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Bull City National proves themselves in a big way at Phenom Prep Showcase
What a weekend of basketball it was at the Phenom Prep Showcase, as there are plenty of storylines to look at from the event. But the storyline on the top of my mind has been the terrific play of Bull City National, who ended up going undefeated and really opening eyes. They were able to rack up wins against a strong NC GBB National team, and then again against Franklin Prep and Greater...
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: Ezra Ausar & Elijah Jamison Lead Liberty Heights over Bull City Prep at #CarmelTipOff!
To start the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, Liberty Heights National and Bull City National came together. Bringing some intriguing talent that you will see at the next level, it really started off the event in a big way. Check out all the highlights from the...
read moreCarmel Tip-Off Classic Recap: Liberty Heights National vs. Bull City Prep National
Phenom Hoops kicked off the season in a big way with the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic, bringing in some of the premier talent and teams from around the region under one building in Charlotte. First up, we had Liberty Heights National vs. Bull City Prep National taking the court. Both teams wanted to get out and run when they could but Bull City’s zone defense slowed down the game...
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: Robert Dillingham/ Combine vs LJ Thomas and Bull City National at HoopState Championship
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Phenom HoopState Championship Matchup Preview: Lake Norman vs. Bull City
The Phenom HoopState Championship brings you some of the best teams that haven’t competed for a state championship in NCHSAA and NCISAA, all under one building to compete for a championship. Last year, Moravian Prep took home the title but this year, it looks to be even deeper and it is anyone’s ball game. To get geared up for the event, we want to preview some of the matchups you...
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: Robert Dillingham DROPS 34 vs LJ Thomas & Bull City Prep! Decided on LAST SECOND SHOT!
This was an all out battle in Rock Hill, as Combine and Bull City Prep went back and forth in this one. Check out the full highlights.
read moreRobert Dillingham CLUTCH 34 in CLOSE GAME!! 😳 Combine Academy vs Bull City Prep #PhenomHolidayClassic
It was one of the top games of the event, loaded with a ton of big-time talents and it came down to the final seconds in this one. Check out all the highlights between Combine Academy and Bull City Prep National.
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: 2022 LJ Thomas COULDN’T MISS as Bull City National Takes Down TLAP Academy!
Bull City's LJ Thomas displayed it all at the Phenom November Classic, as he and his program went up against TLAP. Check out the full highlights from the 2022 prospect and the rest of the talents for Bull CIty.
read morePhenom November Classic: Bull City National vs. TLAP (Recap/Standouts)
Final matchup of Session 2 on Saturday pinned Bull City National vs. TLAP, two very talented squads that had people excited. Bull City played well in the first half, as they were able to create a double-digit cushion by halftime behind the play of LJ Thomas and Treyvon Byrd, who was lighting it up early, scoring 24 of the team’s 35 points in the first half. Lee Dorsey found success from...
read morePhenom November Classic: Bull City Durham PG vs. Believe Prep PG (Recap/Standouts)
Bull City Prep Durham and Believe Prep Team 2 took the court between the two postgrads and just like Game 1, it looked to be a battle. Believe Prep used a balanced attack with seven different players scoring in the first half led by Stephen Augustine and Nicholas Burns. Bull City Prep PG Durham found some success from outside to keep it close at halftime, with Believe Prep leading 28-21. ...
read morePhenom November Classic: Believe Prep PG vs. Bull City PG Charlotte (Recap/ Standouts)
Believe Prep Post Grad and Bull City Charlotte Post Grad kicked off the day on Court 4, with these two teams coming in ready to roll in a big-time matchup. Believe Prep was able to get out to an early lead, eventually as many as double-digits in the second quarter but Bull City stayed aggressive and got to the line to stay within striking distance, only being down a few points at halftime. The...
read morePhenom November Classic: Concord Academy vs. Bull City Prep Durham (Recap/Standouts)
Concord Academy and Bull City Durham matched up on Court 1 on Day 1. Both teams started to feel each other and turnovers were tough in the first quarter, as Concord Academy was able to knock down a big three to create a 5-point cushion after the first quarter. Concord Academy continued to retain their lead throughout the second quarter but Bull City Durham seemed to always have an answer...
read morePhenom November Classic: Bull City Prep National vs. Northside Christian (Recap/Standouts)
Northside Christian and Bull City Prep National started Day 1 off at the Phenom November Classic. Northside came out strong, led by Wesley Tubbs and getting to the rim but Bull City Prep National answered right back to hold the early 1-point lead after the first quarter. Bull City Prep continued to attack and get opportunities at the line, helping expand their lead to double-digits in the...
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: IONA Commit Jordan Wildy Leads Winston Salem Christian Over Bull City Prep in Opener!
Winston Salem Christian and Bull City Prep National put on a show to open the season, as this one came down to the final seconds. Jordan Wildy led the way, while Christian Cornish, Brandon White, and stepped up. Dondre Watson, Treyvon Byrd, and LJ Thomas led the charge for Bull City Prep, as there was elite-level talent all over the floor. Check out the highlights from the game.
read morePhenom Game Report: W-S Christian vs. Bull City Prep
Phenom Hoops hit the road to kick off the season and what a way to kick off with a game between two powerhouses in Winston-Salem Christian and Bull City Prep National.
read moreINTERVIEW: Tyler Lewis Talks w/ Darryl Harris on if 20-21 Team is “Most Talented” He’s Coached!!
Check out our interview with Darryl Harris of Bull City Prep. Coach Harris goes in depth about this year's national roster which include players like Trey Bryd, Jai Smith, Dre Watson, LJ Thomas, among others. He also tells Phenom Hoops his motivation, fuel, and reason "Why" he jumped into coaching!
read moreVarsity ACC Bracket: Bull City Prep caps off weekend with championship
FinalBull City Charlotte 87 – Team Dawgs 77 It was an offensive game in the first half, as Bull City Prep flexed their muscles and were able to get out to a double-digit lead. Leading 46-34, Bull City was led by Treyvon Byrd who simply went off in the first half scoring all over the court, while LJ Thomas helped chipped in on the scoring. Sam Perez played a strong first half as well...
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: Treyvon Byrd and Quincy Ballard Trade DUNKS at Phenom x HoopState State Championship!
Check out highlights between QEA and Bull City Prep at the Phenom x HoopState State Championship. Trayvon Byrd led the way for Bull City Prep while Quincy Ballard led QEA.
read moreHIGHLIGHTS: Jordan Wildy BREAKS OUT vs Bull City Prep in Rd. 1 of Phenom’s HoopState Championship!
Check out highlights between Moravian Prep and Bull City Prep in round 1 of the 2020 Phenom HoopState Championship. This inaugural event was held at Combine Academy and hosted 8 teams from across NC. SC native Jordan Wildy stepped up with 21 points and MULTIPLE 3s as Moravian Prep took down Bull City Prep.
read morePhenom HoopState Championship Recaps: Day 3
Phenom Hoops and HoopState wanted to bring an opportunity for programs to compete for a championship and that is what has happened, with eight programs coming to Lincolnton to play for bragging rights. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, we bring you some of the best talent and teams form the state. Follow us throughout the event, as we provide coverage and recaps throughout.
read morePhenom HoopState Championship Recaps: Day 2
Phenom Hoops and HoopState wanted to bring an opportunity for programs to compete for a championship and that is what has happened, with eight programs coming to Lincolnton to play for bragging rights. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, we bring you some of the best talent and teams form the state. Follow us throughout the event, as we provide coverage and recaps throughout.
read moreDay 1 Takeaways/ What to watch for on Day 2: #PhenomHoopState Championship
It was a great day of basketball in Lincolnton and you could certainly feel the energy and intensity in the building… these teams came to compete for a championship. With four games in the books and winners moving a bit closer to the ultimate goal, we had a few notes and takeaways from Day 1, while also what we are looking at on Day 2.
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