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Transfer Portal Updates

The transfer portal is open and players are entering their names, as there are several familiar players that Phenom Hoops has had the opportunity to watch on our platform. Continue to check back for all updates and names. Randi OvalleSmall Forward / 6’7Previous School: Troy Alex BatesGuard / 6’5Previous School: Iona Justin TaylorGuard / 6’6Previous School: Syracuse Justin BaileyGuard /...

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Under the Radar No More; Time To Watch Now: 2026 6’10 Josh Irving

Player: Josh IrvingHeight: 6’10Class: 2026Pasadena (CA) Continuing to watch all the action at the Pangos Best of SoCal League, Phenom Hoops found a very intriguing prospect that has gone a bit under the radar but has plenty of upside and potential. And once it comes together, from what we are seeing now, he will be a name to jump on board. 2026 6’10 Josh Irving really impressed and showed...

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2026 6’8 Tajh Ariza proving his 5-star status

Photo Credit: Dinos Trigonis Player: Tajh ArizaClass: 2026Height: 6’8School: St. Bernard (Playa Del Rey, CA) Offers: UNLV, Cal State Northridge, Arizona State, Kansas, UCLA, USC, Washington Phenom Hoops has been heading out to California to watch more of the action the past few weeks at the 2024 Pangos Best of SoCal League, bringing some intriguing talent to the court. For sure, a player that is...

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2026 Tarris Bouie (Chambers) taking his game to another level

In the scouting world, there are players that you get to see at a young age and simply understand that there is something different with them. That they have the talent and upside to be something special, and their ceiling is higher than others. 2026 6’5 Tarris Bouie was one of those players; we have talked about him countless times over the years with his blend of length, shot-making, skill...

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High-Major Schools taking notice quickly of 2026 6’7 Anthony Thompson

Player: Anthony ThompsonClass: 2026School: Lebanon HSHeight: 6’7 Heading out to Ohio for our latest recruiting update, Phenom Hoops sat down with 2026 6’7 forward Anthony Thompson from Lebanon High School as he continues to play at a high level and grab the attention of college coaches.  The offers continue to roll in, as he recently added an offer from Texas to his list.  We discussed more...

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2025 EJ Walker announces Top 12 Schools

One of the top players in the state of Kentucky and in the country announced on Friday his Top 12 schools that he will be targeting. 2025 6’8 EJ Walker from Loyd Memorial HS and with Midwest 3SSB made big waves in the recruiting world, as these twelve schools look to still be in the running for his talents. We have talked to Walker in the past, with the latest coming back in January of...

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2025 G Lance Stone (Detroit Renaissance) adds SEC offer and more interests

A rising point guard to look out for, 2025 Lance Stone from Detroit Renaissance has continued to see his recruitment pick up, as college programs see his ability to truly run the show on the court. One that gets everyone involved, makes great decisions, is a playmaker, and one that can score, Stone holds multiple offers and just received a big offer from an SEC program. We caught up with Stone...

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2026 Jordan Smith (Paul VI) proving to be a big-time prospect

Player: Jordan Smith Jr.School: Paul VIClass: 2026 Offers: Houston, Michigan, Villanova, Georgetown, George Mason, Providence, Mount St. Mary’s, Virginia Tech, Kansas State, Maryland, Syracuse If you are looking in the class of 2026, Jordan Smith Jr. from Paul VI will be a name you hear a lot about and he is quickly gaining the attention of college coaches all around the country. We...

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2025 Jordan Lowery (WS Christian) talks visit to Virginia Tech and latest in recruitment

Phenom Hoops was on deck for The Grind Session in Winston-Salem recently, as we had a chance to watch plenty of talent on display.  One of the top point guards in the region, 2025 Jordan Lowery, led Winston-Salem Christian in a big way throughout the weekend, showcasing his feel, scoring, vision, and his ability to run the team. Here is what was said at the event: “2025 Jordan Lowery has been...

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“Had a Great Time” – 2026 Jalen Montonati talks recent Indiana visit and new interests picking up

Certainly trending in the right direction this year, 2026 Jalen Montonati has been having a strong season and is about to head into the playoffs, where he hopes to claim the ultimate title this season. Phenom Hoops introduced Montonati back in March of 2023, talking more about his game and how recruitment had picked up. Well, that only continued as Montonati has picked up some impressive offers...

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Take a Hard Look at: 2026 Ian Bailey (Team Vision)

Player: Ian BaileyClass: 2026School: Asheville ChristianAAU: Team Vision 2026 Ian Bailey is one that we have highlighted time after time before, and he continues to be a player of so much interest with his game on the court.  We had a chance to really watch more of his game and how it has been evolving, and we are here to say that D1 programs should be looking hard his way in the coming...

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2024 Jaye Nash discusses Florida State visit, another upcoming visit, and timeline

One of the top guards that is still open when it comes to his recruitment, 2024 Jaye Nash looks to be narrowing things down, learning more about programs, and is hoping to make a decision soon. Nash, a 6’2 guard at McEachern High School and ranked No. 162 nationally by 247 Sports, holds several offers already from several schools around the country and has recently taken visits. What Has...

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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Matt Kirby headed to Mount Olive

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: Matt KirbyClass: 2024Committed to: Mount Olive What Has Been Said: “The incredibly...

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2025 Keyshuan Tillery adding more offers to his list; talks schools he would like to visit

2025 Keyshuan Tillery, a guard out of New Hampton School (NH) has been having a tremendous season overall and showing why he is ranked as one of the premier prospects in his class.  He had a strong summer with City Rocks and has only continued that this high school season, putting up big numbers, showing his ability to get out and push while also being an effective scoring presence. When we...

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2025 Isaac Ericksen leading the charge in a big way at Green Level

Player: Isaac EricksenHeight: 6’9Class: 2025School: Green Level About His Game: A very intriguing talent here in North Carolina, 2025 6’9 Isaac Ericksen from Green Level High School has been having a tremendous junior campaign. Averaging 17.2ppg, 8.1rpg, and 1.9apg, Ericksen brings a lot of versatility to the court with his game.  He has the size that allows him to operate and make plays...

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Versatile forward, 2025 6’8 Robert Fields, showing more about his game and adding new offers/interests

Player: Robert FieldsClass: 2025Height: 6’8Position: ForwardSchool: McDonogh Offers: Boston University, Loyola (MD), William & Mary, UMBC, American, Towson, Navy Season Overview: “The season has been going well. We have a strong record which is good since we haven’t had a good season in a while. I’ve been doing well leading in points, rebounds, steals, and blocks for the team. This led me to...

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Phenom Recruiting News: 2026 6’9 Jay Nelson

Player: Jay Nelson (Nelson Mboudjika)Class: 2026Height: 6’9School: CATS Academy/ Expressions Elite Offers: Rhode Island, Bryant Game Description: “I play the four and can play out of the post as well. I draw a lot of attention when I catch it in the post, so I try my best to read when I should score or pass it out. I can guard 1-5 on the court and I average double-digit rebounds all season long...

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2024 6’11 Max Pikaar breaks down Penn State visit and latest in recruitment

Player: Max PikaarClass: 2024Height: 6’11School: Sunrise Christian Check out all the latest recruiting news and updates with the latest prospects around the country. Season Overview: “Our season has been going great. We have a great group of guys who are gunning for a national championship. For me, the season has been good as well, I have been learning a lot and getting used to the American...

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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Isaiah Sutherland commits to Winston-Salem State

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: Isaiah SutherlandClass: 2024Committed to: Winston-Salem State What Has Been Said:...

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High-Major programs coming hard early for 2026 6’5 Qayden Samuels

Photo Credit: @OK3Sports Rolling into the DMV, we look at a young rising star who already has plenty of attention coming his way early on.  At Bishop McNamara up in Maryland, 2026 6’5 Qayden Samuels has been proving to be a big-time talent who can have an offensive impact, plays his own game and pace, can score in an array of ways, and can fill it up. And his game runs in the family, as he is...

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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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Lady Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Nadia vonReichbauer commits to UNC-Pembroke

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: Nadia vonReichbauerClass: 2024Committed to: UNC-Pembroke What She Said: Lady Phenom:...

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2025 7’0 Andreas Holst could see his recruitment take off

Player: Andreas HolstClass: 2025Position: Forward/WingPlay For: Bakken Bears A player that has been going under the radar but could be seeing a blow-up come soon, 2025 7’0 Andreas Holst (Denmark) could see his recruitment take off with what he has been showing and providing on the court. Such an interesting prospect when you watch highlights of his game, as his blend of size, fluid shot-making,...

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Phenom Recruitment Update: 2026 Hassan Koureissi

Roaming around the country, we recently checked in with a young prospect who is starting to gain a lot of traction with his play this season and should only continue to flourish this summer. 2026 Hassan Koureissi, who plays for Archbishop Stepinac, is starting to have a breakout season, as the 6’3 prospect is showing his ability to be a strong creator off the bounce, get to his spots, and play...

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2026 Jayden Hodge (St. Rose, NJ) capturing more eyes his way; adds offer from Rutgers

Player: Jayden HodgeSchool: St. Rose (NJ)Class: 2026 Gaining eyes more around the recruiting landscape, we head north to talk more to a rising prospect that is attracting more attention in 2026 6’5 Jayden Hodge. Jayden is the younger brother of Matthew Hodge (Villanova commit) and is helping lead the charge for St. Rose High School, a team that sits at 18-2 overall. Phenom Hoops recently spoke...

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2027 Khalia Hartwell (Westside) continuing to flourish; earns big SEC offer

Lady Phenom is looking around the region and looking to spotlight players, and a young freshman that we have talked about before is continuing to elevate and develop her game, and college programs are looking to come quickly. 2027 Khalia Hartwell was one that we saw early in seventh grade, and it was easy to see with her size and ability, she had a chance to be a big name in the Class of 2027....

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2026 Justin Caldwell talks visit to NC State and new interests

In recent news, NC State welcomed in Miami on Tuesday night and they had one of the top players in the Class of 2026 on deck to take in the game and atmosphere.  2026 Justin Caldwell, a big man from Trinity Christian down in Fayetteville (NC), visited Raleigh to take in the game, as the Wolfpack have been expressing interest his way. Sophomore 40 Evaluation: “Finishing up, we look at a player...

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2024 Fischer Brown (Wasatch Academy) can be that late “sniper” for a college program

The time is now for college programs to act on players in the class of 2024, and Phenom Hoops has one for you that could see his name pop up a lot more as of late.  Recently watching Wasatch Academy, we had an opportunity to check out 2024 6’5 Fischer Brown, and we quickly could see that he should be a target for college programs. Time after time, we hear about college programs looking for...

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2024 Isaiah Sy: Putting in the work and showing his potential; adding new offers

Player: Isaiah SyClass: 2024Height: 6’7School: Cloud County CCPrevious School: Combine Academy A player that we have seen popping up more in the recruiting world has been 2024 Isaiah Sy at Cloud County CC, as he has been racking in D1 offers as of late.  But Sy is a player that we have watched on several occasions before, mostly during his time playing at Combine Academy. When talking about...

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Phenom Commitment Alert: Washington and Lee snags commitment from 2024 Joe Rhyne

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: Joe RhyneClass: 2024Committed to: Washington and Lee What Has Been Said: “For...

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