Final Score: Utah Prep 105, Elite Prep 63 Utah Prep delivered a commanding performance Friday night at the Grind Session Hawaii event, cruising past Elite Prep with a decisive 105-63 victory in Hilo, Hawaii. Eight players scored in double figures for Utah Prep, showcasing their depth and teamwork in a game that they controlled from the opening tip. Hometown hero...
Ft. Erie Holds Off Balboa in a Thrilling Finish In a Power Conference showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats, Ft. Erie narrowly edged out Balboa 68-65. The game featured dramatic swings, with Ft. Erie building a commanding 12-point lead in the third quarter before Balboa turned up the defensive intensity to stage an impressive comeback. Tied...
The opening day of the Grind Session St. Louis event, held at Missouri Baptist University, delivered an action-packed slate of games filled with standout performances, overtime drama, and exciting finishes. Here's a recap of the first day's action: Huntington Prep Dominates Chicago Prep Final Score: Huntington Prep 102, Chicago Prep 63 Huntington Prep showcased their offensive depth with five players...
JJ Mandaquit: Utah Prep’s True Point Guard and Leader on the Grind Session JJ Mandaquit is a 6'1" point guard from Honolulu, Hawaii, and a cornerstone player for Utah Prep's basketball program. Known for his leadership, toughness, and basketball IQ, Mandaquit exemplifies the qualities of an old school floor general who thrives in high-level team settings. As Utah Prep competes...
St Louis Missouri
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 Prolific Prep, which currently holds the No. 2 spot...
The Milwaukee Bucks secured a dominant 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the 2024 NBA Emirates Cup, showcasing stellar performances from their star players and strong team cohesion throughout the tournament. This marks the Bucks' first NBA Cup championship, finishing with an undefeated 7-0 record. Giannis Antetokounmpo Shines Bright Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks’ perennial MVP contender, delivered...
TyTy Washington Jr., a standout alumnus of The Grind Session, rose to prominence as a highly skilled guard with AZ Compass Prep in Chandler, Arizona. Washington's senior season in 2021 was a masterclass in leadership and performance, culminating in AZ Compass Prep defeating BFL Prep from Seattle, Washington, to claim the Grind Session World Championship. That victory cemented Washington's legacy...
Glendale Arizona
The third day of the Grind Session in Phoenix brought thrilling action and standout performances across the board, with teams displaying grit, skill, and teamwork in front of an energetic crowd. Phoenix Prep 88, AZ Compass 55 (Women) Phoenix Prep claimed a decisive win over AZ Compass, showcasing a dominant offensive display. Leading the charge was Dylan Swindle, who poured...
Glendale Arizona
Dream City Christian High School Glendale Arizona – The second day of action at the Phoenix event delivered intense matchups, incredible individual performances, and a blowout victory to start the day. Here's a recap of the day's games: Taylor Made Prep vs. Albuquerque Prep Final Score: Albuquerque Prep 100, Taylor Made Prep 53 The first game was a dominant performance...
Glendale Arizona
The Grind Session’s Phoenix event, hosted at Dream City Christian High School in Glendale, Arizona, kicked off with intense matchups and stellar performances that thrilled basketball fans. Here’s a detailed breakdown of all the action from Friday: Game 1: Eduprize Prep (96) vs. Albuquerque Prep (88) Eduprize Prep started the day strong with a hard-fought victory over Albuquerque Prep, 96-88...
Three-day event featuring 19 teams and 20 games will be headlined by Dream City Christian's Ikenna Alozie, ESPN's No. 11 prospect in the Class of 2026 The Grind Session is set to tip off this weekend in Phoenix. Ikenna Alozie, ESPN’s No. 11 prospect in the Class of 2026, will headline a field filled with future college and professional talent...
In a groundbreaking decision, AJ Dybantsa, the standout player for Utah Prep and a projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, announced his commitment to BYU this morning on ESPN. Dybantsa chose the Cougars over basketball powerhouses Alabama, North Carolina, and Kansas, citing a desire for a family-oriented program with NBA-experienced coaching. "I was looking for a program...
The wait is nearly over for fans and college basketball programs eager to see where AJ Dybantsa, one of the most coveted high school basketball players in the nation, will take his talents next. Tomorrow morning at 10:30 AM EST, Dybantsa will reveal his choice live on ESPN’s First Take alongside host Stephen A. Smith. Hailing from Brockton, Massachusetts, the...
In a game touted as the biggest matchup of the Grind Session season, Prolific Prep (#8 in the ESPN Top 25) edged out Utah Prep (#4) in a nail-biting 76-70 victory at the CFSB Arena at Murray State, Kentucky. The marquee showdown featured two of the nation’s top high school basketball talents: Darryn Peterson, the Kansas commit ranked #2 in...
Day 2 of the Grind Session event in Murray/Calloway, Kentucky, delivered intense competition and memorable moments. From buzzer-beater finishes to standout performances, the action kept fans at the edge of their seats. Here’s a look at the games: Game 1: Skyline Prep (AZ) 81, Chi Prep (IL) 76 In a tightly contested opener, Skyline Prep pulled away in the fourth...
