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Grind Session Review: Atlanta Men Bring the Heat, Daytona Women Bring the Statement

The Grind Session circuit delivered back-to-back showcases packed with rivalry renewal, elite guard play, overwhelming depth, and a national-ranking narrative at center stage. From “wow” moments in Georgia to an emphatic close on the home floor in Florida, the last two Grind Session events proved the heartbeat of the prep-basketball season is louder than ever.

Daytona Beach Day 3

Championship-week energy carried into Wednesday as Day 3 of the all-women’s Grind Session continued at the DME Academy home court. With Thanksgiving break looming and the season gaining momentum, the morning delivered the final two games of the event.

Grind Session Daytona Beach — Day 2 Recap

Day 2 of the first-ever all-women’s Grind Session event delivered drama, star performances, and wire-to-wire competitiveness from start to finish. Five games filled Tuesday’s slate at DME Academy, and each matchup brought its own storylines and standout moments. Here’s how the action unfolded.

Grind Session Daytona Beach - Women’s Event Opens with Elite Competition and Statement Performances

The Grind Session’s first-ever all-women’s standalone event tipped off in Daytona Beach with six action-packed games featuring some of the top high school programs and individual talents in North America. From defensive battles and breakout scoring displays to dominant performances by nationally ranked teams, Day 1 set the tone for what promises to be a landmark weekend for women’s prep basketball.

Final Day Recap – Grind Session Atlanta Closes Out with High-Powered Performances

The final day of Grind Session Atlanta delivered a fast-paced slate of games across both the Power and Elevation Conferences, highlighted by strong offensive showings, deep scoring contributions, and a handful of standout individual performances that capped off an exciting weekend of basketball in Georgia.

Day 2 Recap — Grind Session Atlanta Delivers Drama, Star Power, and Statement Wins

Day 2 of the Grind Session Atlanta stop brought high-level battles, breakout performances, and one of the wildest finishes of the season. Four Power Conference matchups and two Elevation Conference games kept the action rolling from morning to night, highlighted by elite guard play, dominant rebounding efforts, and a controversial ending that will be talked about for weeks.

Grind Session Atlanta Preview: Elite Matchups Take Center Stage Before Historic All-Women’s Event in Daytona Beach

The Grind Session returns to the Atlanta area this weekend for the second USA leg of the 2025 circuit, bringing with it a loaded slate of games featuring elite prospects, powerhouse prep programs, and some of the most anticipated individual matchups of the season. All games will be played November 21–23 at Saint Francis High School, the home of this week’s “Top Prospects To Watch.”

Top Prospects to Watch – Grind Session Milton, Georgia Showcase

The Grind Session rolls into Milton, Georgia this week, bringing with it a stacked lineup of elite prospects who continue to shape the national prep basketball landscape. From nationally-ranked scorers to emerging two-way specialists, this year’s field at Saint Francis High School is loaded with high-major talent—much of it already featured across ESPN, On3, 247Sports, and international scouting platforms.

Player Spotlight: Gigi Battle DME Academy (Indiana Commit)

In this edition of the Grind Session Player Spotlight, we learn about DME Sports Academy guard Gigi Battle —recently committed to Indiana Hoosiers— as she reflects on what drew her to Indiana’s program, how her family and high-level competition have shaped her, and how she’s evolving into the two-way player she aspires to be.

Weekend in Review – Grind Session Florida (Nov. 14–16, 2025 | Boca Raton, FL)

The Grind Session’s first domestic showcase of the 2025–26 season brought three days of high-level matchups, breakout performances, and statement wins to Boca Raton, Florida. With elite men’s and women’s programs on the floor—several with complete rosters for the first time—this weekend had the feel of an early-season proving ground.

Final Day Recap – Grind Session Florida Closes Strong in Boca Raton

The final day of Grind Session Boca Raton featured only three games on the schedule, but the action was packed with intensity, standout individual performances, and a strong showing from Florida programs. Four of the six teams competing on Sunday call Florida home, and the crowd at Boca Raton’s beautiful facility was treated to a fast-moving, high-energy finale.

Saturday Showdown in Boca Raton: Grind Session Florida Delivers a Full Slate of High-Level Hoops

Saturday at the Grind Session Florida event brought high-level talent, elite performances, and competitive games from start to finish inside Boca Raton’s packed gym. With six games on the schedule, the action ranged from dominant wins to late-game battles that came down to execution in the closing minutes. Here is your complete day-two recap from the Sunshine State.

Grind Session Heads to Florida: Pompano Beach Set to Host First U.S. Event of the Season at Highlands Christian Academy

After two international stops to open the 2025-26 season, the Grind Session returns to U.S. soil for its first domestic showcase of the year at Highlands Christian Academy in beautiful Pompano Beach, Florida. The three-day event will bring together a powerful field of prep programs—both men’s and women’s—featuring elite prospects, international standouts, and several highly anticipated team debuts.

Grind Session Stars Take on the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup in Switzerland

The 2025 FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup tipped off over the weekend in Lausanne, Switzerland and the competition is loaded with an impressive lineup of Grind Session talent.

Here are the 14 former and current Grind Session stars representing their respective national teams and hoping to raise the championship trophy on July 6:

FIBA World Cup

The stars of the Grind Session are taking center stage on the global basketball stage this week, as the FIBA U19 World Cup unfolds in Switzerland. With standout performances from Team USA, Team Canada, and now Cameroon, it’s clear that the Grind Session has become an international pipeline of elite talent.

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:

89 Grind Session Seniors Commit to Play College Basketball During the 2025–2026 Season

The impressive list is expected to grow in the weeks and months ahead.

The Grind Session proudly announces that 89 senior athletes from the Class of 2025 have officially committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level during the 2025–2026 season.

These seniors are headed to college programs that span a diverse array of institutions, from NCAA Division I to junior colleges, reflecting the Grind Session’s role as a vital platform for developing and showcasing top-tier men’s and women’s talent across North America.

AJ Dybantsa, Mikel Brown, Jr., and Ikenna Alozie Shine in 2025 Nike Hoop Summit

The best high school basketball players in the world took center stage on Saturday night at the Nike Hoop Summit. In the end, the Grind Session’s three participating stars in the men’s game – AJ Dybantsa (Utah Prep) Mikel Brown, Jr. (DME Academy), and Ikenna Alozie (Dream City Christian) – lived up to their hype.

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.

Five Grind Session Stars Set to Play at 2025 Nike Hoop Summit

AJ Dybantsa, Mikel Brown Jr, Ikenna Alozie, Bella Hines, and Nyadieng Yiech to battle this weekend in the elite showcase of tomorrow's college, NBA/WNBA stars.