The Grind Session Power Conference is the premier tier of The Grind Session, an elite winter circuit for top prep and high school basketball programs. This invitation-only division includes 16 of the best teams from the United States and Canada. Teams earn their spots through direct invitations or a single-elimination Power Play-In tournament. Once in, they compete in showcase events across North America from November through March, with results tracked in a national standings table.
The season culminates in a postseason championship run. Power Conference teams first enter the Round of 16 and quarterfinals, which are staged in mid-March, followed by the High School Basketball World Championship later that month. These events draw national scouting attention and have helped launch numerous NCAA and NBA careers. Fans can watch matchups on Tanager Sports TV, as well as at in-person showcases hosted at various high-profile venues.
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AJ Dybantsa to Headline Three-Day Grind Session Showcase in Philadelphia This Weekend
Philadelphia will be the epicenter of the high school basketball world this weekend when rising hoops superstar AJ Dybantsa headlines a three-day Grind Session showcase at School of the Future (4021 Parkside Avenue) from Friday through Sunday.
Grind Session Washington, D.C. Event
The Grind Session made its way to Washington, D.C., for an intense weekend of high school basketball action at Wise High School. Teams from across the U.S. and Canada battled it out, with standout performances and thrilling finishes marking each day.
Grind Session Recap: Atlanta Showdown Delivers High-Level Hoops
This past weekend, the Grind Session brought top-tier basketball talent to Atlanta for an electrifying three-day event featuring some of the best prep teams in North America. From thrilling comebacks to dominant individual performances, the competition was intense, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. Here's a recap of the standout games and players from the event.
Three Grind Session Stars Tabbed as Naismith High School Player of the Year Semifinalists
Grind Session stars AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Mikel Brown, Jr. have been named three of the 10 semifinalists for the 2025 Naismith Boy’s High School Player of the Year award. They still have a month to make their case for the prestigious award, which will be presented to one winner on March 7, 2025.
Prolific Prep Edges Utah Prep in Thrilling Grind Session Showdown
In what might go down as one of the greatest high school basketball games of all time, Prolific Prep and Utah Prep Academy delivered an unforgettable battle at the Grind Session event in Atlanta. The two powerhouse programs met for the second time this season, and the game came down to a final heroic shot, as Prolific Prep secured a dramatic 88-86 victory.
Exciting Weekend at Duel in the Desert
Day 1 – Friday, January 31st
Colorado Prep 79, Albuquerque Prep 73
Colorado Prep secured a tough win over Albuquerque Prep, dominating the rebounding battle 58-27.
AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson Go Head-To-Head at Grind Session Showcase in Atlanta This Weekend
Top-ranked class of '25 recruits to lead their teams in marquee matchup of national powerhouses.
Grind Session Duel in the Desert Showcase Returns to Phoenix This Weekend
Darryn Peterson and Prolific Prep headline a field stacked with future college and professional talent.
Some of the country’s best men’s and women’s high school basketball players are set to battle in Phoenix this weekend (January 31 - February 2) when the Grind Session Duel in the Desert showcase returns to the Valley of the Sun.
The three-day event will feature 25 teams from 12 states, 29 games, and an impressive roster of the nation’s Top 30-rated prospects.
Prolific Prep Triumphs Over Rosemary Anderson in a last second thriller.
Prolific Prep came out Sunday afternoon confident in securing a victory over Rosemary Anderson and chose to sit starters Daryn Peterson and Niko Bundalo. Rosemary Anderson played hard throughout the game but ultimately fell short, losing 81-78 in the final seconds.
Dream City Christian's Dominant Victory over Albuquerque Prep
On the final day of the Crush in the Valley Grind Session event, Dream City Christian showcased their resilience and skill by bouncing back from a Saturday night loss to secure a commanding victory over Albuquerque Prep with a final score of 116-76.
Prolific Prep Dominates Dream City Christian in Power Conference Clash
The anticipation was palpable as two of the elite teams of the Grind Session, Prolific Prep and Dream City Christian, took to the floor for a highly anticipated power conference game. Fans and scouts alike gathered to witness the showdown at Contra Costa College, where the skill and athleticism on display promised an unforgettable evening of high school basketball.
Grind Session Crush in the Valley Showcase Returns to Contra Costa College, Jan. 24-26
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.
Sunday Recap: Grind Session Charlotte, North Carolina
The Grind Session in Charlotte North Carolina, showcased another thrilling day of basketball with multiple matchups that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Here’s a recap of the standout games and players from Sunday’s action.
Grind Session Charlotte: Thrilling Friday Night of Basketball
Harding University High School in Charlotte North Carolina, hosted a thrilling Saturday night of basketball at the Grind Session, showcasing some of the nation's top high school talent. Three games delivered exciting matchups and impressive individual performances.
Intense Action at the Grind Session in Paducah, Kentucky
This past weekend, Paducah, Kentucky, played host to a thrilling series of Grind Session basketball games that showcased some of the finest young talent in the country. The competition unfolded over three days, featuring multiple matchups that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Iowa United Tops DME Academy
Grind Session Recap: Friday Night Highlights in Kentucky
Friday night in Paducah, Kentucky, the Grind Session showcased some thrilling basketball action at the Strawberry Hills Pharmacy Arena. Here's a look at the exciting games that unfolded.
Mikel Brown Jr. comes to Louisville
Day 2 in Hawaii
Grind Session Hawaii Day Two: Thrilling Final Matchups in Hilo
The second and final day of Grind Session Hawaii in Hilo delivered thrilling basketball action, highlighted by dominant performances from top talent and memorable moments for local fans.
Day One in Hawaii
