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South Carolina Sophomore 40 Camp Evaluations: Team 11
Team 11 Coach: Kelvin Mills #93: 5'9 '26 James Pojani (First Baptist) Starting things off, we look at a player who stood out through his leadership and slew of intangibles, James Pojani. He's a smart, skilled, unselfish guard prospect with a high motor and reliable scoring prowess from all levels. Pojani defended, rebounded, and consistently made hustle plays. Next in his development process is...
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What Was Said: Standouts at SC Sophomore 40
2026 Columbus Parker (Lancaster): Parker has a tremendous feel for the game. Good size/frame at the PG position. High basketball IQ. Makes the right play. Plays the game at his own pace. Good body control on drives. Makes everyone around him better. 2026 RJ Brown (Sumter): Brown has the ability to impact the game on both sides of the floor. Long, athletic wing. Can play / guard multiple...
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Five More Notable Young Prospect from G3 Showcase
6'6 '26 Antwon Young (Next Level SC) It's surprising how little it feels like folks are talking about Young, despite his ridiculous intrigue and array of enticing tools at such an early age. He's a long, explosive, physically overwhelming wing/forward prospect with the ability to play inside the paint or along the perimeter. Young moves like a perimeter player, yet is strong enough to battle...
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Player Standouts at Phenom G3 Showcase
6'7 '26 Trey Thompson (Tennessee Impact) There were so many impressive pieces for Tennessee Impact, which certainly includes Thompson and his highly advanced identity. Though young, he already clearly understands how to outperform his assignment and dominate a game in various different ways. Thompson is an excellent post-up option with a notable blend of IQ, touch, and footwork. He finishes with...
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Cooper’s Developments: Day 1 at Phenom G3
By: Cooper Hart '26 6'8' Will Stevens (Carolina Riptide 16u/Davidson Day) Stevens possesses more upside than maybe any 2026 in attendance today. He hit 4 threes in his second game, finishing with 24 points. His comfortability and fluidity to move around the perimeter and set himself for CNS jumpers are wildly impressive for his age and size. Stevens is improving his handle and even broke out a...
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Phenom G3 Friday Favorites
By Gerroid (Coach G) Doughty Hello, everyone the Travel Basketball Season is in high gear. I'm down in Rock Hill SC for the Phenom G3 Showcase. Let's jump right into my Friday Favorites in no particular order. 2026 6'6' Antwon Young of Next Level SC Purple. He scored a game-high 20 points. But it was more than his points that impacted the game. He was very energetic doing it on both ends of the...
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2026 Names to Know Entering High School (South Carolina)
By: Ethan Reece The travel season has come and gone, leaving us with a lot of impressions and thoughts on names to be excited to follow throughout the high school season. The 2026 class is next up to move into high school, and there are a lot of guys that will be making their impact felt sooner rather than later. It's early, but this is looking like a really deep class with a lot of talent that...
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Reece's Standouts: Phenom Grassroots Tip-Off Classic (Day 2)
Reece's Standouts: Phenom Grassroots Tip-Off Classic (Day 2) by: Ethan Reece 2024 Gage Lattimore (Carolina Clutch)Ben L Smith High reloads every year with a loaded roster, and their 2024 class is no different. Gage is one of the lead guards and really intrigues with his versatility and willingness to produce for wins over points. He's an athletic lefty that is at his best when getting downhill,...
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