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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.

In what might go down as one of the greatest high school basketball games of all time, Prolific Prep and Utah Prep 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.

Day 1 – Friday, January 31st

Colorado Prep 79, ABC Prep 73

Colorado Prep secured a tough win, dominating the rebounding battle 58-27.

Top-ranked class of '25 recruits to lead their teams in marquee matchup of national powerhouses.

The two top-ranked high school basketball players in the 2025 recruiting class – AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson – will be taking center stage in Atlanta this weekend when they go head-to-head in a mid-season showdown of future NBA stars. The Grind Session hoopers play for Utah Prep and Prolific Prep respectively, the No. 8 and No. 7 teams in ESPN’s current national rankings.    

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.

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 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.

In a remarkable turn of events, four exceptional players from the Grind Session have been selected to play in the esteemed McDonald’s All America game this season. The game, which will take place on April 1st at the Barclays Center in New York, will feature Grind Session players AJ Dybantsa, Daryn Peterson, Mikel Brown Jr., and Niko Bundalo, showcasing their talents on a national stage.

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.

The excitement was palpable at Contra Costa College tonight as the Crush in the Valley event delivered a thrilling game between Rosemary Anderson and Prolific Prep Green. The standout player of the night was none other than Hunter Carter, who earned the MVP title in the first game of the Grind Session's Crush in the Valley event. Carter's impressive performance, marked by 20 points, 2 rebounds, 4 assists, and a steal, was instrumental in leading his team to an 85-68 victory over Prolific Prep Green.

In an electrifying matchup at the Grind Session, Albuquerque Prep secured a nail-biting victory over Rosemary Anderson with a final score of 81-80. The game, filled with intense back-and-forth action, reached its climax in the final seconds, thanks to the heroic efforts of Christian Gilliland.

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.

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.

Colorado Prep vs. Skyline Prep

The morning match saw Colorado Prep bounce back impressively from a rough outing the previous day. They defeated Skyline Prep 69-61 in a tightly contested game. Ulysses Webb and Josiah Sanders each scored 18 points, leading their team to victory. Abdallah Dia added strength to the victory, notching a double-double with 10 points and an impressive 15 rebounds. In a losing effort for Skyline, Josh Powell led the team with 17 points, followed closely by Jaylon Johnson, who contributed 14 points.

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.

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.

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