Daytona Beach, Fla. – DME Academy wrapped up another successful Beach & Ball Classic, hosting elite programs from across the region and delivering a dominant weekend of basketball on its home courts. With several undefeated teams, marquee wins, and standout individual performances, DME once again demonstrated why it remains one of the premier basketball academies in the country.
Across all divisions, DME teams combined for an impressive showing:
- HS Gray: 2–1
- HS White: 0–3
- Prep: 3–0
- HS Regional: 3–0
- HS Gold: 3–0
- HS Blue: 3–0
- HS National: 1–0
Prep Team Earns Statement Win Over IMG
One of the weekend’s signature moments came from the DME Prep Team, which defeated IMG Prep 82–81 at the buzzer. Az’Juan Matthews, who was named Player of the Game, capped off a brilliant performance with the game-winning basket, finishing with 27 points.
Matthews’ heroics earned him a place on the All-Tournament First Team, highlighting his exceptional play throughout the event.
Regional Division Dominance
The HS Regional Team turned in a perfect 3–0 performance, powered by a breakout weekend from James Jenkins, who was named Regional Division MVP after averaging 21 points per game.
Six additional DME athletes were also recognized on the Regional Division All-Tournament Team, reflecting the depth and strength of the program:
- Brayden Makowski
- Roman Sword
- Bendeguz Vujity Zsolnay
- Beau Blocker
- Jaquan Rolle
- Wyatt Cook
All-Tournament Team Honors
Multiple other DME athletes also received major recognition for their outstanding individual performances:
- First Team: Az’Juan Matthews
- Second Team: Joshua Skinner
- Honorable Mention: Matas Siskauskas
A Premier Showcase on DME’s Home Floor
The 8th annual Beach & Ball Classic once again highlighted DME Academy’s commitment to hosting competitive, professionally run basketball events that bring together top talent from across the country. With strong performances at every level, the Classic served as another reminder of the Academy’s player development excellence and national relevance.
About DME Academy
DME Academy, located in Daytona Beach, Florida, is a nationally recognized sports academy dedicated to developing the next generation of student-athletes through elite training, competition, and academic support. Ready to elevate your game? Explore our program or schedule a call with our team today.
