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POB’s Summer Stock Risers (Part 1)
It certainly hasn't been the summer many had hoped but we were able to get a chance to have travel ball this season at Phenom Hoops, with constant action going on in the gyms of South Carolina. With the season winding down for many, lets start taking a look back at the bigger picture and see which players should see their stock rise after an impressive season. This will be a several-part series, with several more coming your way.
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POB’s Eye Catchers: Day 3 at Summer Finale (Part 1)
2022 6’7 Mikhail Pocknett (BWSL Team Marsh 17u): Pocknett was nearly a double-double machine last year for Ashley HS and showed that same production on Day 3. He shows tremendous hands and strength down low in the post, moves well and is always active, and finishes well against defenders. 2022 7’0 Patrick Wessler (CC Elite 2022-2021): Wessler continues to show why he is regarded as one of...
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2022 6’8 Daniel Sanford: Continuing to elevate his game
He saw a rise from his freshman season to his sophomore year at Vance, nearly doubling his output and he seems to be continuing that same stellar play and momentum this summer, something we all got a chance to see in Rock Hill the last few weeks at the Queen City Showcase and Phenom Challenge.
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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at #PhenomChallenge (Part I)
We bring you some early standouts from Day 1 in Rock Hill at the Phenom Challenge. Check out some of the names.
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POB’s Eye Catchers from #PhenomQCShowcase (Day 1) (Part II)
Check out some more names that had impressive outings on Day 1 of the Queen City Showcase.
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2019-20 Phenom Hoops All-State Team (Class of 2022)
It was a spectacular year no matter how you look at it. Players really made a name for themselves and had an impressive season on the court, producing on so many levels. Phenom Hoops brings you their All-State teams for the 2022 class. A huge congrats to all players and teams this season.
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Daniel Sanford GAME WINNER…Jaylen Curry x Trey Green Spark Vance Comeback and Stay Undefeated!!
Vance was down double figures in the second half, and stayed the course to beat previously unbeaten Sol C Johnson out of Savannah, Georgia on a last-second shot by Daniel Sanford.
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The Rise of North Carolina’s Class of 2022 (Part Two)
With the high-school season back in full swing, there’s simply no better time to take an extended look at our rankings and some of the players who have already separated themselves from the pack. This is the time where potential starts to directly translate into ability. All of the players on this list have taken massive strides over the last calendar year and have definitely earned their place...
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North Carolina… 2022 or 2023?!
North Carolina is in good hands with the national level prospects across the state with the classes of 2022 and 2023.
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Will Vance be the Most HYPE Team in CLT?! Jaylen Curry, Daniel Ransom, Daniel Sanford & MORE!
Vance High School has a great accumulation of talent, at all ages. Led by freshman Jaylen Curry, sophomore Daniel Sanford and senior Daniel Ransom (WCU Commit), they are certain to be one of the most exciting teams in the 704.
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Phenom Open Gym Tour: Vance HS
Patrick and Rick headed out to the gym to get a better understanding of what the Cougars have this season. Here is what we found.
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2022 Duo Perry Smith Jr. and Daniel Sanford Were MUST SEE TV All SUMMER!!
The 2022 forward duo of 6'10" Perry Smith Jr and 6'6" Daniel Sanford are explosive with ball skills and toughness. They teamed up with Team United on the 15u team and showed out!
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Daniel Sanford FULL BEAST MODE!! Freshman is TOO STRONG for These Kids!!
Daniel Sanford is a 6'6" 2022 prospect who plays summer ball with Team United and high school ball at Vance High School in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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A Closer Look: Five of the Top Prospects from North Carolina’s Class of 2022
There is no better time to review the growth of prospects than after their freshman season, where many of these young men have begun to separate themselves from one another. First and foremost, these are not Phenom Hoops’ official rankings. They are simply based on the opinions of the writer. Additionally, this class has a ton of talent and narrowing this list to only five players was a...
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Phenom’s North Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Kelly #5:5’10 ’20 Steven Riley Jr. (Ravenscroft) Starting things off, we look at a player that did an excellent job of running the team and operating within his role, Steven Riley Jr. He’s a long, wiry point guard prospect with IQ and a well-rounded skillset. Riley understands how to get his teammates involved and take advantage of easy scoring opportunities without forcing...
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Kevin’s Player Standouts at NC Top 80
2020 #59 6’4 Ahmil Flowers (Greensboro) Ahmil is one of the most athletic kids in the state that nobody talks about. Flowers was a terror in transition and on the boards, he also has the potential to be a lockdown defender. Flowers does an excellent job of utilizing his body to navigate through traffic. Ahmil best basketball is ahead of him with his ability to fill the stat sheets up. #47 6’3...
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