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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Steven McLeod commits to Navy
Each and every time Phenom Hoops gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player. Here is the latest commitment. Player: Steven McLeodClass: 2024Committed to: Navy What Has Been Said: “McLeod stepped up...
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Cooper's Notes: Opening Week of NCISAA
By: Cooper Hart Greensboro Day School vs GRACE Christian Cary Academy vs Southern Wake Academy Durham Academy vs St. David's 6'2' '24 Will Otto (Greensboro Day) Otto shined as a clear leader for the Bengals, carrying the scoring load without forcing the action or playing outside the offense. He was consistent as a finisher, able to absorb contact and make contested layups with efficiency. He...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Carmel Tip-Off (Day 2, Part 1)
2024 Steven McLeod (Gaston Christian): McLeod stepped up big for his team throughout the game and in so many ways. A strong two-way prospect on the court, McLeod brings energy to the floor. He can be scrappy and intense defensively, is a vocal leader for his team, and does a great job in embracing contact and getting downhill. But he also competes in all other ways, as he led the way for...
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Senior Watch: Carmel Tip-Off
2024 Jacob Brandly (Combine Regional): Brandly is an underrated player who can be a tough matchup with his ability to knock down shots with range, but also his ability to use his frame to operate from multiple levels. This could be an eye-opening opportunity for Brandly on the big stage. 2024 Josh Bullock (Northside Christian): Bullock is tough, rugged, and understands how to lead and be...
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Phenom Game Report: Greensboro Day vs. Grace Christian
A very intriguing matchup to start the season, Grace Christian hit the road to Greensboro to take on the Bengals on Tuesday night. It was a slow start for both teams, getting a feel and getting into a rhythm. Greensboro Day was able to take the narrow lead early on after the first quarter, 9-3 but Grace Christian started to get their offense going early on in the second quarter. But GDS had an...
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North Carolina Top 80 Evaluations: Team 3
Team 3 Coach: CB McGrath Game FIlm: Team 3 vs Team 4Team 1 vs Team 3Team 2 vs Team 3NC Top 80 Semi-Final (2v3 vs 6/8) #1: 5'9 '25 Darnarian Gibson (Winston-Salem Christian) Starting things off, we look at a player who consistently produced despite being the smallest camper in attendance, Darnarian Gibson. He's a smart, skilled lead guard prospect with an understanding of how to get others...
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Time to Wake Up: Players to Watch More of from NC Top 80
2025 Darnerian Gibson (WS Christian): Gibson had a very good showing and he should start earning more attention his way with his play. The 2025 point guard continues to answer the bell every time we see him, as he competes, plays hard, makes plays for himself, and does a great job in finding others as well as leading the charge. He is quick out in the open floor, can knock down shots with range,...
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GRACE Christian has the tools to make this a dangerous team
Phenom Hoops and GRACE Christian are quite familiar with each other over the years, as this is a program under head coach DeShannon Morris that has not only built something special but has developed terrific young men and student-athletes. This is a program that comes to compete every time they step on the court, and never back down from the challenge. We had a chance to watch them recently at...
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POB’s Thoughts: Top Guards at Hoop State League (Through 2 Weeks)
The Hoop State League has been tremendous so far… a lot of talent, a great chance to watch these teams in action early on, and players are competing. Trust me, there are a lot of names that have been catching my eye so far, which is why I wanted to share JUST A FEW NAMES that have really stood out to me through two weeks at the Hoop State League. Check out the guards that have impressed me...
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POB's Eye Catchers from Week 2 (East) at Hoop State League
2025 Trevor Best (Word of God): Best really had a tremendous showing; he backed up the talk with his game in Week 2, creating extremely well off the dribble, creating space for his shot from multiple areas, showing his range and confident release, as well as being a true energy player that competes on both ends of the floor. His team needed every point from the guard today and he stepped up big...
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Phenom Open Gym: GRACE Christian
By: Cooper Hart On Friday Night, Phenom Hoops stopped by GRACE Christian School in Raleigh to check out the 2023-24 Eagles. They're coming off a 21-14 record where they tied for 1st in the CCC and returned 7 of their top 10 scorers. 6'1' '24 Steven McLeod McLeod set the tone throughout the night with his energy and intensity, establishing himself as a leader on this year's team. He's an athletic...
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Team Preview: UC27 Carolina Dreamchasers
As you may have seen, Phenom Hoops has previewed several teams early on this spring, giving everyone a chance to look at the talent that will be coming through our events this year. One team that many should start monitoring and checking out is the UC27 Carolina Dreamchasers, a program that has provided several next-level prospects and looks to have a few more coming through the lines. We spoke...
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Players that Impressed at NCISAA LIVE Period – Class of 2024
Phenom Hoops was on deck throughout the weekend at Forsyth Country Day for the NCISAA Live Period (Session 2), where teams throughout the state of North Carolina came to compete in front of college coaches. It was great to see all the teams and players in action over the weekend, as we are looking to bring you the stars and stock risers for each class from the weekend. We will continue with...
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