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February 2026 The 3rd Annual Grassroots 365 National Showdown brought together some of the top young talent in the country, as programs from Texas, Nevada, California, and Kansas battled in a high-level, competitive environment. With 19 nationally ranked teams in the field, the event delivered intense matchups, statement performances, and a clear look at the … Continue reading “2026 Grassroots 365 National Showdown: Vegas Elite Headlines Top Teams and Standout Prospects”
February 2026 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania hosted the 2nd stop of the Jr 3SSB Northeast Regional. Elite programs from Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC and Canada competed for Championship seeding. 14U Highlights 14U Gold Division: 14U Silver Division: Stock Risers 2030 Benny Federico | Guard | Wildcat Select (PA) Benny … Continue reading “adidas Jr. 3SSB Northeast Stop 2: Philadelphia — Stock Risers, Division Leaders, and Top Prospects”
February 2026 MVPs, Top Performers & Complete Player Ratings The Elite Basketball Circuit made its Northern California stop January 31–February 1 at Open Gym Premier in Oakland, California. Athletes competed for MVP honors, Top 5 recognition, and specialty awards including King of the Court and 3-Point Champion. 2030 (8th Grade) – MVP & Top 5 … Continue reading “2026 EBC Bay Area Camp Recap”
January 2026 The adidas Jr. 3SSB Southeast Regionals pushed forward despite freezing temperatures sweeping through Cullman, Alabama and much of the Southeast this past week. Cold weather didn’t slow the competition. Elite programs from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia showed up ready to compete. Follow along for more top content 14U … Continue reading “Jr. 3SSB Southeast Regionals Recap: Cold-Weather Battles, 11U–14U Standouts, and Rising Programs”
January 2026 Denver, Colorado delivered more than high-level basketball as the adidas Jr. 3SSB Mountain Regionals tipped off. With temperatures dropping to three degrees and snow falling on Sunday, elite programs from Canada, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington were forced to weather the elements before proving themselves on the court. Follow along for more … Continue reading “adidas Jr. 3SSB Mountain Regional Recap: 11U–14U Standouts, Team Results, and Stock Risers from Colorado”
January 2026 Grassroots 365 opened its 2026 Texas event series with the MLK Elite Showdown at the University of Texas at Arlington, bringing together more than 40 teams from Texas and Oklahoma. The early-season event served as a key measuring stick for programs preparing for the upcoming National Showdown in Dallas over Presidents Day Weekend, … Continue reading “Grassroots 365 MLK Elite Showdown at UT Arlington: Early Statement Games and Standouts Ahead of Nationals”
January 2026 Grassroots 365 opened its 2026 Signature Event Series with the MLK Classic, bringing high-level youth basketball competition to Anaheim and Ladera, California. The event featured 185 teams representing Southern California, San Diego, Northern California, Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico, spanning six boys age groups from 8U through 14U. With 20 total divisions, including highly … Continue reading “Inside the Grassroots 365 MLK Classic: Elite 8U–14U Competition, Standouts, and Top Programs”
January 2026 Phoenix, Arizona served as the backdrop for the adidas Jr. 3SSB West Regional II as elite programs from across the region descended on the desert with one goal in mind, securing position in the West Regional standings. 14U Highlights Rising Contenders – 14U Gold Division Rising Contenders – 14U Silver Division Stock Risers … Continue reading “Jr. 3SSB West Regional II Recap: 11U–14U Standouts, Rising Contenders, and Stock Risers in Phoenix, AZ”
2030 Jaylen Gridiron | Guard | Central Valley Legends
Jaylen is a quick, shifty guard who thrives attacking downhill and putting consistent pressure on the rim. He uses change of pace, body
2030 Jordan Smith | Guard | Corona Nation Jr. 3SSB
Jordan is a dynamic, downhill guard with advanced shot creation and a natural feel for when to score vs. facilitate. He consistently collapses defenses off the bounce, finishes through contact, and generates clean looks for
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