PORTER GAUD HOLIDAY CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS
Phenom Heading Eastbound: 2024 Hezron Driver is one to jot down
Player: Hezron DriverSchool: Laney HSClass: 2024Height: 6’4 The Hoops & Dreams Showcase was a tremendous event once again this year down in Fayetteville (NC), as there were plenty of players who impressed with their performances. One player that grabbed our attention was an unsigned senior 2024 6’4 Hezron Driver at Laney High School. Driver has been part of a balanced attack for the...
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2025 Kenny Vera (Northwood Temple) putting on a show to start the season
Player: Kenny VeraSchool: Northwood TempleClass: 2025Height: 6’3 There are plenty of players who have elevated their play this season from last year, and it is hard not to talk about the improvement and development of 2025 6’3 Kenny Vera at Northwood Temple. The guard had a solid season as a sophomore, averaging 11.5ppg and 4.2pg. But he has taken the next step in his journey, as he has...
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POB’s CBB Thoughts (11.30.23): UNC’s Strong Duo, Dalton Knecht continues to impress, and Pay More Attention to David Jones
Here is where we talk about multiple topics in college basketball as of late. Check out the latest. UNC looks much stronger with Cadeau and Davis on the floor at the same time It is about time we start watching more college basketball, and we kicked off last night tuning into a Top-25 showdown between Tennessee and North Carolina. UNC jumped out to a big lead by halftime but the Vols...
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What to Watch For: Tyler Lewis Hoopfest
2025 Jackson Keith and Southern Durham in action One of the top players in the state and quickly garnering more attention from high-major schools will be in action this weekend. 2025 Jackson Keith, a 6’5 prospect at Southern Durham, will be looking to put on a show in front of the fans. And they will certainly be going up against a tough test with powerhouse Greensboro Day on the other...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Sam Layman #5: 5’9 ’25 Landon Wilson (Trinity Collegiate) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a solid impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Landon Wilson. He’s a quick, wiry guard prospect with a nice IQ and understanding of how to run the team. Wilson displayed the ability to score from all levels while getting others involved and making his presence...
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Cooper’s Notes: Player Standouts from 11/13-11/17
By: Cooper Hart Ravenscroft vs Greenfield St. David’s vs Cardinal Gibbons 6’3” ’25 Chance Gladden (Ravenscroft) Gladden put on a scoring masterclass in the Ravens loss to Greenfield, pouring in 36 points without forcing the action or going away from the offense. He plays so under control and makes it extremely difficult for defenses to speed him up, allowing him the reaction time needed to be a...
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Title Contenders: Lake Norman (Boys)
It is still extremely early in the season, and it can be hard to say that some teams are title contenders, but there are also times when it is evident that a team has everything they need to make a deep run in hopes of a ring. Only a few weeks into the season, we have had an excellent chance to watch Lake Norman in action coached by Head Coach Grant Hodges. Lake Norman has been a program that...
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Unsigned Senior to Watch: 2024 Markiest Houston (Rocky River)
Continuing to highlight unsigned seniors and impressive performances at our recent events, our next player to watch for more this year is 2024 guard Markiest Houston, who is suiting up for Rocky River this season. Rocky River continues to bring a strong depth of guards to the court, ones that can flourish in a variety of ways and be playmakers. Houston is one that impressed with his...
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Good Guys vs Cancer Scores and Stats
Day 1 – Wednesday First Flight (G) 63 – Cape Hatteras (G) 22 Manteo 45 – Hatteras 42 Manteo: Zay Williams 18pts/ Taylor Granitzki 12pts, 11rebs, 4stlsHatteras: Samuel Jenkins 23pts, 12rebs Winston Salem Christian 92 – Hargrave Military 55 WS: Kosi Mgbejiofor 17pts/ Chol Machot 11pts, 10rebs, 2blks/ Isaiah Washington 13pts, 5stlsHM: Dante Kearse 17pts, 8rebs/ Jalen Carter...
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Players to Watch at #TylerLewisHoopFest
Here are just a few names to look out for at the Tyler Lewis HS Hoopfest sponsored by Rise Indoor Sports, as we also look forward to learning new names at the event! Make sure you get your tickets today! Event Page: https://phenomhoopreport.com/tyler-lewis-high-school-hoopfest/ 2024 John Campbell (Bishop McGuinness)2024 Cal Barrett (Bishop McGuinness)2025 Nicholas Graves (Bishop McGuinness)2025...
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2025 Malachi Moreno racking in offers and interests
If you went back to June of 2023, one of the hottest prospects when it comes to recruiting may have been 2025 Malachi Moreno from Great Crossing High School in Kentucky. The 7’1 big man has been racking in the offers and it hasn’t slowed down even during the high school season. Since June, he has announced offers from Tennessee, Virginia Tech, Arkansas, NC State, Creighton, Florida, Penn...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: John Royal #4: 5’8 ’26 Traysn Clinkscales (Hillcrest) Starting things off, we look at a player who did a lot of things well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Traysn Clinkscales. He’s a scrappy, young guard prospect with excellent quickness and a tight handle. Clinkscales is a capable penetrator and playmaker, yet knows how to cause problems for opponents as a spot-up...
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2024 Amari Latham continues to produce and shine
We continue to highlight players and topics from this past weekend, as we had a great weekend of basketball here in North Carolina. One topic that we were intrigued with watching and really impressed with was the play of 2024 6’6 Amari Latham for Goldsboro. Goldsboro may have a few different leaders, but Latham has only continued and elevated his play to be the go-to guy for his team, and...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (Nov. 29)
Player: Kayden PazTwitter: @kayden_pezHeight: 5″10 ,135Class of 2027School: Marion Harding High School Paz is a three-level scorer with slick handles and crafty moves. With a high IQ Kayden probes the defense in finding seams and gaps and explodes into action to get his shots off. He also will deliver a sweet dime in a flash. In the AAU session, Kayden averaged 11 assists for the All-Ohio...
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Tough, High IQ Guard: 2024 Peter Moye (South Meck)
We continue to shine light on players who put a strong showing together at the Phenom Lakesgiving, and a player that really impressed and helped carry the load at the event for his team was 2024 Peter Moye, a senior at South Meck. Moye should be a familiar name for many, as he has been talked about countless times and continues to be a consistent producer on the court. Moye is racking up...
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All-Tournament Team: #PhenomLakesgiving
Check out the All-Tournament team from the Phenom Lakesgiving this past weekend.
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All-Tournament Team: #HoopDreams910
Check out the All-Tournament team from this past weekend at the Hoops & Dreams Showcase presented by Lucas Moore Realty
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3
Team 3 Coach: Tony Jones #3: 5’8 ’25 Ean Mitchell (Georgetown) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a nice impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Ean Mitchell. He’s a scrappy, fairly well-rounded guard prospect with a useful motor and unselfish approach to the game. Mitchell displayed the ability to handle the ball, set up others, and score within the flow of the...
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Central Cabarrus Starts the Season In Style at #PhenomLakesgiving
Phenom Lakesgiving brought two powerhouses in Carmel Christian and Central Cabarrus together in an intense matchup. Kameron Taylor and Carmel Christian came out punching, but Central Cabarrus showed why they are one of the top teams in the country! Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube...
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Wake Hoops: Public School Top 20: Week 1, Explained
High school basketball is back! After 51 public school games over the first week and some change, we’ve finally reached our first ‘Explained’ article of the season. It’s only right that I explain the philosophy behind the rankings. I weigh strength of schedule (SOS), results, and the eye test as the three main components, with the value of each fluctuating as the season progresses. I’ll explain...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Jordan Parris #2: 5’7 ’24 Tylan Fowler (Laurens) Starting things off, we look at a player who produced extremely well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Tylan Fowler. He’s a smart, tough, high-motor guard with a lethal penetration sense and unselfish approach to the game. Fowler utilizes his tight handle and lightning-quick first step to effortlessly break down...
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Take Notice of More: 2024 David Mirikwe is a player who can help a future program
Every year we come across players that simply go a bit under the radar in our opinion, but Phenom Hoops is here to bring awareness in a big way of unsigned seniors who should be targets for college programs. One player that we continue to shed light on, and think can be an effective option on the court is 2024 David Mirikwe from Chapel Hill High School. If you didn’t know his name by now,...
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2024 Paul McNeil (Richmond) comes out swinging to start senior season
The season is officially underway for all teams here in North Carolina, as Phenom Hoops got the opportunity to watch one of the premier seniors here in NC with 2024 Paul McNeil who is committed to NC State. Richmond, who is a team that is looking to make yet another run at a title, tipped off their season in a big way at the Hoops & Dreams Showcase, and McNeil didn’t disappoint. McNeil...
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Lake Norman battles past Caldwell Academy at Phenom Lakesgiving
Phenom Hoops was in the Mooresville area over the Thanksgiving holiday for the #PhenomLakesgiving, bringing some tremendous talent to the court. It included one enticing matchup between Lake Norman and Caldwell Academy, featuring several impressive players in the Class of 2025 including Trent Steinour, Jaylen Cross, and Tre McKinnon. Check out all the highlights and make sure to...
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Lake Norman (Girls) proving they are title contenders again
Last year, Lake Norman Girls finished the season with an impressive 31-1 record, a season certainly one to remember. But it was interesting to see what this team would look like, especially with the graduation of Kirsten Lewis-Williams, and to see if others would elevate their play. That question looks to be answered quickly this season, and they showed why at the Phenom Lakesgiving with an...
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Day 2 Standouts at Phenom Lakesgiving
2024 Peter Moye (South Meck): What an impressive showing from the senior to lead the way and kick off Day 2 at the Phenom Lakesgiving. Moye simply did all he could do in scoring the ball, creating off the dribble and getting to his spots, attacking downhill, being physical and finishing through contact, and also knocking down shots from outside. He went off for 30 points to lead the way for...
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Day 1 Standouts from Phenom Lakesgiving
2024 Sheree Gidney (Hickory Ridge): The senior really stepped up to start the event on Day 1, being assertive and strong, attacking downhill like she does, and really being physical in finishing inside the arc and on the boards. She led her team to a strong victory with a double-double of 20pts and 12rebs. Gidney should only continue to excel and be the go-to leader for her team. 2024 Jordan...
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What We Learned: Day 1 at Hoops and Dreams Showcase
2026 Tyson Thompson has the makings of a big-time big here in NC It was fun to watch Thompson go to work and operate, as we don’t get to see too much of him out east. But even in a tough game on Day 1, the young big man really showed flashes of his potential and impact on the court. There is a lot to like about his strength and physicality, as well as being a fluid big man. He showed flashes of...
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Westover vs. New Life Christian Game Recap
The final contest of our sixth annual Hoops and Dreams Showcase took place between Westover and New Life Christian. As expected, the atmosphere was excellent for these two local squads to battle it out. Things opened up with Westover gaining clear momentum and mounting a strong lead to open the game. However, that was short-lived, as New Life Christian quickly responded to end the quarter with a...
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Millbrook vs. Richmond Game Recap
The second day of our sixth annual Hoops and Dreams Showcased continued with another notable matchup between Millbrook and Richmond. Both squads sport loaded rosters and several college prospects of varying levels, so the stage was set for an exciting battle. However, Richmond had other plans, as they mounted a 19-3 lead through the opening eight minutes of play. Their group effort was on full...
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