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Natural Leader on the Court: 2024 Julie Janus (AC Reynolds)
Player: Julie JanusSchool: AC ReynoldsClass: 2024 Lady Phenom made the trip to Myers Park this past weekend for the MP Title IX Showcase, bringing several teams around the area to one venue. We had a great opportunity to find new talent on the floor, and one team that impressed Friday night was AC Reynolds, led by their leaders that included senior Julie Janus. The 5’7 senior prospect...
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Kevin’s Players to Know (Dec. 4)
By: Kevin Moses Player: Eli CampbellTwitter: @e_campbellx24Height: 6’0, 170Class of 2024School: Midland Trail High School, WV Campbell is an electric duel threat scoring option you can count on. A beautiful three-point shot. Crafty finisher at the rim. Eli can drop a sweet dime but with a high IQ. Eli can beat you with his mind and his skills. May not be the tallest, fastest, biggest or...
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Standout Performers from #TylerLewisHoopFest
2024 Caden Bell (NC GBB): What a showing from the senior guard, but this is ultimately just a continuation of what he has been showing all season long for NC GBB. Bell has elevated his game as a senior and as a leader, pouring in some impressive performances. And on both days, he showed it all with his ability to knock down shots and consistently get to the line all game long. Really stepped up...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: 2024 Evan Morton commits to East Stroudsburg
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: Evan MortonClass: 2024Committed to: East Stroudsburg What Has Been Said: “Evan...
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Phenom Commitment Alert: Roanoke gets big commitment from 2024 Grant Hamilton
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: Grant HamiltonClass: 2024Committed to: Roanoke What Has Been Said: “In terms of...
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Sad Sam’s Pre-Conference Season Furious 5
Greetings HS hoops junkies from across the hall decking Piedmont! The Great One is here once again to release his first Furious 5 of the season. Last year we saw The Pony Express of Myers Park take the 4A state title along with F5 honors. The big question this season is, CAN the Stangs repeat? The answer is, yes. However, it will be a difficult task as interior stalwart Elijah Strong is in...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 6
Team 6 Coach: Josh Staley #6: 5’9 ’26 Michael Jones (Indian Land) Starting things off, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the top performers on display, Michael Jones. He’s a smart, dynamic lead guard prospect with incredible speed, quickness, and scoring polish. Jones is an excellent creator who touches the paint at a high volume, hits jumpers with consistency, and sets up...
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Ellis Brothers Head Back to the Outer Banks – Moravian Prep vs. Peninsula Catholic Highlights
Phenom Hoops brings you highlights from the Outer Banks, as 2025 Eli Ellis and 2026 Isaac Ellis lead Moravian Prep at the Outer Banks against Peninsula Catholic. Check out all the highlights. Make sure to...
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NC GBB vs. King’s Fork Game Recap
The final game of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest concluded with a matchup between NC GBB and King’s Fork. Given the college-level talent on both sidelines, it was easy to get excited about this contest. Both squads came out of the gate with intensity and toughness, which naturally led to a competitive battle. In the first half, NC GBB largely dictated the pace, but entered halftime...
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Orange vs. Forsyth Country Day Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest advanced forward with a contest between Orange High School and Forsyth Country Day. Despite being without Cole Cloer and Kai Wade, the Panthers came out of the gate and went toe-to-toe with the Furies. The opening two periods featured fast, back-and-forth action with neither team able to gain much separation on the scoreboard, as the Furies...
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Chambers vs. Caldwell Academy Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest carried onward with arguably the most exciting matchup of the event taking place between Chambers High School and Caldwell Academy. Play kicked off with Chambers striking early, forcing turnovers, and finding consistent success on offense. Guys like Tarris Bouie and Jaydon Terrell were important in building the lead but Maurio Hanson shined...
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Southern Durham vs. Greensboro Day School Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest continued forward with an exciting matchup between Southern Durham and Greensboro Day School. The Spartans have all the makings of a squad who should legitimately be among the best teams in their classification while the Bengals’ longstanding success doesn’t need to be reiterated. Southern Durham did a great job of securing the lead early...
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Woodberry Forest vs. High Point Christian Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest carried onward with a matchup between Woodberry Forest (VA) and High Point Christian. The Cougars have been clicking on all cylinders to start their season. On the other side, The Tigers highlighted a team-oriented approach last night, and that only continued here. The action got started with High Point Christian taking control and setting...
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Calvary Day vs. Bishop McGuinness Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest continued on with a battle between two of the Triad’s top programs in Calvary Day and Bishop McGuinness. In addition to the talent on both sides, these squads are very familiar with each other. Each roster has several players from within the Spartans’ organization, combining for nearly a dozen between the two teams, which only added to the...
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West Stokes vs. Chatham Charter Game Recap
The second day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest kicked off at noon with a matchup between West Stokes and Chatham Charter. Both teams enter the season with new structure and expectations. The Wildcats appointed Carter Phillips as their head coach and have a lot of reasons to be optimistic about the future. On the other side, the Knights will be an intriguing team to follow given their...
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MP Title IX Showcase – Scores and Standouts (Friday)
Lake Norman 67 – South Pointe 53 Stats:LK: Samantha Shehan 29, Alexis Shehan 23SP: Ja’Nyia Cunningham 17, Serenity Wood 12 2025 Alexis Shehan and 2025 Samantha Shehan (Lake Norman): The Shehan sisters were at it again, continuing to showcase their importance to this team and their overall impact. The ability to have a team that allows them both to shine, be used and shine as versatile pieces,...
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NC GBB vs. Forsyth Country Day Game Recap
The first day of our third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest concluded with a highly anticipated matchup between NC GBB and Forsyth Country Day. This contest opened up with NC GBB taking complete control and establishing a double-digit lead before ultimately finishing the quarter with an 18-10 lead. The second period featured more of the same, as NC GBB continued to dictate the pace and maintain their...
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Greensboro Day vs. Woodberry Forest Game Recap
The third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest continued onward with an intriguing matchup between Greensboro Day School and Woodberry Forest High School. Things got off to somewhat of a slow start, as both teams were comfortable getting into their sets with patience, working for quality looks, and seizing opportunities when available. However, the early, steady play of Will Otto, Addison Newkirk, and...
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Calvary Day vs. Carmel Christian Game Recap
The third annual Tyler Lewis HoopFest kicked off with an exciting matchup between Calvary Day and Carmel Christian. In the opening minutes, Calvary Day took control of the lead through unselfish ball movement and efficient offensive execution of their Asher Tolbert, Dane Cassada, Owen Calvert, Carson Barnett, Nate Keegan, and Jordan Richardson. However, Carmel Christian kept things close and...
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Names to Know: 2024 Luke Shure – The Total Package Destroyer
By: Kevin Moses Luke Shure Twitter: @luke_shure Height: 6’7, 175Class of 2024School: Union Christian Academy, AR Shure is an extremely versatile wing that can flat-out go. This explosive young stud can be a fierce triple-threat scoring option consistently while remaining an efficient leader. Luke has a beautiful touch from outside but he can be a punisher off the bounce and on the...
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Phenom Heading Eastbound: 2024 Hezron Driver is one to jot down
Player: Hezron DriverSchool: Laney HSClass: 2024Height: 6’4 The Hoops & Dreams Showcase was a tremendous event once again this year down in Fayetteville (NC), as there were plenty of players who impressed with their performances. One player that grabbed our attention was an unsigned senior 2024 6’4 Hezron Driver at Laney High School. Driver has been part of a balanced attack for the...
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2025 Kenny Vera (Northwood Temple) putting on a show to start the season
Player: Kenny VeraSchool: Northwood TempleClass: 2025Height: 6’3 There are plenty of players who have elevated their play this season from last year, and it is hard not to talk about the improvement and development of 2025 6’3 Kenny Vera at Northwood Temple. The guard had a solid season as a sophomore, averaging 11.5ppg and 4.2pg. But he has taken the next step in his journey, as he has...
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POB’s CBB Thoughts (11.30.23): UNC’s Strong Duo, Dalton Knecht continues to impress, and Pay More Attention to David Jones
Here is where we talk about multiple topics in college basketball as of late. Check out the latest. UNC looks much stronger with Cadeau and Davis on the floor at the same time It is about time we start watching more college basketball, and we kicked off last night tuning into a Top-25 showdown between Tennessee and North Carolina. UNC jumped out to a big lead by halftime but the Vols...
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What to Watch For: Tyler Lewis Hoopfest
2025 Jackson Keith and Southern Durham in action One of the top players in the state and quickly garnering more attention from high-major schools will be in action this weekend. 2025 Jackson Keith, a 6’5 prospect at Southern Durham, will be looking to put on a show in front of the fans. And they will certainly be going up against a tough test with powerhouse Greensboro Day on the other...
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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Sam Layman #5: 5’9 ’25 Landon Wilson (Trinity Collegiate) Starting things off, we look at a player who made a solid impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Landon Wilson. He’s a quick, wiry guard prospect with a nice IQ and understanding of how to run the team. Wilson displayed the ability to score from all levels while getting others involved and making his presence...
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Cooper’s Notes: Player Standouts from 11/13-11/17
By: Cooper Hart Ravenscroft vs Greenfield St. David’s vs Cardinal Gibbons 6’3” ’25 Chance Gladden (Ravenscroft) Gladden put on a scoring masterclass in the Ravens loss to Greenfield, pouring in 36 points without forcing the action or going away from the offense. He plays so under control and makes it extremely difficult for defenses to speed him up, allowing him the reaction time needed to be a...
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Title Contenders: Lake Norman (Boys)
It is still extremely early in the season, and it can be hard to say that some teams are title contenders, but there are also times when it is evident that a team has everything they need to make a deep run in hopes of a ring. Only a few weeks into the season, we have had an excellent chance to watch Lake Norman in action coached by Head Coach Grant Hodges. Lake Norman has been a program that...
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Unsigned Senior to Watch: 2024 Markiest Houston (Rocky River)
Continuing to highlight unsigned seniors and impressive performances at our recent events, our next player to watch for more this year is 2024 guard Markiest Houston, who is suiting up for Rocky River this season. Rocky River continues to bring a strong depth of guards to the court, ones that can flourish in a variety of ways and be playmakers. Houston is one that impressed with his...
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Good Guys vs Cancer Scores and Stats
Day 1 – Wednesday First Flight (G) 63 – Cape Hatteras (G) 22 Manteo 45 – Hatteras 42 Manteo: Zay Williams 18pts/ Taylor Granitzki 12pts, 11rebs, 4stlsHatteras: Samuel Jenkins 23pts, 12rebs Winston Salem Christian 92 – Hargrave Military 55 WS: Kosi Mgbejiofor 17pts/ Chol Machot 11pts, 10rebs, 2blks/ Isaiah Washington 13pts, 5stlsHM: Dante Kearse 17pts, 8rebs/ Jalen Carter...
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Players to Watch at #TylerLewisHoopFest
Here are just a few names to look out for at the Tyler Lewis HS Hoopfest sponsored by Rise Indoor Sports, as we also look forward to learning new names at the event! Make sure you get your tickets today! Event Page: https://phenomhoopreport.com/tyler-lewis-high-school-hoopfest/ 2024 John Campbell (Bishop McGuinness)2024 Cal Barrett (Bishop McGuinness)2025 Nicholas Graves (Bishop McGuinness)2025...
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