STAY POSITIVE CLASSIC EVENT RECAPS
Southern Guilford Trio Continues to Dominate
This season, there has been a healthy amount of parody across the high school landscape. For the first time in several years, it feels like anyone can be beaten. It’s been especially evident on the public-school side, as numerous programs have emerged as real title contenders in each classification. Among these teams, Southern Guilford (18-1) is trending as a real threat to contend for a...
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Bendel’s Best: Gate City Classic (Part One)
6’4 ’25 Jaylen Cross (Caldwell Academy) Given his status as the top prospect and performer in the event, it came as no surprise to see Cross continuing to showcase the full arsenal. Few players of his caliber are truly comfortable at doing what is best for the team, but Cross’ team-oriented approach seemingly never wavers. Throughout the event, he was at his best when attacking the...
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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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Flying Under the Radar: Southern Guilford duo
Phenom Hoops is a platform that looks to give players an opportunity to achieve their dreams and recognize talent around the region. Which is why I'm here today to bring you two players that should be garnering more attention, and that can help programs down the road. The Southern Guilford duo of 2024 6'5 Jamias Ferere and 2024 6'5 Jucqarie Love are two players that have proven themselves...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Jamboree
6'4 '23 Cole Callaway (Lake Norman) After joining this team over the summer, it should come as no surprise to see Callaway standing out as a primary leader for this group. He consistently hit shots, both off the catch and bounce, and operated as an offensive focal point from start to finish. Callaway attacked closeouts, made unselfish passes, and defended his position effectively. He should be...
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Watch out for the young duo at Southern Guilford
2024 Jucqarie Love and 2024 Jamias Ferere is a duo to jot down and watch this upcoming season, especially with what they showed together at the Rise Showcase.
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Dawkins’ Standouts from Rise Showcase (Day 1, Part 3)
By: DeAjai Dawkins 6'4 2024 Jamias Ferere (NLPB Storm) Paired with a player that I've called the best in the tournament in Jucqarie Love, Jamias Ferere has stood out just as much. The 6'4 combo guard presents an exceptional frame at this stage in his development, allowing him to play both forward spots if needed. He thrives on the perimeter and has shown the ability to hit shots from deep when...
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