PHENOM’S MLK SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS

South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 1

Team 1 Coach: Sean Burnette #1: 5'7 '25 TJ Troy (Gray Collegiate) Starting things off, we look at a player who produced quite well despite being the smallest camper on this team, TJ Troy. He's a smart, tough, high-motor point guard prospect with a tight handle, sharp vision, and excellent jumper from beyond the arc. Troy understands how to manage a team and direct an offense. He does a great job...

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POB's Eye Catchers from SC Top 80 (Class of 2024)

2024 Darius Carr (Gray Collegiate): For an unsigned senior, Carr had an eye-opening showing at the camp and put many on notice that he is one to really watch out for this upcoming season.' Carr, who is a 6'7 forward displayed a strong feel around the paint, along with footwork and touch around the basket.' He was strong in Game 1, but put on a show in Game 2 with 42 points. 2024 Markell Hollis...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Grassroots TOC

2025 Jake Benham (Mint Hill Lakers): Benham is going to be a name that I will be watching more, and I'm excited to see how his summer goes.' But so far, Benham has really elevated his game and is taking more of that lead role on his team.' Benham shows how strong and effective he can be from multiple levels, finishing and making plays off the bounce, but also being a tremendous presence from the...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 from Summer Havoc Session 2 (Nation Ford, Part 2)

2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision): Bailey is a young prospect that you will want to keep tabs on. He should be a valuable piece at Asheville Christian in the coming years but at the Summer Havoc, he really showed his polish feel and strong understanding of the game at an early age. He created well for himself, was able to penetrate and make plays, knocked down high-quality shots, and has a natural...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom March Madness (Part 2)

2024 Braylhan Thomas (Team Charlotte): The 6'5 prospect continues to make strides with is game, showing more of a complete game, using his size well and only getting stronger on the court.  Thomas continues to show his ability to knock down shots from the perimeter but also create more for himself.  He has really progressed and is showing he can be more of a consistent offensive threat...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 6

Team 6 Coach: Kelvin Mills #105: 5'10 '24 Deon Harvey Jr. (Christ Church) Starting things off, we look at a player that consistently outperformed opponents despite being the smallest camper on this team, Deon Harvey Jr. He's a smart, unselfish, high-motor point guard prospect with quickness and the ability to score with efficiency from all levels. Harvey is a quality playmaker and looks to...

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SC Top 80 Player Breakdown: 2024 Jamarie Brown (South Florence)

Player: Jamarie BrownClass: 2024Height: 5'11School: South Florence The South Carolina Top 80 really opened some eyes with the talent that was on the court.  There were several new names that jumped out on the court with their play and evaluations will be coming out shortly, but we wanted to continue our coverage of the event as we look at a few players that impressed. 2024 Jamarie Brown is...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from SC Top 80 (Part 1)

2023 Jordan Miller (Dorman): Miller was strong throughout the camp and one can really see that he has taken his game to another level.  The hard work is paying off as Miller showcased terrific IQ and feel for the game. Plays with such a smooth feel and under control, as he doesn't force much offensively, finds his spots, and displays a confident release from multiple levels. 2025 Robert...

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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 1, Part 2)

Julien King By: Sean Halloran 2022 Julien King (Garner Road 17U) King was a player to catch my eye today with his impressive performances. The most impressive part about Kings game is the defensive intensity that he contains on every possession. He causes havoc while guarding the ball and is very physical while defending off the ball. He uses his long arms to affect opponents and make things...

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