Bassano del Grappa, Italy — October 22–25, 2025 — The Grind Session, the premier global platform for elite high school basketball, officially arrives in Europe as The Star Alliance hosts the 1st Bridge of Hoops Invitational at Pala Angarano in Bassano del Grappa, Italy. This historic event marks The Grind Session’s European debut—uniting top academies and power programs from across the globe in a showcase of international basketball excellence. The four-day tournament features elite-level play, professional broadcast coverage, and a shared mission to connect basketball cultures across continents.
Event: 1st Bridge of Hoops Invitational
Dates: October 22–25, 2025
Venue: Pala Angarano, Bassano del Grappa, Italy
Host: The Star Alliance
Presented by: The Grind Session & Tanager Sports
“This event is about more than competition—it’s about connection,” said Brian L. Clifton, Director of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships for The Grind Session. “We’re building an international bridge where players, coaches, and fans from both sides of the world meet through basketball.”
For over a decade, The Grind Session has been the proving ground for future NCAA and professional stars—including LaMelo Ball, Josh Jackson, TyTy Washington, NBA star Jamal Murray, and many more. Now, in partnership with The Star Alliance, the platform expands its global reach—offering international athletes an elite stage for exposure, development, and global storytelling.
| Date | Time (Local) | Match-Up |
| 22 Oct | 7:30 PM | The Star Alliance vs Prolific Prep |
| 23 Oct | 1:15 PM | BC Dubai vs Academy of Central Florida |
| 3:30 PM | Zalgiris Kaunas vs Prolific Prep | |
| 5:45 PM | The Star Alliance vs South Eastern Preparatory Academy | |
| 8:00 PM | Armani Milano vs DNA Prep | |
| 24 Oct | 1:15 PM | The Star Alliance vs Academy of Central Florida |
| 3:30 PM | BC Dubai vs DNA Prep | |
| 5:45 PM | Zalgiris Kaunas vs South Eastern Preparatory Academy | |
| 8:00 PM | Armani Milano vs Prolific Prep | |
| 25 Oct | 10:00 AM | The Star Alliance vs DNA Prep |
| 12:15 PM | Armani Milano vs South Eastern Preparatory Academy | |
| 4:45 PM | Zalgiris Kaunas vs Academy of Central Florida | |
| 7:00 PM | BC Dubai vs The Star Alliance |
COMMUNITY YOUTH CAMP
In addition to the main event, a youth basketball camp will be hosted by The Star Alliance on Saturday, October 25th. The camp will be open to players from the local community and surrounding regions, offering skill instruction, mentorship, and an opportunity to engage with visiting coaches and players. Further details regarding registration, times, and participation will be announced soon.
The Star Alliance (Italy) – Host Team Armani Milano (Italy)
Zalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)
BC Dubai (United Arab Emirates) Prolific Prep (United States)
South Eastern Preparatory Academy (United States) DNA Prep (United States)
Academy of Central Florida (United States)
All games will be streamed live on The Grind Session’s official YouTube channel (@thegrindsession) as well as through additional international broadcast and digital media partners. Fans, scouts, and media outlets will be able to access full game replays, highlights, and behind-the-scenes content throughout the week, bringing the Bassano Showcase to audiences around the world.
