Wildcat
Basketball
East Chapel Hill High School · Wildcat Basketball
BEASTMODE
Basketball · 2025–2026
Varsity
Program
6A
NCHSAA
9-15
2025–26 Record
Chapel Hill
NC
East Wildcat Mascot
2025–2026 Season Achievement
NCHSAA 6A State Playoffs — Second Round
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Open Gym
Summer open gym & points leaderboard.
View schedule & standings.
Schedule
Full season game schedule and results.
Roster
Meet the 2025–2026 Wildcat squad.
Program
Unleash the Beast — our program philosophy.
Our Philosophy
Unleash the Beast

In the heart of East Chapel Hill's athletic program lies a force to be reckoned with — a Wildcat that embodies the essence of Beast Mode. But what fuels this fierce, competitive, and dominant competitor? It's not just about physicality. It's about the spirit that drives it. Here's what makes our Wildcat roar:

01
The Core
Family
The core of the Wildcat starts with family. Striving to excel as an exemplary son, our athletes understand that their first team is at home.
02
The Soul
Faith
The soul of the Wildcat is guided by faith and a clear understanding of life's mission. This spiritual compass sets the course for all endeavors.
03
The Brain
Academics
The brain of the Wildcat is sharp and focused. As outstanding student-athletes, they know that intellect is as crucial as physical strength.
04
The Muscles
Workouts
The muscles of the Wildcat are honed through rigorous pre and post-season workouts, conditioning them for peak performance.
05
The Heart
Teammate
The heart of the Wildcat is full of compassion and support. True teammates cultivate a caring attitude that uplifts everyone around them.
06
The Lungs
Practice
The lungs of the Wildcat are filled with enthusiasm that exceeds even game-day expectations. They breathe life into practice, pushing everyone to improve.
07
The Eyes
Game Day
The eyes of the Wildcat are laser-focused, achieving a level of concentration that mentally places them in the game before it even begins.
08
The Claws
Game
The claws of the Wildcat are sharp and ready. Come game time, they compete with the intensity and focus needed to overpower the opposition.

When you see our Wildcat on the court, know that you're not just looking at athletes — you're looking at well-rounded individuals ready to dominate in all aspects of life.

That's what Beast Mode is all about.
Staff
Coaching Staff
KW
Head Coach
Kennard Winchester
"Coach Bam" · Varsity Head Coach
Former James Madison University · NBA & Professional Overseas Career · EC TA Assistant, East Chapel Hill High School
NM
Assistant Coach
Nab Muhammad
Varsity Assistant
Coming soon
2025–2026 Season
Varsity Roster
#NamePosYr
1Zachery CooperGJunior
2Jameer PhelmettaPGSenior
3David BryanGSophomore
4Frederick RothertFSenior
5Maxwell ZolaFSenior
10Blake WilliamsSGSophomore
11Zhiyan YeFJunior
12James AdamsFSenior
13Joshua FreemanFSophomore
14William CharacklisGJunior
15Jaden NicholsFJunior
22Jacob CanadyCSenior
24John MauckFJunior
30George LinnaneWJunior
33William HardinCSenior
JV Roster coming soon.
2025–2026 Season
Team Leaders
Points
12.0
PPG
W. Characklis
Rebounds
6.0
RPG
W. Hardin
Assists
3.1
APG
J. Phelmetta
Steals
2.3
SPG
J. Phelmetta
FG%
43%
Field Goal
W. Hardin
Blocks
1.0
BPG
W. Hardin
View Full Stats on MaxPreps →
Upcoming
Fall Season 2026
Varsity
Phenom Hoops HoopState Fall League
Dates
Sep 12 – Oct 4, 2026
Location
JD Lewis Center
2245 Garner Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Schedule
Saturdays Only
Cost
Fee per player applies
JV
Weekend Tournaments
Scheduling 2–3 weekend tournaments · Dates TBD
Fee per player applies
Season Archive
2025–2026 Season
Overall
9–15
Conference
2–8
5th Place
NC Rank
#292
Playoffs
NCHSAA 6A
Qualified
View 2025–2026 Season on MaxPreps →
Full season schedule including all game results, box scores, and stats available on MaxPreps.
Summer 2026
HS Open Gym
Summer Schedule Outlook
Dead Period
July 20 – 26 · No Activities
Possible Open Gym
July 27 – 28
Dead Period
July 29 – Aug 17 · No Activities
Possible Open Gym
Aug 18 – 22
Fall Training Begins
Aug 31 · First Day
Wildcats Open Gym Points
Season Leaderboard · Updated after 4 sessions · Top 5 earn a treat from Coach