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In a high-stakes rematch, Prolific Prep (CA) showcased resilience and skill Tuesday night, defeating the top-ranked Columbus High School (FL) 66-54 in Boca Raton, Florida. The clash of titans featured Grind Session Power 12 conference contender Prolific Prep, ranked #11 by Sports Illustrated, facing Columbus, the publication's #1 high school team. The game was a chance for redemption for Prolific...

Prolific Prep vs. Columbus: Elite Showdown at Florida Atlantic University Basketball fans, mark your calendars! On November 19th at 7:30 PM, two high school basketball powerhouses clash in a marquee matchup at Florida Atlantic University. Prolific Prep, the #11-ranked team by Sports Illustrated, takes on Columbus High School from Miami, the current #1 team in the nation. This game promises...

The final day of the Miami Grind Session event wrapped up with thrilling action on Sunday, as teams from across the country battled it out in both Power and Revolution Conference matchups. Here's a look at the standout performances and key moments: Royal Crown Shines in Dominant Victory Royal Crown delivered a commanding performance in Power Conference play, defeating Balboa...

Grind Session Miami Event Day 2 Recap: Thrilling Action and Stellar Performances The second day of the Grind Session Miami event at Miami Senior High School brought exciting matchups, standout performances, and intense competition. Here’s how the day unfolded: Grind Prep Dominates in Girls’ Revolution Game Grind Prep showcased its depth and talent with a commanding 75-33 victory over Bond...

Academy of Central Florida defeated Royal Crown of Canada 66-56 in the first game of the Grind Session Miami event at Miami Senior high school. Martay Barnes was MVP of the game with 22 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. Justin Roman and Shane Cherry added 18 and 16 points respectively. It was a close game until the...

In a rematch of last year’s overtime thriller in Miami, the Grind Session’s Prolific Prep will battle Columbus High School in an early season showdown of national heavyweights. Columbus is ranked No. 1 in SI’s national preseason boys rankings, while Prolific Prep sits just outside the Top 10 at No. 11. The highly anticipated matchup – which will feature a...

GrindSession star and LSU commit Isabella (Bella) Hines has agreed to a multi-year NIL deal with Jordan Brand, becoming the only active high school player (boy or girl) to have such a deal with the iconic company. The ABC Prep guard and 30th ranked women’s basketball player for the 2025 class (according to ESPN’s HoopGurlz Recruiting Rankings) will receive cash...

Chicago Prep vs. Fort Erie International Academy The day started with a highly anticipated matchup as Chicago Prep squared off against Fort Erie International Academy. Fort Erie dominated the early morning showdown, defeating Chicago Prep 87-64. Sqder Servilus was a standout, leading Fort Erie with 22 points. Fort Erie maintained the lead throughout, pulling away late to secure a solid...

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 the night, Prolific Prep edged out Canada’s Royal Crown, claiming an 89-81 victory...

Orangeville Prep vs. DNA Prep Orangeville Prep edged out DNA Prep with a close 72-71 victory in the first game of the day at the Pan American Center in Toronto, Canada. Noah D’Acre led Orangeville with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and a steal. Isaac Kenney contributed 11 points, 6 rebounds, and a steal. For DNA Prep, Jayden Robinson...

In his highly anticipated return to Boston, AJ Dybantsa showcased his skills on a familiar court, leading Utah Prep to a thrilling 79-71 victory over Highland (VA) at Emmanuel College in the latest Grind Session event. The matchup brought out fans from all over Boston eager to see Dybantsa, now a senior and a prominent figure in high school basketball...

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 MaxPreps National Preseason Top 10. Defending Grind Session World Champion Prolific Prep starts the season ranked No...

This past Sunday, Denver was the setting for an exhilarating day of high-stakes Grind Session basketball, where elite high school teams battled for dominance in multiple conferences. From nail-biting finishes to stellar individual performances, the action did not disappoint. The day tipped off with Iowa United from the Power Conference taking on Chicago Prep. Iowa United surged to a commanding...

November 2, 2024 - Manual High School, Denver, Colorado The Grind Session continued its Denver showcase with a full slate of high-intensity games that kept the crowd on their feet from start to finish. Held at Manual High School, the event features both men’s and women’s teams showcasing elite talent, with performances that reminded everyone why this circuit is the...

AJ Dybantsa made a strong impression in his first Grind Session game after transferring from Prolific Prep to Utah Prep, contributing to a decisive 85-58 victory over Balboa at Manual High School in Denver. Known for his stellar play with Team USA, where he earned two gold medals alongside teammate JJ Mandaquit in the past two summers, AJ’s skill and...