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2026 Deron Rippey Jr. attracting the eyes of blue-blood programs and more
It was not long ago when we introduced 2026 Deron Rippey Jr. on our platform after watching him at the USA Open Club Championships. With college coaches lining the sidelines his way, Rippey Jr. was incredibly effective and impressive with his play, clearly putting his name as one of the top point guards in the country. After the event, Patrick O’Brien had this to say about his game: “When...
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Best of the Best: Guards/Wings from Hoop State Fall League
It was a tremendous few weeks of basketball with Phenom Hoops and the Hoop State Fall League, as we are looking to put a bow on our coverage from all the weekends and championships from the event. We are looking to provide a list of some of the top players at each position from over the weeks, as these players all had strong moments and caught our eyes. We now look at guards and wings, as this...
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West Virginia gets its guy in 2025 6’4 Kelvin Odih
Player: Kelvin OdihClass: 2025Height: 6’4School: Southern Cal Academy Committed to: West Virginia Odih is the second commitment for West Virginia, joining 2025 Braydon Hawthorne National Rankings 247 Sports: #79 Overall / #15 Position ESPN: #NR Overall / #NR Position Rivals: #77 Overall / #22 Position On3: #53 Overall / #12 Position What He Said: “Everything was great. I really enjoyed my time...
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Northwestern lands Top 100 prospect in 2025 6’8 Tre Singleton
Player: Tre SingletonClass: 2025Height: 6’8School: Jeffersonville Committed to: Northwestern Northwestern secures its third commitment in the Class of 2025, joining 6’7 Tyler Kropp and 6’2 Phoenix Gill National Rankings 247 Sports: #84 Overall / #16 Position ESPN: #NR Overall / #NR Position Rivals: #NR Overall / #NR Position On3: #95 Overall / #24 Position What He Said: “I would say I’m a...
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Open Gym Takeaways from Caldwell Academy
Recently, we attended Caldwell Academy’s open gym to get an updated look at their individual pieces and overall team makeup. Coach Clifford is entering his third year at the helm, and this is clearly the most talented roster throughout his tenure. The core of Jaylen Cross, Cole Cloer, King Kendrick, Neal Swindell, Ayden Johnson, Mac Atkinson, and Trevor Holland give them a legitimate rotation of...
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Best of the Best: Point Guards from Hoop State Fall League
It was a tremendous few weeks of basketball with Phenom Hoops and the Hoop State Fall League, as we are looking to put a bow on our coverage from all the weekends and championships from the event. We are looking to provide a list of some of the top players at each position from over the weeks, as these players all had strong moments and caught our eyes. We first look at the point guards, as this...
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Oklahoma State lands big man in 2025 Mekhi Ragland
Player: Mekhi RaglandClass: 2025Height: 6’10School: Sunrise Christian Committed to: Oklahoma State Ragland is the second commitment for Oklahoma State in the Class of 2025, joining shooting guard Ryan Crotty. National Rankings 247 Sports: #NR Overall / #NR Position ESPN: #NR Overall / #34 Position Rivals: #NR Overall / #NR Position On3: #123 Overall / #15 Position Why Was Oklahoma State the...
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2025 Kareem Stagg announces his commitment to Georgia
Player: Kareem StaggClass: 2025Height: 6’8School: IMG Academy Committed to: Georgia Stagg is the second commitment for Georgia in the Class of 2025, joining 2025 Jacob Wilkins National Rankings 247 Sports: #72 Overall / #8 Position ESPN: #NR Overall / #28 Position Rivals: #86 Overall / #11 Position On3: #110 Overall / #28 Position What Has Been Said by Phenom Hoops: “Getting an updated view of...
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Big-Time Brother Duo: 2026 Adonis Ratliff and 2026 Darius Ratliff
In the Class of 2026, there is a brother duo that is making a ton of waves with their play and they have clearly been regarded as two of the top prospects in the country. Both bring length, tremendous skill set, and versatility to the court, as both 2026 6’9 Adonis Ratliff and 2026 6’11 Darius Ratliff are being recruited at the highest levels. The sons of Theo Ratliff, a first-round pick back...
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Phenom Schedule Announcement: Phenom 919 Showcase bringing big-time matchups
December will be wrapping up and we have another event that will bring in a ton of talent to the courts. We head over to Northwood High School for the Phenom 919 Showcase, a two-day event that will have some incredible matchups and will be looking to highlight the central part of the state. Right before the holidays, make sure you come to enjoy some terrific high school basketball and start...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Taylor University earns commitment from 2025 Dylan Deluca
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: Dylan DelucaClass: 2025Committed to: Taylor University “He’s a skilled, wiry forward...
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Why Alex Pissis Should Be a Priority for Division I Coaches
There are so many attributes that define a basketball player. Whether size, shooting, defense, rebounding, or various other traits, there are several things coaches desire and choose to pursue. However, a player’s mentality is arguably as significant as anything. Certain players are simply wired different, and that can usually be seen on the court. Take Alex Pissis, for example. He’s a new name...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2025 Jamias Ferere heading to Gardner-Webb
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: Jamias FerereClass: 2025Committed to: Gardner-Webb “Ferere can reliably pass,...
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New Names to Start Tracking: Hoop State Fall League Championships
2028 Micah Gunter (Greensboro Day) When talking about one of the better shooters we saw when it comes to younger prospects, Gunter is one that will find his name on that list. Though he is one of the younger prospects on the roster, he shows that he isn’t afraid to step up to the challenges and show that he can produce for his team. He has tremendous confidence in his ability to get to his...
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Big Stockrisers from Hoop State League Championships
2026 Cameron Thompson (Chambers) Thompson really opened more eyes with his impact and play this weekend. At 6’4, Thompson brings such tremendous value to the court for his team, knowing how to make his game felt in a variety of ways. He can be an effective scorer inside and out, along with tremendous athleticism that allows him to make plays on both sides of the ball. But overall, it is his...
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D1 College Prospects to have on your Radar: Hoop State Fall League Championships
2025 Israel Eatman (Green Level) We have said on so many occasions that Eatman should be a player who gets more looks as a D1 prospect, and he continued to prove that narrative this past weekend in the Fall League Championships. Eatman flourishes as a high IQ guard who knows how to be that strong playmaker for himself as well as others on the court. He makes good decisions, takes what is...
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Hoop State Fall League Championships
Gold Championships Cougars vs. G-Town It was the final game of the Fall League, and both teams were looking to be crowned champion heading into the season. Two of the top teams were in action with Cougars vs. G-Town, and the intensity was there from the beginning. Cougars came out strong with an early lead led by their strong duo of Tarris Bouie and Markus Kerr, but it was G-Town that really...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 14
Team 14 Coach: Dre Simmons #4: 5’0 ’30 Lawrence Rouse (Hickory Ridge) Starting off, we look at a player who consistently made the most of his opportunities on the court, Lawrence Rouse. He’s a young, scrappy guard who plays with a high motor and operates within the flow of the action. Rouse defended with energy, pursued loose balls, and knocked down open jumpers. Next in his development process...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 13
Team 13 Coach: Ethan Reece #3: 4’11 ’30 Liam Primus (Franklin Academy) Starting off, we look at a player who made a quality impact despite being one of the smallest campers on display, Liam Primus. He’s a skilled, unselfish guard prospect with quickness and smooth perimeter shooting ability. Primus was able to attack off the dribble and finish around the basket, but was arguably at his best in...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 12
Team 12 Coach: Kelvin Mills #2: 4’6 ’31 Landon Norman (Elkin) Starting off, we look at a player who found ways to make an impact despite being the smallest camper in attendance, Landon Norman. He’s a young, scrappy guard prospect with a high IQ and unselfish approach to the game. Norman hit shots, battled defensively, and attacked closeouts as needed. Next in his development process is working...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Tyler Lewis #10: 5’4 ’29 Logan Warren (Meadowlark) Starting off, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his all-around abilities, Logan Warren. He’s a smart, tough, well-rounded guard prospect with a high motor and unselfish approach. Warren scored with efficiency from all levels, created for others at a strong rate, and overwhelmed opponents defensively. He also...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 10
Team 10 Coach: Jared Grady #37: 6’1 ’27 Cayden Simmons (Reagan) Starting off, we look at a player who showcased an impactful identity on both ends of the floor, Cayden Simmons. He’s a smart, polished, well-rounded guard prospect who can dictate the action on offense while setting the tone defensively. Simmons scores from all levels, sets up others, and makes hustle plays at a quality rate. He...
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Highlighting Talent in South Carolina: 2027 Bryce Ward
Player: Bryce WardClass: 2027School: Cathedral Academy Talent can be found all around the state of South Carolina, as Phenom Hoops is hoping to shed some more light on prospects that should garner attention and be on radars for college coaches. A player that we have seen on multiple occasions is 2027 guard Bryce Ward, a prospect who has shown the ability to make an impact in a variety of...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 9
Team 9 Coach: Michael Wilson #23: 5’7 ’27 Gabriel McLeod (Hoke County) Starting off, we look at a player who showcased nice balance when dictating the action, Gabriel McLeod. He’s a scrappy, unselfish point guard prospect with a high motor and strong feel for the game. McLeod handles the ball well and understands how to create for himself and others. He’s a reliable penetrator and midrange...
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2026 Dacen Petty looking to step up for Christ School
We are continuing to look at players this upcoming season, and Christ School certainly has been building a strong resume over the years. Last year, this was a roster built with several key seniors who stepped up in a big way along with other big-time talent. Now, this roster will look a bit different with several seniors gone and new names looking to step up. One new name for this roster to...
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Texas A&M lands 4-star prospect in 2025 6’5 Jasir Rencher
Graphic Credit: ER Envisions (Click Here) Player: Jasir RencherClass: 2025Height: 6’5School: Archbishop Riordan, CA Committed to: Texas A&M This is the second commitment in the Class of 2025, joining guard Jeremiah Green National Rankings 247 Sports: #81 Overall / #16 Position ESPN: #NR Overall / #35 Position Rivals: #74 Overall / #23 Position On3: #NR Overall / #23 Position Game Breakdown...
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Cooper’s Notes: HoopState Fall League East Week 3
6’5” 2025 Christian Ananaba (Team Raleigh) Ananaba has been on a steady development track over the past few years and has earned an offer from Johnson C. Smith and a bevy of interest from scholarship programs. His athleticism, toughness, and ability to impact seemingly every possession is impossible not to notice. He made winning play after winning play while averaging 22 points per game on...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: The Citadel gets its guy in 2025 Chase Williams
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: Chase WilliamsClass: 2025Committed to: The Citadel “There are so many things, both...
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Phenom Exposure Camp Evaluations: Team 8
Team 8 Coach: Austin Collins #22: 5’7 ’27 David Hicks (South Granville) Starting off, we look at a player who stood out through his defense and playmaking sense, David Hicks. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with reliable creation skills and a high motor. Hicks is a capable scorer from all levels, but is clearly at his best when getting downhill and attacking the basket. He looks to make...
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Big Senior Season Ahead: North Carolina (Part 3)
The high school season is quickly approaching here in North Carolina, and we are looking at an array of topics before the season starts. Looking at the Class of 2025, there are plenty of seniors who are looking to make a final statement for their school. Here, we take a look at a few seniors that we expect to have big years and should garner the interest of many, as they look to lead the charge....
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