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COACH’S CORNER EP. 3: Cox Mill HC Ty Johnson Speaks on 25-4 Season + Coaching Goals!
Our coach's corner episode continues to plug right along, this time looking at a young but talented coach rising up the ranks in Cox Mill's Ty Johnson. With a few years under his belt, he took a job at Cox Mill when the program was losing 98% of their scoring but he still finished with a 25-4 record and is looking for more next year. What are his goals as a coach and what does his faith help provide to the programs and players. That and much more with Coach Johnson in our latest episode. Make sure you subscribe!
read moreCOACH’S CORNER: Ardrey Kell’s Mike Craft Talks HS Playing Days + College Coaching Experience!
Ardrey Kell's Mike Craft sits down with Rick Lewis and Patrick O'Brien, looking back at his history as a player in high school but also his rise in becoming a head coach. Being an assistant at Appalachian State, Wingate, and at Davidson, he learned a lot of lessons that he still uses today at Ardrey Kell. He continues to find success at the high school level, as his team's continues to be one of the top programs in the state. What are a few of his philosophies on the court and what is he looking forward to next year.
read moreCoach’s Corner: Harding HC LJ Johnson
Another episode of the Coach's Corner comes from Phenom Hoops, as Rick Lewis and Patrick O'Brien sit down with Harding head coach LJ Johnson. We discuss multiple topics today including his interesting path of playing basketball and football, his background of being a coach on multiple levels, and what he has been able to do in a short time at the program. Coach Johnson breaks down his thoughts of players to watch next year and much more. Make sure you listen in and subscribe to all our outlets.
read moreRecruiting Road Map (4.24.20): Latest commitments and offers
Phenom Hoops talks about the latest commitments this past week, including 2021 Dontrez Styles heading to North Carolina. See what each player can bring to their next program and a little bit about their game. We also discuss a few players that have been a hot commodity for college coaches, receiving new and multiple offers.
read moreCoach’s Corner: Covenant Day’s HC Marty Parrish
Phenom Hoops Coach's Corner, a podcast talking multiple topics with coaches from around the region. Today, Rick Lewis and Patrick O’Brien are joined by Covenant Day head coach Marty Parrish.
read morePhenom Podcast: Thoughts on The Last Dance (Ep. 1 &2)
Rick Lewis, Jeff Bendel, and Patrick O'Brien sit down after watching the latest ESPN documentary "The Last Dance." Looking back at Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls, people got a glimpse of what made Mike into Michael Jordan, along with other details and stories surrounding players like Scottie Pippen.
read morePhenom Recruiting Corner: Latest commitments and recruiting news (4.17.20)
Starting a new feature with Phenom Hoops, we are looking at the latest commitment in the past week with players that have been on the Phenom Hoops platform. In total, we had six ranging on several levels including players from North Carolina and South Carolina. We also take a look at a few prospects that have been a hot commodity on the recruiting trail in the last week.
read morePHR Podcast: NCHSAA Playoff Predictions/ NC Phenom, NC Jr Phenom Standouts
Phenom Hoops sits down for another podcast, discussing some of the names that impressed at the North Carolina Jr Phenom and NC Phenom 150. Who were a few unsigned seniors that caught our eye, as well as other underclassmen who stood out? Listen in to find out.
read morePHR Podcast (Special): NCHSAA Playoffs preview
The Phenom Hoops crew got back together for a special podcast, looking and dissecting the NCHSAA playoffs. We break down the 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A playoffs, looking at a few interesting matchups and brackets. Listen to what we had to say.
read morePHR Podcast: NCISAA Playoffs Recap
The Phenom Hoops group sits down after a full weekend of basketball. We all headed to the Charlotte area to watch the 1A, 2A, 3A, and 4A playoffs. Listen to our final thoughts from the games, which players stood out, and who were a few breakout players.
read morePHR Podcast: NCISAA Playoff Preview/ Predictions
The Phenom Hoops crew sits down to discuss the latest and breakdown EACH Division in the NCISAA Playoffs. The seedings and games are set, so who comes out of each and who are some surprise teams/ players to watch for.
read morePHR Podcast (2.3.20): Hargrave Challenge Recap/ MVP’s/ Kai Sotto phenom
The Phenom Hoops group sit down after their travels to Virginia over the weekend to discuss all the talent that they saw at the Hargrave Military Challenge. Who were there MVP's of the 2-day event, what are our thoughts on 2020 7'2 Kai Sotto, and who were some breakout players, storylines from the event?
read morePHR Podcast (1.27.20): Memories of Kobe Bryant/ #PhenomHartsville standouts
Rick, Jamie, and Patrick sit down to discuss multiple topics, including their thoughts on the passing of Kobe Bryant and what he did for the world of sports, recapping the best performances and standouts from the Hartsville High School Classic, and how Phenom Hoops is dipping their foot into girls basketball this season.
read morePhenom Podcast: Hartsville Classic Preview/ Zion Williamson debut/ NC All-State team
The Phenom Hoops crew discuss the storylines and players that are highlighting the Hartsville Classic, as well as Zion Williamson's debut and their first-half all-state team in North Carolina.
read moreCarmel Christian MLK/ Kinston MLK standouts, storylines, and more
The Phenom Hoop group sits down to discuss their recent travels to Charlotte and Kinston, recapping and discussing what they saw at two loaded events: Carmel Christian MLK Showcase and Kinston MLK Classic. Who were the standouts? What players claimed the spotlight? Who impressed and what were some storylines that we took away from the event? We discuss it all
read moreCarmel Christian MLK Showcase/ Kinston MLK Classic Previews
Jamie and Patrick sit down to preview the upcoming weekend of basketball in the East and West part of North Carolina. The Carmel Christian MLK Showcase and Kinston MLK Classic will bring some of the best teams all under one building in Charlotte and Kinston. We preview teams, players, and headlines that you won't want to miss.
read morePHR Podcast: #PhenomPGHolidayClassic, #PhenomCountryRoads recap/ John Wall preview
The Phenom Hoops group sits down to discuss their thoughts and storylines from this weekend's events in Chapmanville, WV and Charleston, SC.
read morePhenom Hoops Podcast: Previewing Good Guys vs. Cancer/ Battle at the Rock
It is going to be a LOADED weekend for Phenom Hoops around the region, as we head east to First Flight HS for the Good Guys vs. Cancer event and to Nation Ford HS for the Battle at the Rock.
read morePhenom Hoops Podcast: Hoops & Dreams Showcase Recap
The Hoops & Dreams Showcase is in the books and the field was absolutely loaded with talent. The Phenom Hoops group sits down to discuss their thoughts from the event.
read morePhenom Hoops’ Podcast: Teams/ Players show out at Gate City Classic
The Gate City Classic was one of the best events we have had this season and the atmosphere was IMPRESSIVE!
read morePHR Podcast: Gate City Preview (Matchup/ Team Breakdown)
Just another week of nationally-ranked teams, along with local talent around the state of North Carolina, battle it out on the courts this weekend (Nov. 22-23) in Greensboro for the Gate City Classic.
read morePHR Podcast: Phenom National Showcase Rewind
The Phenom Hoop Group sits down after a fantastic and loaded event at the Phenom National Showcase in Raleigh, NC to discuss some of the team/player standouts and who surprised us the most. We break it all down in our latest podcast.
read morePHR Podcast: National Showcase Preview
Jamie, Jeff, and Patrick sit down to break down the teams that will be in attendance in Raleigh, NC for the National Showcase (rated as one of the top events in high school basketball this year) and what you will want to watch for at the loaded event.
read morePHR Podcast: Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic Preview
The Phenom Hoops crew sits down to discuss why the Carmel Christian Tip-Off Classic will be a must-see event in Charlotte on November 8-9. See what we will be looking for, some of the storylines to watch for, and players that should stand out.
read morePHR Podcast: HS Jamboree Session I Preview
The Phenom Hoop group sits down to preview some of the must-see teams, matchups, and players to watch this weekend at the High School Jamboree on November 2 in Greensboro NC.
read morePhenom Hoops Podcast: NC Phenom 150 Standouts and Breakouts (Sess. 1 and 2)
The Phenom Hoop crew sits down once again to take a look back at two fantastic Phenom 150 camps, Session 1 and Session 2. We each discuss a few standouts and breakouts from each event. We also dive into a few more open gyms we have attended recently.
read morePhenom Hoops Podcast: #SCTop80/ #VAPhenom150 recap/ Open Gym recaps
The Phenom Hoop Report group sits down once again, this time taking a look back at all the tremendous players that recently participated in the SCTop80 and VaPhenom150 recently. These are names that you will want to start tracking for sure this upcoming season. Then we dive into some of the open gyms we have attended recently, talking about players and how these teams look in person.
read morePhenom Hoops Podcast: Phenom WNC 150 recap/ Discussing Rivals 150 rankings
Phenom Hoops Podcast is back again this week, this time breaking down several topics, including recapping the Phenom WNC 150, discussing the latest offers and commitments, breaking down the latest Rivals 150 rankings for the class of 2020, and dissecting the rosters of IMG Academy, Montverde Academy, and Oak Hill.
read more#AmateurHour: 2019 Phenom Summer Havoc Preview!
Jamie Shaw, Jeff Bendel, Rick Lewis, and Myself broke down the must see prospects at this year’s Phenom Summer...
read more#AmateurHour: PHR Team Camp Takeaways, June Live Thoughts, EP 47
Jamie Shaw, Jeff Bendel, Miles Masercola, and Rick Lewis go through their standouts of the Phenom Team Camp Session One, go through their thoughts from the first June Live Period, and then break down some of the new draftees that played in Phenom Hoop Report events during their time in High School. Be sure to subscribe and leave a...
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