PHENOM’S MLK SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS

Final Thoughts from the #NCHSAALivePeriod

The new NCAA Live Period blew past all expectations and, most importantly provided a platform for a vast amount of talent to be displayed in front of dozens of college programs, but there are always improvements to be made in the future. Charlotte, North Carolina- What Year one did was brought in a lot of exposure, and offered the states best a legitimate chance to hoop in front of college...

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Phenom's North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 10

Team 10 Coach: David Noel   #10:'5'11 '22 Jacob Newman (Myers Park) Starting things off, we look at a player that looks likely to continue trending upward over the next few years, Jacob Newman. He's a quick, sturdy point guard prospect that plays with a high motor and lots of intensity. Newman is an absolute pest on defense and knows how to mirror his on-ball assignment quite well. He plays...

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Jay M Robinson Vs Mount Pleasant: Players to Watch

Last week I had the opportunity to check out Mount Pleasant as they hosted Jay M Robinson and Jay M Robinson got the upset win by the score of 69-59.  There was a lot of talent on the court on both sides and both teams should have college coaches of all levels rolling through the gym as the season progresses.  Let’s take a look at some of the standouts! 6’2 2020 Devante...

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North Carolina’s Sophomore Breakouts to Watch For

6′ Jaquante Harris Hoke County HS (Raeford, NC) Harris is a tough player who you cannot put into an archetype bubble. Just know he steps on the floor and makes plays on both ends. The guard has a tough handle and is a lock up point of attack defender. He is a very good rebounder and has the ability to both attack the paint or shoot from range. Without question he should be seeing offers...

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Phenom Hoops Game Report: South Stanly Vs Mount Pleasant

Final Score: Mount Pleasant 71, South Stanly 60 Mount Pleasant handled their business in their season opening win over South Stanly possessing a serious size advantage over the opposition.' There were points in the game where the average height on the court was 6’6, which is absolutely absurd for a 2A Public School team, Head Coach George Walker will have a multitude of lineups to use this...

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Player Standouts at Phenom High School Jamboree Session 2 (Morning Session)

Mount Tabor 6'6 '20 Jakob Moore The big man plays a vital role to this team, given his status as their main interior presence on both sides of the ball. He's big, strong, and understands how to properly utilize his body to clear out space around the basket for finishes and rebounds. Moore is a team-first guy and it's evident in his blue-collar role for Mount Tabor. The lefty also showed the...

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North Carolina Phenom 150 Session 1: Evaluation Team 8

North Carolina Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations   Team 8 Coach Bryson Cousins   #67: 5'7 '22 Isaiah Smith (High Point, NC) Starting things off, we look at a player that understands how to constantly involve himself in the action on both ends of the floor, Isaiah Smith. He's a young point guard prospect with an excellent team-first approach to the game. Offensively, Smith does most of his...

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Phenom Open Gym Tour: Mount Pleasant High School (Mount Pleasant, NC)

Mount Pleasant High School (Mount Pleasant, NC), NCHSAA 2A, 2017-18 record: 17-10 (7-3 In Conference) (P.S. 3rd most wins in school history) I made my way over to Mount Pleasant High School on Wednesday night to watch them at their open gym and walked away thoroughly impressed with the direction of their young program.  They feature a unique blend of size and skill that should have them...

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NC Phenom 150 Session 1: Early Morning Standouts

Morning Standouts NC Phenom 150 Session 1   152- Brock Williams 2021- The quick guard didn't disappoint. He applied pressure on both ends of the court. The game seemed easy for him with nobody being able to stay in front of him he finished first game'with close to 30 points and at least 5 steals.   224- Hunter Sloop 2021- Big and aggressive forward who was able to put the ball on the...

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Midday Standouts at NC Phenom 150 Camp

#154- Dawson McAlhany- Solid guard prospect with nice size and a quality feel for the game; he's pretty skilled on offense and understands how to score within the team-concept. He'll be a definite contributor for his high school team.   #213- Ethan Hefner- Athletic wing prospect with great size and a rugged two-way approach. One could argue that his motor and ability to constantly pursue...

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