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  The first-ever Bridge of Hoops International Basketball Event in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy, came to an exciting close as eight teams from around the world wrapped up four days of competitive, high-level basketball. The event brought together four Grind Session programs from the United States — Prolific Prep (FL), DNA Prep Academy (CA), Academy of Central Florida (FL), and Southeastern Prep Academy (GA)—alongside four international clubs: The Star Alliance (Italy), Olimpia Milano (Italy), BC Dubai (UAE), and BC Zalgiris (Lithuania).
 
  The third day of action at the 1st Annual Bridge of Hoops Basketball Invitational in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy, delivered another thrilling slate of international basketball at the Pala Angarano. With four games on the schedule, the day was packed with energy, teamwork, and standout performances from some of the top prep and international programs in the world.
 
  The first full day of action at the inaugural Bridge of Hoops Invitational delivered excitement, competitive energy, and a global blend of basketball styles inside the Pala Angarano in Bassano Del Grappa. Although the event tipped off last night with an opening matchup between Prolific Prep (USA) and the host team The Star Alliance (Italy), today marked the first full slate of international competition featuring programs from the United States, Italy, Lithuania, and Dubai.
 
  The Grind Session’s 12th season takes a historic leap forward with its first-ever international regular-season event — The Bridge of Hoops Invitational, occurring October 22–25, 2026 and hosted at the beautiful Pala Angarano in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy. Partnering with The Star Alliance, this event represents more than just competition — it’s a milestone moment in connecting basketball cultures across the world.
 
  The field for the Quarterfinals of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket Championship is now complete and two former stars of the Grind Session – Adem Bona and Onuralp Bitim of Türkiye – remain in pursuit of the European crown. Türkiye continued their unbeaten start to the tournament by defeating Sweden in the...
 
  Grind Session newcomer Caleb Holt had another impressive performance at the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup on Wednesday. The 6-foot-5 shooting guard, who recently transferred to Prolific Prep for his senior season, was dominant on both ends, helping lead Team USA to a convincing 140-67 Round of 16 win over...
 
  247Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein announced Wednesday that Prolific Prep’s Darryn Peterson will finish as the No. 1 overall player in the class of 2025 when the final rankings come out in May. The Kansas commit will jump fellow Grind Session standout and Utah Prep star AJ Dybantsa for...
 
  In a game that lived up to every bit of the hype, Prolific Prep edged out Long Island Lutheran 81-80 in overtime at the 2025 Chipotle Nationals, formerly known as the GEICO Nationals. The win marked a major milestone for Head Coach Ryan Bernardi, who earned his first victory in the event after two...
 
  The McDonald's All-American Game took center stage at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, showcasing the best high school basketball talent in the country. This year’s event was particularly special for The Grind Session, as four of its standout players were selected to compete in the...
 
  Four of the Grind Session’s biggest stars of this past season showcased their skills in front of a national audience Tuesday in the 2025 McDonald's All-American Game, leading the West team to a 105-92 victory over the East. Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Niko Bundalo, and Mikel Brown, Jr. score...
 
  A quartet of Grind Session players will be competing in the McDonald's All-American Game on Tuesday night inside the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. AJ Dybantsa of Utah Prep, Darryn Peterson and Niko Bundalo of Prolific Prep, and Mikel Brown Jr. of DME Sports Academy will be on the West team...
 
  The 2025 Grind Session season concluded with two thrilling championship matchups in Lawrence, Kansas, showcasing the best talent from the Power Conference and Revolution Conference. In an unforgettable night of basketball, history was made on both the men’s and women’s sides. Royal Crown Pulls Off...
 
  The Grind Session World Championship final four action at Haskell University in Lawrence, Kansas, did not disappoint, with thrilling matchups and standout performances setting the stage for Sunday’s championship games.
 
  The Grind Sessions Prolific Prep has once again solidified its status among the nation's elite high school basketball programs by securing a spot in the prestigious Chipotle Nationals for the sixth consecutive year. Formerly known as the GEICO Nationals, the National High School Invitational (NHSI)...
 
  This past weekend, Utah Prep Academy's gym hosted the final regular-season event of The Grind Session's 11th season, featuring four thrilling games that set the stage for the upcoming playoffs in Salt Lake City.
 
  Grind Session star Darryn Peterson of Prolific Prep has been named the 2025 Jersey Mike’s Naismith Boys High School Player of the Year. The 2025 McDonald’s All-American and Kansas signee beat out Five-Star Plus+ small forward AJ Dybantsa, Five-Star Plus+ power forward Cam Boozer, Five-Star Plus+ SF...
 
  The Grind Session made its way to Napa this past weekend, with games held at Napa Valley College from February 28 to March 2. The weekend was all about Prolific Prep, the top-ranked team in the Grind Session Power Conference, standing at an impressive 13-0 record. Friday Night: Prolific Prep vs...
 
  The 10th annual Grind Session Crush in the Valley showcase returns to Contra Costa College this weekend from Friday through Sunday. The three-day event will feature 24 teams from four states, 17 games, and an impressive list of Top 100-rated prospects in the ’25, ‘26’ and ’27 classes. Prolific Prep...
 
  The Grind Session is headed to St. Louis this weekend for three days of action. Darryn Peterson, the No. 2-rated prospect in the Class of 2025 and a presumptive lottery pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, headlines a field filled with future college and professional talent. The 6-foot-6 guard plays for...
 
  The highly anticipated matchup will take place on Saturday, December 7 at CFSB Center, home of the Murray State men's and women's basketball teams. Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM (Eastern). No. 1 AJ Dybantsa and No. 3 Darryn Peterson headline the marquee matchup AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson will...
 
  Day two of The Grind Session’s Toronto showcase brought high-level performances, close contests, and standout efforts from some of North America’s top young basketball talents. Here’s a recap of all the action. Prolific Prep Edges Royal Crown in Day’s Finale In the highly anticipated closing game of...
 
  Prolific Prep, Utah Prep, and Dream City Christian considered early contenders to challenge for the national championship Three Grind Session teams will begin the 2024-25 high school boys basketball campaign as early contenders for the national championship, having recently been ranked in the...
 
 
 
