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Phenom Commitment Alert: South Carolina gets a big get in 2025 Eli Ellis
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: Eli EllisClass: 2025Committed to: South Carolina What Has Been Said: “While many...
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Three Players Sign Full Scholarships from FCDS
It was a great weekend for the Forsyth Country Day School program, as three players were able to sign and commit to future college programs. Head Coach Doug Esleeck has been creating a special place over at FCDS, and this year’s team has plenty of talent. That certainly can be seen with 2024 Bobby Cannon, 2024 Iverson King, and 2024 Draven Pilson all signing to play at the next level....
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2024 Jayden Quaintance is headed to Kentucky
Player: Jayden QuaintanceSchool: Word of GodClass: 2024Committed to: Another big-time name is off the table here in North Carolina, as one of the top players in the country, 2024 Jayden Quaintance, just announced that he would be headed to Kentucky. Quaintance is a 6’10 prospect with a tremendous skillset at his size, as he shows that he can be a dominant figure on the court, checks off a lot of...
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2025 6’6 Abu Yarmah should garner more attention
A player that captured more eyes his way this past weekend at the Carmel Tip-Off was 2025 6’6 Abu Yarmah for Moravian Prep. The athletic, physical prospect was able to showcase his shot-making ability and range, to go along with his athleticism. We had high praise after his Day 2 showing, in which we had this to say: “Yarmah continues to flourish as a shooter, showing that he is much more than a...
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Making a Statement: 2024 Kameron Taylor (Carmel Christian)
Player: Kameron TaylorClass: 2024School: Carmel Christian There are so many storylines coming from the Carmel Tip-Off this past weekend, as well as many players seeing their stock rise and leaving an impression on our scouts. But we may have to say that the biggest stock riser that we may have had at the event was 2024 Kameron Taylor from Carmel Christian. Taylor is a long prospect that...
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Mississippi State secures commitment from 2024 big man, Chol Machot
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: Chol MachotClass: 2024Committed to: Mississippi State What Has Been Said: “Coming...
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Off The Board: ’24 John Campbell, ’24 Jamari Briggs, ’24 Kam Martin, and ’24 Draven Pilson all announce their commitments
It has been a busy week here around the region as far as recruiting, as several prospects have announced their commitment to their next programs. 2024 John Campbell, 2024 Jamari Briggs, 2024 Kameron Martin, and 2024 Draven Pilson all recently announced, as we dive into each and what they bring to the table. 2024 John Campbell – Hampden Sydney What a snag for the program, as Campbell has...
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Phenom Update: 2025 Cam Miles (AZ Compass)
Back in 2022, Phenom Hoops was introduced to then 2024 Cam Miles as he was playing with Team MOAM at the time. He was an intriguing player to watch with his game and caught our eyes with what he provided. We had this to say about him then: “Miles was another prospect that filled up the stat sheet. He showed that he is a smooth point guard who can create and get to the basket but also...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Bobby Cannon is headed to New Orleans
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: Bobby CannonClass: 2024Committed to: New Orleans What Has Been Said: “It doesn’t...
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2024 Brooks Bahr develops a great relationship with staff at BYU, ultimately commits
2024 Brooks Bahr, a 6’5 prospect from Keller HS down in Texas, recently announced that he would be heading to BYU, giving the program a dynamic guard who is hoping to continue the winning tradition at the program. We spoke with Bahr about his decision, as he discussed his relationship with the staff there and what else went into his decision. Phenom: What made BYU the place for you in the...
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2024 Ari Fulton, 2024 DJ Shine, and 2024 Lewis Walker all announce their commitments
2024 Lewis Walker – UMass Walker has been the definition of consistency on the court, as you know what you will be getting with him. Walker is a very intriguing forward with his body, his unique skillset, and his production at such a young age against big-time talent. He has shown that he can be effective in the paint, finishing strong in the post and through contact, but also put the ball...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Wyatt DeGraaf announces commitment to Brown
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: Wyatt DeGraafClass: 2024Committed to: Brown What Has Been Said: “At a strong, fluid...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Presbyterian snags commitment from 2024 Iverson King
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: Iverson KingClass: 2024Committed to: Presbyterian What Has Been Said: “Iverson King...
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Recruitment Update with 2024 Isaiah Washington
We continue to spotlight some of the unsigned seniors that remain here in North Carolina, and 2024 Isaiah Washington is certainly one that college coaches continue to recruit. He recently added another offer from Duquesne, and schools continue to make him a priority. We talked to Washington about the latest, his team-first mindset heading into the season, and more. Phenom: What is your mindset...
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Upcoming Visit and Recruitment Update for 2024 Gabriel Mabor
Player: Gabriel Mabor / Makoi Mabor MarierClass: 2024School: Gaston Christian One of the best-remaining prospects in the Class of 2024 in North Carolina is 2024 6’11 Gabriel Mabor from Gaston Christian, and his recruitment has continued to see progress as of late. Schools continue to prioritize him, and several other big schools have been coming on strong. He provides an update on all the...
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High Major schools coming more for 2026 Josiah Sanders
One of the top rising players in the state of North Carolina, 2026 6’7 Josiah Sanders has been adding offers left and right, while several other big-time schools are looking early on his way. Sanders brings tremendous versatility with his size and positional play, and he is one that you should be hearing a lot more about. We talked to him about his latest offer from Cal, along with what...
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Learn the Name: 2027 Elijah Guer
Phenom Hoops continues to highlight the upcoming talent around the country and world, and we recently spoke with a rising young star in 2027 6’2 Elijah Guer. Now playing at the Academy of Central Florida, Guer comes from Australia and is looking to make his mark here in the US. It hasn’t taken long for programs to notice, as we learn more about his game, his focus this season, a bit more about...
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2026 Gabe Weis focused on upcoming season; talks new offer
You may want to start learning the name because 2026 Gabe Weis has a chance to be something special and is a rising star in the Class of 2026. Weis, a 6’7 small forward from Washington County High School, has quickly been garnering the attention of college programs, racking up offers as of late including his latest one from Penn State. We talked about his focus on the upcoming season, more about...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Seton Hall comes to NC and lands 2024 Jahseem Felton
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: Jahseem FeltonClass: 2024Committed to: Seton Hall What Has Been Said: “It had been...
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College programs continue to swarm toward 2025 7’0 Xavion Staton
If you have been following the recruiting news for high school basketball, I’m going to take a guess that you have heard or seen the name Xavion Staton as of late. 2025 7’0 Xavion Staton has been taking the world by storm, and college coaches have been swarming his way with his play this year. Just in the last month, Staton has picked up offers from Auburn, TCU, Texas A&M, San Diego...
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Phenom Recruiting Rewind (as of Oct. 17)
2024 Malik Abdullahi – Committed to Princeton Abdullahi is a 6’7 athletic prospect who should be able to flourish at Princeton. He brings size, versatility, and of course, athleticism that should allow him to bring a positive impact to the court. He has played on the Phenom platform before, where we had this to say: “2024 6’6 Malik Abdullahi (Team Hardaway) grabs your attention with...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Will Moore is headed to Marshall
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: Will MooreClass: 2024Committed to: Marshall What He Said: Phenom: What made Marshall...
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2026 Jalan Wingfield talks latest offers from FSU and USF
2026 6’7 Jalan Wingfield was brought to our attention over a year ago, and he has only continued to see his stock rise as offers come rolling in early on. The big man from Georgia has been adding big offers early on and recently added offers from Florida State and USF. Wingfield recently took a visit to the Seminoles back on October 7, where he was able to get a first-hand look at the program...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Rakease Passmore commits to Kansas
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: Rakease PassmoreClass: 2024Committed to: Kansas What is Kansas Getting: What a trip...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Indiana State strikes big with 2024 Sean Birmingham
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: Sean BirminghamClass: 2024Committed to: Indiana State What Has Been Said: “2024 6’7...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Braylhan Thomas headed to Georgia Southern
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: Braylhan ThomasClass: 2024Committed to: Georgia Southern What Has Been Said: “It had...
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Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 Cole Cloer
2026 Cole Cloer from Orange High School comes in as one of the top prospects not only in the state but also nationally ranked. Cloer is coming off a tremendous freshman season and is looking to lead the charge once again, as he has developed and elevated his game even more. Which is why schools from all over the country are already offering him. We caught up with Cloer to talk about his focus...
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2026 Austin Brown (TX) getting early looks from programs
It wasn’t long ago when our guy Kevin Moses introduced everyone to a 6’8 prospect down at Lufkin High School in 2026 Austin Brown. He was described as Mr. Versatile on the court, and college coaches are really liking what they have seen from the young man so far. This is why we dove into his game more to get his thoughts on where he excels, how he has grown, and his recruitment as he holds some...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Cooper Jackson heading to Navy
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: Cooper JacksonClass: 2024Committed to: Navy More About His Game: Jackson is an...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Julen Iturbe announces commitment to American
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: Julen IturbeClass: 2024Committed to: American What He Said About American (Aug 1):...
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