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Notable South Carolina Performers at NCHSAA Live (2025)
6’3 ’25 Kaleb Evans (Lexington) There were a ton of players who boosted their individual stock over the weekend, and Evans is easily towards the top of that list. He’s a dynamic athlete, creator, and overall shot-maker with an appealing blend of size, vision, and toughness. Evans is a useful three-point shooter, but typically prefers to break down opponents and attack off the bounce—where he’s a...
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SC LIVE Sideline Report: Stars Come Out
2024 Cam Scott (Lexington): Being there on Friday, the sidelines were packed to watch the top player at the event, and it was easy to see why he is regarded as a top-nationally ranked prospect. With schools like South Carolina, Clemson, Alabama, and others all standing by, Scott put on a show with his scoring ability, his feel, and his skillset. Scott scored from a variety of levels, displaying...
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Start Recognizing More: Phenom MDC
2025 Hayden Assemian (CP3) Assemian is a player that I continue to be impressed with but still think he is a bit underrated as a national prospect and with college programs. Holding a few offers already, Assemian should be a target for many programs with what he provides on the court. When you talk about his game, this is one of the most physical forwards in the region. He bullies his...
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Bendel’s Best: Memorial Day Classic
This past weekend, Phenom Hoops returned to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center for our annual Memorial Day Classic. The event featured a ton of noteworthy teams and players, and quality competition could be found at every turn. As usual, this article will highlight a group of five personal favorites from the three-day stretch… 6’7 ’26 Cole Cloer (Team CP3) It’s typically uncommon to see an...
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 1 at Phenom MDC
2025 Jake Benham (Mint Hill Lakers): Benham continues to find his name on our standout lists. But it is hard not to have him on the list with the consistent play he has been showing this summer. Benham is having a breakout-type year, showing how he can be a game-changer with his shot-making, his quick release, and his ability to make plays in a variety of ways. Another outing in which he filled...
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2025 Jordan Watford talks first offer from Mississippi State
We said it a year ago and college coaches are listening, as Phenom Hoops said that 2025 Jordan Watford is one to buy stock in early on and he announced this week that he had earned his first offer from Mississippi State. Back in July, we had this to say about Watford: “You can see that Watford gets it early. Yes, physically, he has great tools that check off the boxes; great size already at...
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POB’s Eye Catchers and Recaps from 2022 Holiday Hoopfeast (Part 2)
Phenom Hoops was down in Columbia, South Carolina to check out a ton of talented teams and players from the state at the 2022 Holiday HoopFeast presented by Columbia Basketball Group. Check out the games and standouts from each game below. Final: North Augusta 51 – AC Flora 39 North Augusta: Maliq Richards 13pts, Elijah Hall 10pts, Amarri Wilcher 10ptsAC Flora: Cooper Wiley 12pts, Christopher...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 1
Team 1 Coach: Sterling Council #1: 5’9 ’23 Justin Rembert (Crestwood) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a lasting impression despite being the smallest camper on this team, Justin Rembert. He’s a quick, scrappy, well-rounded lead guard prospect with a wiry build and nice feel on both ends of the floor. Rembert handles the ball well, sets up others with consistency, and is...
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2025 Jordan Watford enjoys visit to Tennessee
The talent in the Class of 2025 in South Carolina will certainly be fun to watch in the coming years and 2025 Jordan Watford is a name that we have spoken about numerous times already. A player that we believe will be a priority for many programs, Watford recently made a visit to an SEC school in Tennessee, as the coaching staff has expressed early in his way. He spoke to Phenom Hoops...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 3)
2024 Reece Ketron (GATA): The 6’9 forward was a nice presence down in the paint for his team, using his length well to his advantage and staying engaged on the floor. The forward moves well, running the floor on both ends, getting to his spots in the post, showing a nice feel with his back to the basket, and being extremely active on the boards. He created multiple second-chance opportunities...
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Reece’s Standouts: Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 4)
By: Ethan Reece 2024 Will Fowler (Upward Stars Upstate)The sooner teams figure who fulfills this role on their team like Will does, they will immediately see a boost in their offense and a level of balance across the scoresheet. He’s a tough minded, pass first point guard who consistently looks to share the wealth and get everyone involved. He makes quick quality reads off the bounce, and even...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Session 2, Day 1, Part 1)
2023 Jordon Nevill (Team HOPE 2023 Chris): Nevill came in with a reputation as a shooter and he showed that once again, really being one of the most consistent threats from outside at the event. He has an effortless shot from three and has the ultimate green light; but he also display good decision-making, found the open spots, got out in transition well, and scored in other areas of the floor....
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Buy Stock NOW: 2025 6’4 Jordan Watford (Lancaster)
Player: Jordan WatfordClass: 2025School: LancasterAAU: Upward StarsHeight: 6’4 It was a great weekend of basketball down in South Carolina, getting a chance to get an updated look at a few players and check out some of the younger prospects. Though there were several young players that we will continue to talk about, the player that may have seen his stock rise the most in my eyes was 2025...
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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)
By: Sean Halloran 2025 Chris Rivens (Team EAT 2025 National) Rivens was impressive today, showing off his natural athleticism once he was in transition. He gave everybody a glimpse of what he is capable of once he develops into his body, and grows as a basketball player. He already has the intangibles to be a great guard at the next level. With a good frame and natural athleticism, his potential...
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