DME Sports Academy

Daytona Beach, Florida

DME Sports Academy is the premier training and educational institution. Located in Daytona Beach, Florida, DME is dedicated to helping student-athletes unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Their unique sports academy in Florida offers a diverse range of programs for students in grades 6-12, including co-ed boarding and day school options, as well as post-grad programs. They also provide year-round camps, tournaments, team events, and specialized training for collegiate and professional athletes. 

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Grind Session Stars Shine at McDonald's All-American Game

The McDonald's All-American Game took center stage at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, showcasing the best high school basketball talent in the country. This year’s event was particularly special for The Grind Session, as four of its standout players were selected to compete in the...
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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...
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FIBA World Cup

Grind Session Stars Shine at FIBA U19 World Cup as USA and Canada Go Undefeated 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...
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Grind Session Charlotte: Thrilling Friday Night of Basketball

Harding University High School in Charlotte North Carolina, hosted a thrilling Saturday night of basketball at the Grind Session, showcasing some of the nation's top high school talent. Three games delivered exciting matchups and impressive individual performances. Game 1: 1 on 1 (94) vs. Colorado...
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Revolution Conference Playoffs Set to Tip Off in Lawrence Kansas

The stage is set for an electrifying weekend as the Grind Session's Revolution Conference playoffs take over Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas, from March 21-23. With some of the best prep basketball talent on display, this three-day event will determine who claims the Grind...
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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...
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2024-2025 Grind Session Men's and Women’s Awards and Honors Announced

The 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...
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Grind Session Stars Lead Team West to McDonald’s All-American Game Victory

Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Niko Bundalo, and Mikel Brown, Jr. score nearly half of the team’s points in 105–92 victory. Four of the Grind Session’s biggest stars of this past season showcased their skills in front of a national audience Tuesday in the 2025 McDonald's All-American Game, leading...
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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...
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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...
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Grind Session Dominates Top Player Lists for Class of 2025

The Grind Session continues to solidify its reputation as the premier platform for elite high school basketball talent, with three players from the circuit earning spots on the USA Today Top 15 High School Basketball Players and the ESPN Top 100 List for the Class of 2025. These young athletes are...
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Grind Session sends 4 players to McDonald's All America game

In a remarkable turn of events, four exceptional players from the Grind Session have been selected to play in the esteemed McDonald’s All America game this season. The game, which will take place on April 1st at the Barclays Center in New York, will feature Grind Session players AJ Dybantsa, Daryn...
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Grind Session Championships: Day 2 Recap

Day two of the Grind Session Championships delivered more intense matchups and standout performances as the teams battled for a spot in the Final Four in Kansas.
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Grind Session World Championship Final Four Action at Haskell University

The Grind Session World Championship final four action at Haskell University in Lawrence, Kansas, did not disappoint, with thrilling matchups and standout performances setting the stage for Sunday’s championship games. DME Academy Secures Spot in the Championship DME Academy took down Ft. Erie 60-49...
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Four Grind Session Stars Set to Take McDonald's All-American Game Stage: Time, TV, What to Know

A quartet of Grind Session players will be competing in the McDonald's All-American Game on Tuesday night inside the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. AJ Dybantsa of Utah Prep, Darryn Peterson and Niko Bundalo of Prolific Prep, and Mikel Brown Jr of DME Academy will be on the West team's 12...
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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. Five Grind Session stars have been named to the USA and World rosters for the 26th Nike Hoop Summit, which features a men's and women's game...
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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...
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Mikel Brown Jr. comes to Louisville

DME Academy 73, West Oaks 63 The local Louisville basketball fans packed the gym tonight to see the newest commit to coach Pat kelsey’s team Mikel Brown Jr. play in the Grind Session event in Louisville. Browns DME Academy team from Daytona Beach Florida took on West Oaks and beat them 73-63. Brown...
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Three Grind Session Stars Tabbed as Naismith High School Player of the Year Semifinalists

Grind Session stars AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, and Mikel Brown, Jr. have been named three of the 10 semifinalists for the 2025 Naismith Boy’s High School Player of the Year award. They still have a month to make their case for the prestigious award, which will be presented to one winner on March...
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Grind Session Quarterfinals Wrap-Up: Final Four Set for Lawrence, Kansas

Salt Lake City, Utah – The final day of quarterfinals action in the Grind Session delivered amazing basketball as four teams punched their tickets to the Final Four in Lawrence, Kansas Ft. Erie, DME Academy, Prolific Prep and Utah Prep. Here’s a recap of the thrilling matchups that determined who...
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The Grind Session

The Grind Session is the first-ever winter circuit of elite high school basketball events. In past seasons, our teams have played in some of the greatest and most unique cities across the U.S., as well as Canada, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico. From November to March over 300 action-packed games will be played. The Grind Session is more than just great games: it's an opportunity to prepare for the next chapter of your basketball career.

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