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Commitment Alert: 2022 Jaxon Ellingsworth heading to East Carolina
Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report 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: Jaxon EllingsworthClass: 2022Committed to: East Carolina What Was Said...
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Top Available Unsigned Forwards/Bigs in North Carolina
6'8 Ezra Ausar (Liberty Heights) It usually doesn't take very long for folks to identify what separates Ezra Ausar from other similar prospects. He might appear to be a long athlete with toughness and enticing physical tools (all of which are true), but he's also more skilled than tends to meet the eye. At 6-foot-8, Ausar can comfortably play alongside a center or operate as the lone interior...
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Unsigned Senior Spotlight: 2022 Jaxon Ellingsworth (West Carteret)
Player: Jaxon EllingsworthClass: 2022School: West Carteret Season: Ellingsworth has been incredibly consistent throughout his high school career and has put up back-to-back strong seasons.' Now, he is continuing to lead his team on the court as a senior, as Ellingsworth has averaged 22.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.8 blocks per game while shooting 62 percent from the floor and has...
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Phenom Game Report: Northwood vs. West Carteret
Playoff basketball, there is nothing like it in North Carolina as we continued with the public schools.' Phenom Hoops was on deck for an intense showdown between Northwood and West Carteret, two strong teams that have won 20+ games on the year.' Coming out, it was Northwood that made their mark, playing their pace, creating havoc on the defensive end and jumping out to a quick lead.' But West...
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Producing in the paint and on the boards: Class of 2022
Phenom Hoops doesn’t just shed light on the top players in the state but we want to provide a platform for ALL players. The class of 2022 is still fully loaded with talent and there are plenty of players that are having a strong high school season that you may want to check out, especially down low and on the boards. Here are just a few players that are having a terrific season for their team.
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Five Unsigned Seniors Who Should Be Heavily Prioritized
As we've noted countless times over the last two years, Covid has directly impacted the grassroots community and overall recruiting scene far beyond what anyone could've predicted. Its effects have hurt all types of prospects, from high-major Division I through NAIA and JUCO, and there's truly no telling when (or if) everything will return to normal. Just because college athletes were awarded an...
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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 2)
Jaari Outlaw By: Sean Halloran 2022 Jaxon Ellingsworth (Brand X 17U) Ellingsworth is known to be one of the top unsigned big men in the area, as he continues to impress college coaches this weekend with his play. Ellingsworth in a 6'8, long, mobile-forward who is an effective force on the offensive and defensive glass. He showed he can stretch the floor a little bit offensively this weekend and...
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Big men show out at Phenom Summer Havoc
The talent was rich in Rock Hill throughout Session 1 and Session 2 of the Phenom Summer Havoc. Storylines were developed all throughout but one that really seemed to capture my eyes was the production and talent from the bigs.' Here are just a few of the big men that captured my eyes all throughout the event and certainly should and will be priorities for college coaches of all levels. 2022...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 2) (Part 1)
2022 Damien Robinson (Fayetteville Flash 2022): Robinson may be an undersized big but that doesn't stop him from making his mark down in the paint. Built looking like a football player, Robinson moves very well on the floor and brings a strong presence down in the paint. He was exceptional in getting on the offensive boards and showing touch on his putbacks. 2022 Jakhari Webb (Rock Hill...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Phenom Summer Havoc Session 1 (Day 1) (Part 2)
2022 Xavier McKelvy (Charlotte Royals): With college coaches sitting baseline, I fully expect more offers to come his way and he showed why in Game 1 at the Summer Havoc. You can almost get mesmerized in his play with his frame, his smoothness, his change of pace and direction, and his athleticism. He was scoring once again from all areas with a ton of confidence but that is nothing...
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2022 North Carolina Bigs To Watch this Summer
College coaches are always looking for bigs. They can be tough to find some times and it takes time to develop them, longer than others for some. But you can also find some diamonds in the rough that really showcase a ton of potential in they could be at the end. That is why we are looking at the 2022 class and a few underrated bigs that seem to be a little quiet as far as recruitment but could be in for a big summer and ones to monitor throughout.
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Bendel's Best: Queen City Showcase
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops returned to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center in downtown Rock Hill, South Carolina for another highly entertaining three-day stretch of grassroots basketball. There was expected to be a ton of excitement with over 150 teams and countless noteworthy prospects on display, and they certainly delivered. While numerous players were worthy of recognition, this...
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Northwood Advances to the NCHSAA 3A State Championship with Overtime Win over West Carteret
Tuesday night was loaded with regional finals that couldn’t be missed. In the NCHSAA 3A East Regional, West Carteret (11-2) hosted Northwood (13-2) for the chance to go to the State Championship. The first quarter started with West Carteret’s Jaxon Ellingsworth putting his team on the board first with a drop-off finish. Ellingsworth picked up right where he left off after his...
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