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Conference Focus: Grind Session Launches New Contenders Conference with High-Level Debut at Ridley College

St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada — November 7–9, 2025
The Grind Session officially ushered in a new era with the debut of the Contenders Conference, hosting its first session at the historic Ridley College campus in Ontario. Over the course of three days, teams from across North America competed in 45 high-intensity games, offering a deep look into the next wave of rising prep basketball talent.

Weekend in Review – Grind Session Toronto

The Grind Session returned to Toronto's Pan Am Centre in spectacular fashion, featuring three days of elite prep basketball with programs from the United States, Canada, and Italy. With buzzer-beaters, breakout stars, dominant bigs, and elite guard play, the event delivered on every level. Here is the complete weekend recap—now including the top athletes whose performances shaped the Toronto showcase.

Grind Session Toronto – Final Day Recap

The third and final day of Grind Session Toronto delivered a full slate of action—five games showcasing explosive scoring performances, dominant rebounding efforts, and competitive energy from start to finish. Here’s how Championship Sunday unfolded at the Pan Am Centre.

The Grind Session Heads North: Toronto Hosts Power and Revolution Conference Teams at the Pan American Centre

The Grind Session continues its global expansion this week with its second stop of the 2025–26 season, landing in Toronto, Ontario for a three-day international showcase at the Pan American Centre. Following October’s groundbreaking Bridge of Hoops event in Bassano Del Grappa, Italy, the Grind Session now returns to North America — marking its second event outside the United States this season. Although last week’s scheduled event in Jamaica was canceled due to Hurricane Melissa, the energy around Toronto is stronger than ever as both the men’s and women’s Power Conference take the stage in one of Canada’s premier basketball cities.

Conference Focus: Grind Session Power, Contenders, and Elevation Conferences Take Center Stage in Toronto and Ridley College Events

The Grind Session’s international momentum continues this week with two major events in Canada, featuring action across all men’s and women’s conferences — the Power, Contenders, Elevation, and Revolution. The premier Power Conference games will take place at the Pan American Centre in Toronto, while the Contenders Conference tips off its inaugural event at Ridley College, marking a massive weekend for prep basketball across North America.

Grind Session Stars Shine Bright at the 2025 Nike Hoops Summit

The 2025 Nike Hoops Summit lit up the Moda Center—home of the Portland Trail Blazers—with an unforgettable night of elite-level basketball and standout performances by some of Grind Session’s brightest stars. This year’s event saw five Grind Session athletes take the court, representing both the USA and World teams across the mens’ and womens’ games.

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.

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.

Exciting final day in Denver

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.

Grind Session Day 2 Recap: Denver Showcase Brings Out High-Flying Action

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 premier stage for up-and-coming basketball stars. Here’s a recap of all the action from Day 2.