter lead 12-8 behind United Faith’s Alex Bates, but the guard play was strong...
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Standouts: Combine Academy National vs DME National
It starts with USC commit Silas Demary Jr. Combine goes as he goes. He sets the tone with his play on both ends of the floor. Demary is a high IQ floor general who has his imprint all over the game from scoring to facilitating to rebounding to defending. He is the total package. Demary finished with 13 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. Rakease Passmore once again continues to showcase his much...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Moravian Prep battles past 1of1 Prep
The event continued as basketball fans got a thriller between two high-powered teams that can really fill it up. Moravian Prep and 1of1 Prep squared off in the second matchup of the night, and it was looking to be an entertaining game early on. Both teams started to get it going and play their style, with Moravian Prep continuing to show how prolific of a scoring offense they can...
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Standouts: Winston-Salem Christian vs Raleigh Christian
To start with, Sam Houston State commit 6’8 2023 Torey Alston (Winston-Salem Christian) was tremendous all game. He is the heart and soul of this team, and impacts the game on both ends. His motor is nonstop. Combine that with his length, athleticism, and skillset, he not only produces right now, but has tremendous long-term potential. Alston finished with 9 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists,...
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Standouts: Combine Regional vs DME Varsity
UMBC commit Clinton Efinda was dominant from the opening tip. With his college ready frame, he showcased his ability to attack downhill and finish above the rim. He set the tone early with 18 first quarter points, helping Combine Regional gain control of the game from the opening tip. Efinda finished with a game-high 27 points, 6 rebounds and 1 assist. 6’0 2025 Dylan Craven was spectacular...
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George Lynch Invitational Game Report: Cannon notches win vs. Virginia Episcopal
GLWI-logo-ideas_R2 We got the weekend started here in Charlotte for the George Lynch Invitational presented by Phenom Hoops, as Cannon and Virginia Episcopal squared off to start the thrilling event. Cannon, who is coming off a tough loss last week at the Carmel, came out and made a statement with shots falling early from outside. They were able to jump out to an early double-digit lead after...
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Phenom Game Report: Legacy Early vs. Gaston Christian
Final: Legacy Early 68 – Gaston Christian 54 Stats:LEC: Tyler Ringgold 16 points/ Kristian Hodges 17 points/ Hayden Assemian 8 points/ Jordyn Kee 13 points Gaston: Corey Gaines 15 points/ Cam Newman 14 points/ Joe Rhyne 8 points/ Preston Shuford 8 points Player Standouts: Was really impressed with what I saw from the newest South Florida commit in Tyler Ringgold (LEC). A 6’8 2023 prospect...
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Phenom Game Report: Asheville School vs. Webb
Final: Asheville School 65 – Webb School of Knoxville 63 Asheville School: 8 – 20 – 17 – 20: 65Webb School: 8 – 20 – 16 – 19: 63 Player Notes: 2023 Derin Saran (Asheville School) had another strong showing in this game. The senior point guard has had a great start to the season, showing why he is one of the top point guards in the region. He was able to...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian comes out on top vs. Asheville School
It was the final game of the night, as the hosting school Carmel Christian welcomed Asheville School for a showdown that would end what has been an absolutely insane event to start the season. Carmel Christian came out strong and attacked the paint, with Bryce Cash and Jaeden Mustaf leading the charge in the first half. But Asheville School started to settle down, run their offense, and get the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: The Burlington School pulls out win in double overtime vs. Cannon
The day only continued, as The Burlington School was back in action after Day 1 and they were going up against Cannon, a team that we are getting a chance to see what they had to offer this season. Both teams were getting an early feel for each other, with both showing a balanced attack and getting multiple players involved early. Cannon was able to earn the early edge after the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Concord Academy holds off Greensboro Day in OT
We continued the day here at the Carmel Tip-Off, as two powerhouse programs went to battle between Concord Academy and Greensboro Day. It was Concord Academy that flexed their muscles first, showing their new backcourt duo in Isaiah Tate and JJ Moore as both were knocking down shots early on from behind the arc. That trend continued, as Concord Academy was able to build upon its lead after the...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy wins tight battle vs. 1of1 Prep
Two games were in the book and basketball fans were in for a HUGE treat between two of the top teams in the state in 1 of 1 Prep and Combine Academy. Two coaches that are familiar with each other matched up in a heated battle and it started off exactly how we thought. 1of1 Prep came out strong and quickly showed their youth came to play, but they also had a few veterans step up. But players like...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian strong once again, defeating Northwood Temple on Day 2
Game 2 on Day 2, Northside Christian and Northwood Temple were back in action here in Matthews for the Carmel Christian, as the atmosphere and crowd started to pile in for a great day of basketball. Two very different teams (roster-wise) got it going early, as Northwood Temple’s zone defense created some early havoc, but Northside Christian started to get their guards going. Northwood...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Quality Education bounces back with Day 2 win vs. Westminster Catawba
Day 2 at the Carmel Tip-Off started off with a very intriguing matchup, as Quality Education was looking to bounce back from a Day 1 loss, and we were getting out first viewing of Westminster Catawba and what they had to offer. Both teams started out a little slow offensively, but QEA was able to take the early lead behind the play of AJ Reeves (who had seven first-half points) and...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Carmel Christian secures tough victory vs. Northwood Temple
The last game of the night, as Northwood Temple traveled to take on the home team Carmel Christian in what ended a great Day 1 at the Carmel Tip-Off. Carmel Christian came in strong in showing why they were being ranked as one of the top teams in the state, both on the offensive and defensive end. The three-ball started to fall early for Carmel Christian, but they also created havoc defensively...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Combine Academy uses strong second half to earn a win vs. The Burlington School
After a thrilling Game 1 that went into overtime, it was time for Combine Academy and The Burlington School to get under action. Two big-time programs with new head coaches were kicking off the season in a big way in a hostile environment. Combine Academy came out strong behind one of their big-time stars in 2024 Trentyn Flowers, a 6’9 prospect that can be a complete mismatch on the floor with...
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Carmel Tip-Off Game Report: Northside Christian wins in OT vs. Quality Education
The high school season got underway here with Phenom Hoops at the Carmel Tip-Off, with Northside Christian and Quality Education kicking off a HUGE weekend of basketball in the Charlotte area. The offense started clicking early on for both teams, as shots from outside fell early and the guard play was able to make plays on the floor. QEA came out strong and aggressive against the zone, as...
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Phenom Game Report: Miller School vs. Fork Union PG
The season is here and that just means that Phenom Hoops is tuning in and getting out to watch games all throughout the country, as we start off the season with what was a very intriguing matchup between two schools that have produced some terrific talent. Fork Union PG traveled to Miller School, as both teams brought in some intriguing talent. Starting off the game, FUMA came out strong to take...
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Phenom Game Report: Combine Academy vs. Lincoln Charter
There is nothing like high school basketball getting underway here in North Carolina, as we had this date on our minds for quite some time now. Combine Academy, one of the top teams in the country, kicked off the season at home as they welcomed in Lincoln Charter, a team coming in with nothing to lose and looking to prove themselves in a big way. They did just that, as this game came down to the...
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Standouts from Battle at the Creek: Hargrave vs. Oak Hill
The only way to start the high school season off right is for the annual battle between Hargrave and Oak Hill, as PHenom Hoops went up to West Wilkes high school to watch all the action and to check out the talent on the floor. In a game that was broken up into two halves, along with an extra ten minutes of action, Hargrave won the first half 45-33 and backed that up with a 58-42 victory in the...
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POB’s Notes and Thoughts: Axe Euro Tour (California Club vs. Hoopsfix)
We continue to track and watch prospects from all around the country, this time tuning in to Axe Euro Tour which brought the CBC (California Basketball Club) against Hoopsfix. Getting a chance to watch a variety of all ages, here are some of the notes that we took about what we saw, as Hoopsfix was able to secure the 81-74 victory over California Club. 2023 Sultan Adewale has been strong...
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Team Elite claims first Overtime Elite Championship
It was the OTE Finals, an event that certainly had the attention of basketball fans around the country. In the best of three series, it all came down to one last game. Team OTE had won Game 1 72-51 vs. Team Elite but Team Elite came right back with a strong 74-69 victory to force a winner-take-all Game 3. It was an incredible game for both teams, as it was a close affair...
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Phenom Hoop State Championship: Liberty Heights National vs. Combine Academy
The clash of the titans looked to end the night here on Championship Sunday, as Liberty Heights and Combine Academy squared off. Combine came out early, making some early plays and knocking down shots but Liberty Heights started to get going and eventually took the lead at the end of the first quarter, leading 16-15. Ezra Ausar got it going early with an early seven points in the first quarter...
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Hoop State Championship (Round 2): Combine Academy vs. Moravian Prep
In our second matchup of the night in the Hoop State Championship, we brought two teams that are quite familiar with each other over the years and it was certainly going to be a heated showdown. Moravian Prep and Combine Academy went at it instantly, as both teams were trading baskets early before Combine started to make their mark early with their size of Patrick Wessler and...
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Hoop State Championship (Round 2): Liberty Heights National vs. Liberty Heights Varsity
Two teams that are certainly quite familiar with each other battled it out in the second round of the playoffs and for a chance to compete for a state title. There was no love lost between these two, as you could see that both teams wanted to have a chance to be crowned a champion. Both teams started out a little slow but got things going, as varsity held a narrow 12-11 lead after...
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