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Let the Party Begin at the Phenom New Years Bash (Dec. 28-30)
The final event for Phenom Hoops in the Year 2023, we head back to the Charlotte area at Chambers High School for the New Year’s Bash. It was a tremendous event last year and should once again be a tremendous event before the New Year. So come out, enjoy your time with family and friends, and watch some high school basketball with Phenom Hoops. Event Link:...
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The party is at Chambers again with the New Year’s Bash (Dec 28-30)
Phenom Hoops is going into 2024 in a big way with two excellent events. The Gate City Showcase will be one, but we will also be in Charlotte once again heading into the New Year’s festivities. The 2nd annual New Year’s Bash will be back at Chambers high school, bringing some terrific local talent to the forefront of high school basketball in what should be a memorable event once again. Check out...
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Lady Phenom 1-on-1 with 2026 Jacy Abii (Frisco Liberty)
Lady Phenom continues its premier coverage all around the country, as we go down to Texas this time. We had a terrific opportunity to talk to one of the top players in the country in 2026 Jacy Abii from Frisco Liberty, as she is a rising star that has already accomplished so much. Already regarded as one of the top players in the country, a state champion with her high school team,...
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Lady Phenom Spotlight: 2023 Kayla Reynolds (Eastern Guilford)
Player: Kayla ReynoldsClass: 2023Height: 5’3Position: GuardHigh School: Eastern Guilford We take a look at an unsigned senior at Eastern Guilford who is back on the court after a tough start to the season. 2023 5’3 Kayla Reynolds had a rough start due to an injury but is now back on the court with her team, and looking to lead the charge with her teammates. She spoke to us about the...
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2024 Gracynn Gough continuing to show her production
Player: Gracynn GoughClass: 2024School: Charlotte Catholic At the Phenom New Year’s Bash, we got a chance to see some strong talent on the girls’ side with Charlotte Catholic, a program that certainly has the pedigree in making a state title run. 2024 Blanca Thomas certainly grabs the headlines, but once again, it was the play of 2024 Gracynn Gough who was the talk of the game with her...
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Big-time Stock Riser: 2024 6’11 Makoi Mabor Marier (Gaston Christian)
Name: Makoi Mabor MarierHeight: 6’11Class: 2024School: Gaston Christian Players come and go each year in North Carolina. Sometimes we lose some incredible talent, but we also add some incredible new talent as well. And one player that you will want to learn about QUICKLY is 2024 6’11 Makoi Mabor Marier, because we have a feeling that this is a prospect that will see his recruitment...
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Put On the Radar: Phenom New Year’s Bash
2023 Tim Hall (Westminster Catawba): One of the most memorable performances at the event was how dominant 2023 Tim Hall Jr. was, putting up an impressive 31-point, 15-rebound showing in a tough loss. Hall was simply unstoppable throughout the game, using his size, showing his athleticism, and his overall impact on both sides. Hall seems to be going under the radar, as when you dive...
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Easy to See: 2023 Nick Dorn (Chambers) proving himself in a big way
Player: Nick DornClass: 2023Height: 6’6School: Chambers HS Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLogVTlgVPGw3lK9RyO4G5b6ln0lD-Dw_p We at Phenom Hoops get a chance to watch a lot of talent all around the region, and there are some players that seem to befuddle us in why they are going under the radar. One player that we have watched countless times and recently watched again at...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Phenom New Year’s Bash
2024 Miles Beard (Hickory Ridge): Beard was at it again in leading his team, finishing with 19 points and five rebounds. Beard continues to be a force offensively with his ability to knock down shots from outside and his pull-up game, but also excels in penetrating and getting to the basket. Beard just has a natural ability to find ways to score and does so consistently. 2023 Luke Brigman...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom New Year’s Bash
2023 Tim Hall (Westminster Catawba): Not sure what to say how dominant of a game he had on the court for his team; he carried them throughout as he was nearly unstoppable on the court. Hall was a force down around the paint, displaying tremendous athleticism at the rim, being explosive on the boards and in blocking shots, and carrying his team in all that he could do. Very impressive...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Chambers vs. Salisbury
Day 2 of the Phenom New Year’s Bash got underway, as fans were able to enjoy a little basketball before enjoying the New Year’s holiday. Last game of the night, Chambers and Salisbury looked to battle it out with both teams bringing some very intriguing talent to the court. Chambers looked to deliver the first punch and they did so impressively, as they were able to get rolling offensively...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Northside Christian vs. Hickory Ridge
Day 2 of the Phenom New Year’s Bash got underway, as fans were able to enjoy a little basketball before enjoying the New Year’s holiday. Continuing an exciting day, two teams that competed on Day 1 were back in action and squaring off, as Northside Christian and Hickory Ridge took the floor. Hickory Ridge came out strong behind its leader in 2024 Miles Beard, who went for 10 first-quarter...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Gaston Christian vs. Cardinal Newman
Day 2 of the Phenom New Year’s Bash got underway, as fans were able to enjoy a little basketball before enjoying the New Year’s holiday. Second game on the schedule, we had a very intriguing matchup between Gaston Christian who was coming off an impressive Day 1 victory, taking on Cardinal Newman from South Carolina. Both teams looked to adjust to one another early on, as Cardinal Newman...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Mallard Creek vs. Westminster Catawba
Day 2 of the Phenom New Year’s Bash got underway, as fans were able to enjoy a little basketball before enjoying the New Year’s holiday. First up on the day was Westminster Catawba going up against Mallard Creek, as MC was looking to go 2-0 at the event. They came out with a strong intensity, jumping out to an early edge and really playing hard on both ends of the court. ...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Chambers vs. Weddington
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boys’ side. Going into the last game of what was a great day of basketball, Weddington traveled to Chambers in a terrific rematch from last season. Senior Nick Dorn came out red hot in the first half, showing his ability to be a big-time scoring...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Northside Christian vs. Salisbury
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boys’ side. Now heading into the later afternoon, Salisbury had hit the road to come to Charlotte to take on Northside Christian. Northside Christian came out strong and firing, as the guard play was able to make plays off the dribble but also had the...
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John Wall Invitational Game Recap: Millbrook vs. Centennial
The nightcap kicked off with Millbrook High School facing off against Centennial. The Huskies flexed their muscle inside early, as 2023 Devin Williams got Centennial on the board with an effortless slam. The Wildcats would answer back, however, as 2025 Colt Langdon canned a pair of 3-pointers. Moments later, 2024 Jayan Walker started to heat up — both from distance and in the midrange — to help...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: 1of1 Academy vs. Gaston Christian
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boys’ side. Going into the fourth game of the night, 1-of-1 Academy and Gaston Christian hit the court to battle it out. A very intriguing game between two talented teams, and this one ended up being a battle all throughout. Both teams were able to go...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Mallard Creek vs. Southeast Guilford
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boy’s side. Moving into the third game on the day, Southeast Guilford hit the road to travel to Charlotte to take on Mallard Creek, in what looked to be a pretty even matchup. Southeast Guilford came out hot in this game, going up quickly by 10...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Charlotte Catholic vs. Hickory Ridge (Girls)
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girls’ and boys’ side. In the second game, we had two talented teams on the girl’s side with Charlotte Catholic and Hickory Ridge. Hickory Ridge started out well behind the guard play of Erica McClary but Charlotte Catholic started to get going with their...
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Phenom New Year’s Bash Game Recap: Charlotte Elite Academy vs. Hickory Ridge
Phenom Hoops was back in Charlotte for the Phenom New Year’s Bash, bringing some terrific talent from around the area on both the girl’s and boy’s side. In our first game, Charlotte Elite Academy and Hickory Ridge squared off in what should be a nice battle to start the day. Hickory Ridge came out strong, building an early double-digit lead. 2024 Miles Beard helped lead the charge...
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Players To Watch: Phenom New Year’s Bash
Phenom Hoops is looking to end the year off with a bang, ending what has been a great year overall for high school basketball in North Carolina with a must-see event in the Charlotte area. The Phenom New Year’s Bash is a great way to bring in 2023, enjoying some tremendous teams and talents all under one build on December 30-31. You can check out the full schedule and event info with the...
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Phenom Schedule Announcement: End the year with a bang at the Phenom New Year’s Bash
There is nothing better than ending the year of 2022 with a great event of high school basketball and that is exactly what Phenom Hoops is bringing to the Charlotte area. The Phenom New Year’s Bash is going to be an absolute show, as we bring fans elite matchups and premier prospects from the state all to JL Chambers for a tremendous two-day event. We will be kicking off the event Friday...
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