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HIGHLIGHTS: 2024 UNC commit Drake Powell Makes HIS Case for no. 1 in NC at #PhenomTourneyTown
Check out all the highlights from the Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, as one of the top players in North Carolina and UNC commit Drake Powell showed it all at the event!
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Is Ben L. Smith Greensboro’s Top Public School Team?
Prior to our Tourney Town Showcase, we discussed the possibility of the Golden Eagles starting the new year with an undefeated record. After two wins at the event, that scenario is still certainly in play. However, the viewings of this group also provided us with a more concrete idea of what they’ll look like from game to game. Every Coach Partee-led group has been balanced, and this squad...
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Northwood’s Frontcourt Duo Deserves More Offers
Anyone who has been plugged into the grassroots scene over the last few years should know that it has become extremely difficult for prospects to get recruited by appropriate-level schools. Outside of nationally recognized names, the days of stacking offers are long gone. This isn’t just applicable to Division I prospects, as it’s happening at all levels of college basketball. Regardless, the...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Tourney Town
5’9 ’24 Morgan Smith (Ben L. Smith) It’s easy to see the value Smith brings to this Golden Eagles squad, especially given her status as their primary ball-handler and overall creator. She’s a very tough, rugged, polished lead guard with a quick first step and the ability to fill it up as a scorer or create for others. Smith attacked the basket and finished, but also hit pull-ups at a high...
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Playing at another level: Phenom Tourney Town
The Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, sponsored by Healthy Blue NC, was a terrific event that brought some terrific talent from around the state all under one building. Several teams and players captured our eyes, but these players listed below really have shown they have elevated their game and are playing at another level this season. 2024 Sean Birmingham (Cannon): Coming from Iceland, Birmingham...
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Pay More Attention To: Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
Another great event for Phenom Hoops at the Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, sponsored by Healthy Blue NC. So many teams and players came out and put on a show, including a few players that should garner a little more attention their way with how they played at the event. Here are a few names that you may want to start paying attention to more this season. 2024 Isaiah Sanders (HP Christian): The...
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Learning a few new names: Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
The Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, sponsored by Healthy Blue NC, has an outstanding event that brought players and fans to the Greensboro area. There was plenty of talent that we have seen countless times before, but there were a few new names that you may want to jot down and learn a little bit more about. Here are a few new names to watch out for. 2026 Adam Grier (HP Christian): Grier is a...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 of Phenom Tourney Town (Part 2)
2025 Kaden Hammond (The Burlington School): A new piece to the program, Hammond has quickly come in for this team and made himself a presence with his frame and ability to carve out space in the paint. The 6’8 prospect did a great job in battling down in the paint, attacking the boards, and being strong in carving space and showing touch around the basket. Another stat that has to grab your...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Tourney Town (Part 1)
2024 Morgan Smith (Ben L. Smith): Smith led the way on Day 2 for her team, helping secure a strong overtime victory. She finished with 22 points and filled it up, doing a nice job of penetrating and creating. Smith was at her best when she was able to get downhill and attack the defense, finding ways to score inside but also did a tremendous job in getting to the line. But that doesn’t...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Tourney Town
6’7 ’24 Josh Randolph (The Burlington School) Although it was a fairly balanced (and dominant) showing for the Spartans, Randolph made a lasting impression with everything he showcased. He’s a knockdown shooter with length, range, and a wiry build. Randolph is excellent off the catch, but can also attack closeouts and finish, pull-up, or kick out to an open teammate. He has gotten more...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom Tourney Town
2024 6’7 Josh Randolph (The Burlington School): It was a good day overall for The Burlington School but I really liked the presence and impact that Randolph presented on the court. The 6’7 long prospect was able to show a little bit of everything; his ability to play multiple positions, helping out on the boards, his ability to push in transition, and his confidence from outside with range. ...
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Phenom Tourney Town Scores and Stats
FRIDAY Game 1: The Burlington School 89 – Northwood Temple 49 TBS: Zion Walker 22pts, Josh Randolph 17pts, Steven Lassiter 12pts, Jordan Durham 8ptsNT: Kenny Vera 14pts, Kendell Cave 9pts Game 2: Ben L. Smith 81 – Atkins HS 54 Smith: Carlos Neely 19pts, Markquan Gilbert 16pts, Jahlil Green 9pts, Gage Lattimore 9ptsAtkins: Laithan Atkins 21pts, Princeton Scott 8pts, Marcus Williams...
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Storylines to Watch at Tourney Town: Will Ben L. Smith Continue to Roll?
Don’t look now, but the Golden Eagles at Ben L. Smith have quickly gotten off to the best start in Guilford County amongst public school programs. Folks have to commend Coach Partee and his staff for the job they’ve done in keeping the ship afloat despite a major departure prior to the season. These players have clearly bought in, battle on a nightly basis, and should continue making their claim...
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Storylines to Watch at Tourney Town: Is Northwood the Top Team in North Carolina?
Each year, there is usually constant debate about who should be worthy of claiming the top spot within North Carolina’s high school basketball ranks. Although the NCISAA and NCHSAA are two separate conversations, it seems like Northwood is quietly shaping up to be among the top teams from either discussion. Well, the Chargers will have multiple opportunities to prove themselves against the...
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Storylines to Watch at Tourney Town: Debut for The New-Look Burlington School
Although a hefty majority of the roster remains the same, this will be the first look at the Spartans with Kaden Hammond on the court. Since we talked in-depth about what exactly he’ll bring to this group, this provides us with an opportunity to highlight their specific matchups in the upcoming weekend. Guys like Cam Flippen and Zion Walker have been phenomenal leaders throughout the season;...
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A few storylines to look out for at #PhenomTourneyTown
Can 2024 Zion Walker continue his success this season? One of the top stories in the state of North Carolina has been the play of 2024 Zion Walker, who is putting up incredible numbers so far. Averaging nearly 25 points per game, Walker is helping lead The Burlington School and has been putting on a show. Well, TBS is back in action and Walker will be looking to showcase his game one more...
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The Talent Runs Deep at the #PhenomTourneyTown (December 9-10)
Phenom Hoops continues to bring you some of the best events in high school basketball around North Carolina, and this weekend will be no different at Ben L. Smith High School in Greensboro for the Phenom Tourney Town Showcase, sponsored by Healthy Blue NC. The talent that will be on display at the event will be off the charts, as you will be hearing these names playing at the next level. Check...
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Phenom Schedule Announcement: Tourney Town Showcase is back and even better
December is absolutely loaded when it comes to Phenom Hoops’ high school events, as we have another terrific event on deck for basketball fans. Phenom Hoops presents the Tourney Town Showcase, which will be located once again at Ben L. Smith high school. Sponsored by NC Healthy Blue and Gate City Doors LLC., Tourney Town will be bringing some of the top teams around the area all under one...
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Player Standouts at Day Two of Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
6’7 ’24 Draven Pilson (Forsyth Country Day) The Furies are as balanced as any team in the state, and Pilson’s steady growth makes them even more dangerous. While it seems rare, he truly shows progression each time he takes the floor. Pilson has drastically improved as a perimeter shooter over the last few months, and can now spot-up, attack off the bounce, or operate around the basket. He’s a...
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Player Standouts at Phenom Tourney Town Showcase
5’10 ’23 Zoe Davis (Ben L. Smith) The Golden Eagles led for a majority of this contest, largely due to everything Davis brought to the table—especially in the first half. She was the clear tone-setter for this group. When she was producing, the rest of the team naturally followed her lead. Davis is a great communicator and hustle player who understands how to outwork opponents as a rebounder on...
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Tourney Town Showcase Scores and Stats
Day 1 Final: Ben L. Smith 61 – Atkins 53 (Girls) Ben: Azahreya Drayton GIll 18pts, 7rebs/ Morgan Smith 12pts/ Zoe Davis 10pts, 12rebs/ Gabby Burch 9pts, 11rebsAtkins: Amy Pedroza 17pts, 4stls/ Layla Tillery 11pts, 11rebs Final: Liberty Heights 81 – The Skill Factory 73 Liberty: Silas Demary 21pts, 5rebs, 4stls/ Elijah Jamison 17pts, 8rebs, 6asts/ Ezra Ausar 15pts, 9rebsTSF: Kam Craft...
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Storylines/Players to Watch: Healthy Blue Tourney Town Showcase (Dec. 10-11)
Liberty Heights back in actionOne of the top teams in the state is back on the Phenom Hoops platform and if you haven’t had a chance to watch them, here is another opportunity. Not only do they bring you some premier talent in the state along with a great coaching staff under Coach Wright, this is a team that has a chance to win it all this year. They are deep, they have size, and they have...
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Schedule Announcement: Healthy Blue Tourney Town presented by Phenom Hoops (Dec. 10-11)
Greensboro, NC – The announcement continue to come from Phenom Hoops, as we announce another huge event coming to North Carolina. Tourney Town, presented by Phenom Hoops, will take place at Ben L. Smith high school in Greensboro on December 10 and Wesleyan Christian on December 11. Sponsored by Healthy Blue, Tourney Town will bring a few local teams around the state as well as other...
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