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HIGHLIGHTS: Isaiah Evans vs Sir Mohammed HEADLINED DCT Elite – Elite 1 Gold Semi-Finals at Phenom!
Phenom Hoops was headlined with some heavy-weight names all throughout the Summer Finale in Rock Hill, and Elite 1 Gold and DCT had many of those names. These two went at it in hopes of a championship at the event, and the game was HEATED. Check out the full highlights here.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Hoopstate Select vs DCT Elite 17U Championship was LOADED with TALENT!!!
Things got heated at the Phenom Summer Finale, as some of the top talents joined up and competed in Rock Hill. Players like Isaiah Evans, Bobby Cannon, Clash Peters, Mekhi Grant, Jayden Harris, Wesley Tubbs, and so many others went at it on the court, and we captured all the action.
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Reece’s Standouts: Phenom Summer Finale (Day 2)
By: Ethan Reece 2023 Jahreece Lynch (NC Spartans)You know you have a different kind of leader when he steps up and asks to handle the toughest defensive assignment on the floor full court. He’s a tenacious lead guard who isn’t limited by position, raises the bar physically, and has the playmaking ability with strength and athleticism to take over a game. He had a great game offensively, knocking...
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Bendel’s Best: Summer Finale
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled down to Rock Hill, South Carolina for our final travel ball event of the summer season. The Summer Finale featured a slew of highly talented players (most of whom played with new/local/random teams), which made for an extremely entertaining weekend of basketball. Effort and motivation are always going to determine how enjoyable the actual competition is...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Summer Finale
6’4 ’24 Desmond Kent (Crossover Elite) Although there were numerous contributors for Crossover Elite, Kent really shined as a leader on both ends of the floor. He’s long, mobile, and fairly skilled, but truly just beginning to harness his long-term upside. Kent is a steady rebounder, quality finisher, reliable shot-altering presence who runs the floor well and can knock down jumpers at a...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Summer Finale (Day 2)
2024 Jullien Cole (NC Jayhawks): Cole has really opened some eyes this summer with his play, showing what the 6’4 prospect can do and his impact on the court. He did so one more time on Day 2, using his body to get downhill and create, but also making sure his impact was felt in an array of other areas including on the boards, finding teammates, and on the defensive side. 2024 Isaiah...
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Reece’s Standouts: Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1)
by: Ethan Reece 2026 Latrell Allmond (Carolina Heights)I’ve heard the name a lot and finally got a viewing for myself, there’s no doubt he’s the real deal. Big guys that move like him just don’t come around often. He’s got an unnatural mobility and handle that when combined with his natural feel for things, allows him to casually dominate. He’s got the strength and touch inside to be a high...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Summer Finale (Day 1) (Part 3)
2026 Latrell Allmond (Carolina Heights): Already showing that he is one of the premier rising young bigs around the region, Allmond came out and gave everyone a reminder of what he can provide on the floor. He continues to show how skilled he is with touch in the paint, scoring with great touch around the basket but also showing his ability to operate from other levels. Also loved his impact in...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Finale
6’7 ’25 Sadiq White (Elite One) Referring to White’s performance as “impressive” would be a massive understatement, as he dominated the game without even looking to do so. The ridiculously long, explosive forward controlled the glass, caused problems with his defensive presence, and finished seemingly anything he attempted around the basket. White plays so far above the rim that it’s almost...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Summer Finale (Day 1) (Part 2)
2025 Sadiq White (Elite 1): There is something special brewing with 2025 Sadiq White and if his trajectory continues to rise along with his game, there will be plenty of college programs lining up for him at the next level. Already knowing his is one of the most athletic prospects in the gym, you can see that he has only continued to add more pieces to his game with his jump shot, handles, and...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Summer Finale Day 1 (Part 1)
2025 Jayden Ross (Elite 1): It was fun to watch Ross operate early on Day 1. He continues to show his development as a player, while showing his ability to not only knock down shots but also be a playmaker on the floor. Really like his feel and pace that he plays with, picking his spots and displaying a soft touch on his shot. 2028 Eddie Cota (Carolina Heights): The son of Ed Cota, you can see...
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Summer Finale Team Previews: NC Spartans Patton
Joshua Bayne 6’2 combo guard, Westchester. Josh has continued to add to his game this summer. He has proven to be a solid distributor from the PG position and has shown to be very consistent shooting from beyond the arc shooting above 60% for the AAU season. His never quit attitude and defensive effort has gain him college recruiting interest. Jordan Richardson 6”6 Forward, Calvary Day....
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Summer Finale Player Watch: NC Spartans Liles
Player Name: Kaleb RoopeClass: 2024Position: SG/PG Coach’s Quote: Kaleb is what you call a pure confident shooter. He doesn’t hesitate to let it go with a deep rang. Kaleb is good at setting up the offense and attacking the rim to create for others and finish at the room. Kaleb can defend very well in man and zone. Quick feet and long arms makes him a...
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Summer Finale Player Watch: Knightdale Hustle
Phenom Hoops heads into their final travel ball event of the summer with the Phenom Summer Finale and we want to get a head start on players that you will want to check out. Here are just a few players to watch for and a breakdown of their game from their coach. Team: Knightdale Hustle Jayse Buckley #6 6’4” – Shooting Guard 2024 – North Raleigh Christian Academy, Raleigh, NC Jayse is a 6’4” and...
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Summer Finale Player Watch: ACE Elite
Phenom Hoops heads into their final travel ball event of the summer with the Phenom Summer Finale and we want to get a head start on players that you will want to check out. Here are just a few players to watch for and a breakdown of their game. Team: ACE Elite 6’10 Tai Hamilton Offer: UNC Charlotte Interest: Furman, UNCG, UMASS, South Carolina, VMI, Army West Point, Upstate, ETSU, Marshall,...
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Summer Finale Player Watch: East Carolina Elite 16u
Phenom Hoops heads into their final travel ball event of the summer with the Phenom Summer Finale and we want to get a head start on players that you will want to check out. Here are just a few players to watch for and a breakdown of their game from their coach. East Carolina Elite 16U Amari Latham “Amari is long and athletic at around 6’5. He has the ability to dominate the game on...
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Phenom Player Spotlight: 2026 Dionte Neal
Though some may be hard to believe in talking about a player that is part of the 2026 class but Dionte Neal may be a special occasion. Why? This young man has simply been off the charts all summer long, being a leader on the floor and racking in the championships with multiple teams. Phenom Hoops got their first glimpse back in May during the CP3 Media Day, where he quickly captured eyes with his play.
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Finale (Part 4)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 5’11 2022 Chastin Gatewood (Charlotte Supreme) No player this weekend impressed me more with their consistent play than Chastin Gatewood. The lightning-quick guard has a midrange pull-up that exceeds what I had already recognized as an impressive part of his game last season. Gatewood is a nightmare for defenders to stay in front of in the open floor and can stop almost on a...
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Bendel’s Best: Summer Finale
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled down to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina for another two-day stretch of basketball. Although most teams have begun winding down and getting some much-needed rest, there were still plenty of noteworthy players and teams itching to compete. Our Summer Finale featured a variety of teams across all age groups, but this...
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2022 Jordan Crawford could be in for a HUGE high school season
North Meck has been a powerhouse of talent for several years and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. One player though that could really elevate his play and catch a lot more eyes this upcoming season is 2022 6’2 Jordan Crawford.
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Finale (Part 3)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6’3 2023 Cole Calloway (Dive On It 2023) Cole finished his weekend with a 38 point game. He had a 34 earlier yesterday. While I can’t confirm whether or not he averaged 30+ on the weekend, he has certainly been electric. The rising junior has already established himself as one of the elite shooters in NC’s class of 2023. Provides a stellar personality along with...
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Phenom Summer Finale Championship: 17u Division
Another championship Sunday here for Phenom Hoops, this time at the Phenom Summer Finale. The talent was off the charts and players came to compete for some bragging rights and some championship gear on the line. To wrap up the day, it was the 17u Division that had the fans going wild. Big Shots Elite NC and Charlotte Supreme brought some big-time talent to the court and both were...
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Phenom Summer Finale Championship: 16u Division
Another championship Sunday here for Phenom Hoops, this time at the Phenom Summer Finale. The talent was off the charts and players came to compete for some bragging rights and some championship gear on the line. Heading to the 16u division, two very-well ran organizations duked it out to be crowned champions in Rock Hill, as Carolina Bad Boyz and Team HOPE Laney battled it out on the...
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Finale (Part 2)
By; DeAjai Dawkins 6’4 2022 Travis Horne (Anthony Morrow Elite) Travis is a late-blooming player that I believe is capable of contributing at the college level. When I first came across Horne, he expressed his desire to shed his longtime recognition as a low-post option and expand his game to the wing. While his body was always primed for the wing, his strength and lack of offensive...
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Phenom Summer Finale Championship: 13 Division
Another championship Sunday here for Phenom Hoops, this time at the Phenom Summer Finale. The talent was off the charts and players came to compete for some bragging rights and some championship gear on the line. In the 13u Division, WV Mpact and CC Heat went to battle to end the weekend the right way. But it was the play from WV Mpact that made their mark early on, jumping out to an early...
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Phenom Summer Finale: 14u Division
Another championship Sunday here for Phenom Hoops, this time at the Phenom Summer Finale. The talent was off the charts and players came to compete for some bragging rights and some championship gear on the line. In the 14u division, we had a TREAT on deck with two rising teams and players all throughout the floor and it was a back-and-forth type game. CSB was able to get out to a strong...
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1)
By; DeAjai Dawkins 2024 6’4 Bishop Boswell (CLT Nation) Bishop has given on-lookers so much to be excited about in this stage of his development. His college-ready physique that he presents as a rising sophomore puts him in a tier of his own as it pertains to 2024 lead guards. Boswell plays with a level of maturity far beyond his years, and that’s shown in his vocal leadership. I believe he can...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1, Part 3)
2022 Jordan Crawford (DCT Elite): Crawford continues to play at a high level and we think it is only a matter of time until college coaches start coming more his way. His ability to score on multiple levels is impressive, knocking down threes with consistency but also creating off the dribble, penetrating the lanes, and getting to the rim. H really can fill it up quickly and did so on Day 1....
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1, Part 2)
2022 Spencer Hairston (Gate City Grizzlies): This young man simply continues to produce and be an offensive scoring machine. Which is why he should be one to really watch coming into North Carolina and playing at Dudley this season. He has the quickness and ability to create for himself but he can be deadly from the perimeter. Scored 29 points to lead the charge again, something he has...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Finale (Day 1, Part 1)
2024 Richard Goods (Carolina Clutch): Goods continues to be a flourishing big this summer and production is the name of the game. The 6’8 big man moves incredibly well on the floor, has terrific hands, and makes smart decisions on the floor, not forcing much but understanding when to score. Terrific feel around the basket and still a developing young big, which is why schools are already...
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