QUEEN CITY SHOWCASE EVENT RECAPS
Available Shooting Threats in North Carolina's Class of 2021
After being asked multiple times by college coaches about available shooting threats over the past weekend, it only made sense to write an article featuring some of the top marksman. Although the Class of 2021 has largely started to commit to schools, there's still an abundance of notable talent remaining unclaimed. Let's take a closer look at the following trio… 6'0 Cole Sinclair (Durham...
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Northwood Temple Knocks Off Westminster Catawba to Advance to the NCISAA 2A State Championship
The NCISAA 2A division was arguably the deepest division in the state this year. On Wednesday night, Northwood Temple hosted Westminster Catawba in the semifinals. Northwood Temple (26-7) entered the game on a 15-game win streak. Westminster Catawba entered the game with a 14-2 record. Both teams have played at a high level consistently all year. The first quarter started with Northwood...
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Northwood Temple vs Calvary Day: Game Recap
In the opening matchup of the Phenom MLK Showcase, Northwood Temple faced off with Calvary Day. The game was tight from the start. Northwood Temple was able to get the upper hand in the first quarter behind Julian Williams, Brady Rankin, and Jaquantae Harris. Northwood Temple finished the first quarter with a 22-15 lead. In the second quarter, Calvary Day made their run. James Wilkins III...
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Game Recap: Cape Fear Christian at Northwood Temple
One thing is for certain, basketball in Fayetteville is high level and the NCISAA Sandhills Conference is one of the toughest conferences in the state from top to bottom. Every single game is a dog fight. You have to bring it every single night. Last night’s conference opener between Cape Fear Christian and Northwood Temple lived up to the hype. Even with limited seating capacity, the...
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Early Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Queen City Showcase
6'1 '21 Joshua McClary (Charlotte Nets) It should come as no surprise that McClary stood out once again for the Nets, as he clearly possesses the makings of a next-level prospect. Though he has a pretty complete skillset, it's his leadership and overall understanding of the game that makes him so impressive. McClary displays a very natural, instinctual feel on both sides of the ball, and...
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2021 Brady Rankin (Hoggard HS) continuing to see growth in his game
After an impressive season at Hoggard last season, 2021 6’2 Brady Rankin is continuing to prove that he is a player to be known about in North Carolina. Averaging 16.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, Rankin has steadily improved his game, showing he can be a consistent scorer and be a threat from deep, knocking down 80 3-pointers this past season.
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Coach Brett Queen, Hoggard HS, “Books and Basketball”
Coach Brett Queen, Hoggard High School, 'Books and Basketball' Photo courtesy of Port City Daily When it comes to 'Books and Basketball,' Coach Brett Queen and Hoggard High School not only made an A+, but they also help write the book on the balance of academics and athletics. Per coach Queen, 'The Hoggard High School [Wilmington, NC), men's basketball program earned the NCHSAA Scholar-Athlete...
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Names to Know: Phenom's Queen City Showcase
Here are a few names to know from the Phenom QC Showcase this past weekend
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