Academy of Central Florida

Bridge of Hoops Day One: U.S. Teams Shine in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy

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 Bridge of Hoops Invitational: The Grind Session Crosses Continents to Italy

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.

Grind Session Standouts Shine at 2025 Pangos All-American Camp

Annual NBA-certified event features 120 of the nation’s top high school basketball prospects – and once again, Grind Session stars made their mark.

The Grind Session proudly congratulates seven of its premier athletes who showcased their elite talent at the 2025 Pangos All-American Camp. Held this past weekend in Las Vegas, the annual NBA-certified event features 120 of the nation's top high school basketball prospects.

The Grind Session stars who made their mark at this year’s invitation-only camp included:

2024-2025 Grind Session Men's and Women’s Awards and Honors Announced

Grind Session recently announced its men’s and women’s individual award winners and other honorees for the 2024-2025 season. Showcasing the strength and parity of the circuit, 23 different teams earned a place on the various listings and 10 programs saw themselves with at least one individual award winner.

Grind Session Championship Tips Off in Kansas with the Revolution Conference

The Grind Session Championship weekend kicked off with a thrilling first day in Lawrence, Kansas, as the Revolution Conference (Women) quarterfinals set the stage for an action-packed weekend. With the semi-finals on Saturday and the Power Conference semifinals also taking place, the road to the Grind Session 2024-25 World Championships is heating up. The winners of both conferences will be crowned on Sunday, and Monday will showcase the best of the best in the all-star games featuring top men’s and women’s players from the Grind Session.

Grind Session 2025 Final Regular Season Event

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 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.

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.

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 Daytona Beach: Day Two Recap

Day two of the Grind Session Daytona Beach event brought high-intensity basketball, standout performances, and nail-biting finishes. With teams from across North America competing, fans were treated to an action-packed day of elite hoops.

Royal Crown Dominates Hamilton Heights

In women’s action, Royal Crown of Canada crushed Hamilton Heights 81-40. The standout of the game was Eunicia Salgado, who recorded a commanding double-double with 24 points and 12 rebounds. Aisse Coulibaly contributed 11 points and 3 rebounds in a tough outing for Hamilton Heights.

Final Day Recap: Miami Grind Session Showcases Top Talent and Exciting Games

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:

Power Conference Team Previews

With the 2024-25 mens’ high school basketball season upon us, teams across the country and Canada, are gearing up for what promises to be a competitive Grind Session campaign. From perennial powerhouses to up-and-coming programs, here’s a look at key storylines and top players.