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NCISAA 2A State Championship Game Standouts
In Saturday’s nightcap, the Davidson Day Patriots defeated the Greenfield Knights 74-64, winning the state title in Coach James Long’s first season, the program’s first since 2020. The Patriots were led by Isaiah Denis and Levon Jacobs with 18 points each, followed by Will Stevens with 13 and Brady Kester with 11. The Knights were led by Matt Kirby with 23 points, followed by...
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Sneaky Players to Watch: ’25 Levon Jacobs and ’24 Brady Kester
Continuing to highlight talent found throughout the state, Davidson Day continues to be a place that college coaches should have eyes on, as talent still can be found. Two players that we have talked about in the past but believe should be garnering more attention are 2025 6’8 Levon Jacobs and 2024 6’8 Brady Kester, two valuable yet sneaky players that can help a future program. Here...
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Needing a Big' – Seniors to look at Immediately in NC/SC (Part 2)
2024 Isaiah Sutherland (United Faith): Sutherland is looking for a big senior season, as the 6'9 big man brings a lot to the table. Not only has he continued to show he can be a dominant figure in the paint, he also can impact the game in other ways. With his athleticism, mobility, ability to operate in the paint, and also be a defensive presence. He is one of the most athletic bigs in the class...
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Phenom Open Gym: Davidson Day
2024 Mason Smith Smith is one that has blown up over the last year, but also one can say that he is finally getting the attention he deserves. There is a lot to like about this young man, but he can be a big weapon with 6'7 frame and the ability to knock down shots with range. Quick release, is always ready to go, and shoots the ball with a ton of confidence. He had a big summer and should only...
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Watch out for Davidson Day this upcoming season with new additions
Though we are right in the middle of the travel ball season, it seems that Davidson Day has been making some noise this offseason as well. Several players this month have been announcing that they will be heading to the program this upcoming high school season, as the Patriots will be looking a bit different. After coming off a season in which they finished 5-17 overall, Davidson Day will...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Week 1, Day 1 at #HoopStateLeague (Cox Mill)
2025 Miles Leaks (Panthers): Leaks was tremendous to start the day, as I was incredibly impressed with how the young guard operated on the floor. He looked like a strong floor general on the floor, playing with a great pace and vision, finding his teammates and setting them up well, but also taking quality shots also. Really enjoyed watching how he was able to operate on the court. Leaks is a...
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