SUMMER GRIND EVENT RECAPS

POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 2 at Phenom Summer Grind

2027 Seth Woodard (Dillard Elite): Woodard has a very good showing on Day 2, as he helped big time for his team to a victory.' His sheer presence down in the paint, his activity on the boards on both sides, creating second-chance opportunities, and finishing with touch is what helped his team in a HUGE way to a victory. 2027 Jack Gruendel (Upward Stars Carolina): Gruendel is one that played well...

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Immediate Impact Freshmen in North Carolina's Class of 2026 (Part Two)

The travel ball season is finally beginning to wind down, which naturally generates a lot of buzz and excitement for the upcoming high school year. Folks are ready to see where seniors commit, what team separates themselves from the pack, and everything in-between. One of the more intriguing subplots of each season is how the freshman will ultimately fare, and this year is no different. North...

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Bendel's Best: Lamelo Ball Invitational

This past weekend, Phenom Hoops traveled to the Rock Hill Sports and Events Center to host our partnered event with 1 of 1 Elite'the Lamelo Ball Invitational. The event was loaded with talent and noteworthy matchups, which subsequently generated a lot of buzz throughout the Carolinas. Between the three days, there were a healthy variety of standout prospects. This article will take a closer look...

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Player Standouts at Day Three of Lamelo Ball Invitational

5'10 '26 Max Van Weerdihuzen (Team United) Although there were a ton of standouts for this loaded squad, Weerdihuzen consistently found ways to stand out within the flow of the action. He's a very intelligent point guard prospect with an extremely low-maintenance identity. Weerdihuzen typically works with the ball in his hands, setting up others and constantly looking to make the right play, but...

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Reece's Standouts: Phenom Summer Showcase (Day 2)

by: Ethan Reece 2026 Max Van Weerdhuizen (Carolina Impact)Max is on his way to a bright future and being the GUY in Davidson County. He takes care of every aspect of the game to some effective degree, handling high levels of pressure maneuvering through constant waves of traps and face guarding. He leads as a point guard finding others and passing them open while being a dangerous shooter from...

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Phenom 150 Session II Camp Evaluations: Team 1

Team 1 Coach: Gerroid Doughty  #15: 5'0 '28 Gideon Mount (Lewisville) Starting things off, we look at a player who continues to perform well despite his young age, Gideon Mount. He's a sturdy, high-motor guard prospect with an unselfish approach and the understanding of how to consistently make an impact without necessarily requiring the ball in his hands. Mount provides excellent...

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Player Standouts from Phenom Summer Grind (Day 1: Part 2)

by: Ethan Reece 2026s Jaquan Clay and Cole Cloer (Carolina Rockets)Can't mention one of these guys without the other. They both are big and athletic forwards that have hit the early growth spurts, blessed with the natural ability to score. Even for young 2026s, they were men amongst boys as they flew around in their press getting steals and breaking out in transition. While eventually others...

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Phenom 150 Session II (Jr.) Camp Evaluations: Team 3

Team 3 Coach: Kelvin Mills #5: 4'7 '27 Rylan Leak (Huntersville) Starting things off, we look at a player that performed quite well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Rylan Leak. He's a smart, wiry guard prospect with a nice spot-up threat and reliable perimeter shooting ability. Leak displayed an unselfish mentality, hit shots off the bounce or catch, and offered a high motor...

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