HS Team(s)
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DME Academy (FL) [M] | Power Conference |
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DME Academy (FL) [W] | Power Conference (W) |
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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 7, 2025.
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 will continue their championship pursuit.
Royal Crown and Prolific Prep Claim Grind Session Championships in Lawrence, Kansas
The 2025 Grind Session season concluded with two thrilling championship matchups in Lawrence, Kansas, showcasing the best talent from the Power Conference and Revolution Conference. In an unforgettable night of basketball, history was made on both the men’s and women’s sides.
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 prestigious game.
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.
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, it’s clear that the Grind Session has become an international pipeline of elite talent.
Team USA: Five Grind Session Alums Fuel Dominance
Team USA is off to a 2–0 start in group play, powered by five elite Grind Session alumni:
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 not only excelling on the court but also positioning themselves as future stars of college basketball and the NBA.
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.
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 Session Championship.
Top Contenders
The top four seeds entering the tournament are:
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.
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 Stars Lead Team West to McDonald’s All-American Game 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 the West team to a 105-92 victory over the East. Darryn Peterson, AJ Dybantsa, Niko Bundalo, and Mikel Brown, Jr. score nearly half of the team’s points in 105–92 victory.
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.
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:
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. Brown's DME Sports Academy team from Daytona Beach Florida took on West Oaks Academy and beat them 73-63.
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 Peterson, Mikel Brown Jr., and Niko Bundalo, showcasing their talents on a national stage.
