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POB’s Best of the Best: Phenom Challenge (Part 1)
2024 Tyler Showalter (BSA Supreme): Showalter is one that has really seen his game elevate and has been trending upward since the start of the travel ball season. The 6’6 prospect is showing a better understanding of his ability, and is certainly being more assertive overall; being stronger in making plays off the dribble, getting to the basket, and looking more for his jumper from all...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Challenge (Part 1)
2024 Caarter Bobbitt (Horry Select): Bobbitt certainly earned some intrigue with his game on Day 2 early on, as he was able to show his overall impact on the court. Whether it was displaying his shot-making ability, his ability to make plays off the bounce and use his athleticism, or his overall impact on the boards and being able to handle, Bobbitt certainly earned some eyes his way. 2024 Ryan...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Rise Showcase
6'2 '23 Trevor Barrett (Team Loaded 828) There's a slew of intriguing unsigned prospects on this Team Loaded 828 squad, which certainly includes Barrett. He's a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with excellent vision and playmaking ability. Barrett is a reliable scorer who can apply pressure from all levels and make plays with or without the ball in his hands. He's great in the open floor...
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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...
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Top Unsigned Seniors from Phenom Prep Showcase
2023 Shaedon Simpson (Combine): Already holding a few offers, if a college program is needing a late senior, Simpson would be one I'd look at. He has really elevated and taken the next step in his game, continuing to add more layers to his game. Simpson has the size you like at 6'6, he can knock down shots from the outside with a ton of confidence, make plays off the dribble, and brings...
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POB’s Day 1 Standouts (Phenom Prep Showcase)
2026 Carter Bullock (NC GBB Varsity): Only a freshman, Bullock played with a lot of poise and did a great job today getting to his spots. He finished with 16 points and hit multiple threes from a variety of areas of the court. Like his understanding, can create off the bounce, and has good size for his age. 2023 Shaedon Simpson (Combine PG): It was great to watch Simpson on the court again, and...
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Phenom Summer Havoc Team Preview: WBC Elite Aria Paris
July is going to be fun, especially with Phenom Hoops. That is why we are getting just a small head-start on the teams and players that will be in attendance for the Summer Havoc. Here, we look to preview just a few names to watch for throughout the weekend in Rock Hill, with many others stepping up their game in front of college coaches. WBC Aria Paris The eastern side of the state...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Summer Showcase
6'3 '24 Austin Swartz (CB Hoops) Although CB Hoops is fairly balanced as a group, Swartz was arguably their most reliable performer throughout their first contest of the day. Between his IQ, size, and well-rounded skillset, he understands how to consistently affect all facets of the game. Swartz displays a pretty advanced feel for his current age, and should only continue to get better with...
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#PhenomMLKShowcase Player Spotlight: 2023 Abrahm Driver (Bull City Prep)
The sophomore big has continued to put some productive performances in front of our scouts over the last few months, and did so again for Bull City Prep, leading the charge with 14 points vs. Charlotte Elite Academy.
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Holiday Classic: Victory Christian vs. Bull City Durham
Victory Christian and Bull City Prep Durham continued the action in the arena court. Victory Christian was looking o make another statement but Bull City Durham had other ideas to start the game, as they came out focused and determined, really attacking the paint and getting buckets at the rim. VCCS started to get a few more buckets out in transition and picked up the energy, which helped...
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Bull City Prep v. New Faith Christian (Recap/Standouts)
The fifth game for day two of Phenom's Holiday Classic took place between two teams who have become somewhat of regulars at our events over the last few months in Bull City Prep and New Faith Christian. Bull City Prep came out of the gates with their normal amount of fire and intensity, sharing the ball and displaying quality balance on both ends of the floor. New Faith Christian did quite well...
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Holiday Classic: Bull City Prep Durham vs. New Faith Christian
Game 3 of the day went between Bull City Durham vs. New Faith Christian. Two teams that might not always get the spotlight, battled it out on Day 2 of the Phenom Holiday Classic. Unlike the other two games, these one got out a little slow between the two, both teams running their offense and looking to attack the boards. Bull City found early success on the boards with their size,...
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Phenom 150 Camp Evaluations: Team 14
Team 14 Coach: Patrick King #0: 5'8 '23 Robert McCullough (Charlotte) Starting things off, we look at a player that showcased a pretty reliable presence on both ends of the floor, Robert McCullough. He's a rugged, high-motor guard prospect with quickness and the ability to touch the paint with regularity. McCullough is a solid ball-handler with great vision and a willingness to setup others...
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