The First Annual Bridge of Hoops Invitational wrapped up with another strong showing from the American prep schools, as Prolific Prep and Southeastern Prep Academy (SEPA) both remained undefeated to close out the event. Twelve of the thirteen games featured U.S. prep programs facing European clubs, with the United States finishing with a 7–5 overall record in those matchups.
Southeastern Prep Academy’s CJ Rosser Jr. was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, averaging 21.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.0 blocks per game. Rosser’s consistency and two-way impact anchored SEPA’s run as one of the most dominant teams of the event.
The Star Alliance Picks Up First Win
After three tough losses, The Star Alliance finally broke through with an impressive 109–73 win over DNA Prep.
Ricards Aizpurs led the charge with 21 points, while Filip Mihal added 17 points and Giannis Odzebe chipped in 16 points. Sekou Diarra turned in an all-around performance with 11 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 steals.
For DNA Prep, Shameek Castillas poured in 24 points, and Jayden Robinson added 22 points, but it wasn’t enough to slow down the European squad’s balanced scoring.
Southeastern Prep Stays Unbeaten
SEPA closed out the tournament strong with a 72–57 victory over Olimpia Milano.
Beckham Black led all scorers with 23 points, while MVP CJ Rosser Jr. followed with 20 points and continued to dominate the glass. Rylan Kelly added 5 points and 15 rebounds, controlling the interior as SEPA finished the event undefeated.
Zalgiris Kaunas Tops Academy of Central Florida
In one of the more competitive games of the day, Zalgiris Kaunas earned a 94–78 win over the Academy of Central Florida.
Maksim Brnovic and Nojus Mistautas each scored 17 points, while Ignas Stombergas added 15 points for the Lithuanian powerhouse.
For Central Florida, Martay Barnes and Felipe Minzer both tallied 24 points, and Dominique Fisher contributed 16 points, 3 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals in a strong all-around effort.
The Star Alliance Closes Strong Against BC Dubai
Riding the momentum from their earlier win, The Star Alliance edged BC Dubai 76–71 to close out Day 4.
Ricards Aizpurs once again led the way with 24 points, while Rafael Stable Terry and Giannis Odzebe each added 11 points.
For BC Dubai, Lukas Kubala scored 20 points, and Ian Lazarevski posted a near triple-double with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists.
Top Performers of the Bridge of Hoops Invitational
• CJ Rosser Jr. (Southeastern Prep) – 21.7 PPG, 9.3 RPG, 1.2 APG, 1.3 SPG, 2.0 BPG (MVP)
• Dominique Fisher (Academy of Central Florida) – Dynamic guard play, showcased both scoring and defense
• Beckham Black (Southeastern Prep) – Key offensive spark, 23 points vs. Olimpia Milano
• Nasir Anderson (Prolific Prep) – Standout wing for undefeated Prolific Prep
• Bruce Branch III (Prolific Prep) – Strong two-way performer throughout the tournament
• Lukas Kubala (BC Dubai) – Reliable scorer, 20 points vs. The Star Alliance
• Sekou Diarra (The Star Alliance) – Double-double machine, 11 points and 11 rebounds in win over DNA Prep
• Samuele Miccoli (Olimpia Milano) – Italian guard showed high IQ and shooting range
• Ignas Stombergas (Zalgiris Kaunas) – 15 points vs. Central Florida, consistent all week
• Ricards Aizpurs (The Star Alliance) – Breakout scorer, averaging over 20 points on Day 4
With Prolific Prep and Southeastern Prep both finishing undefeated, the inaugural Bridge of Hoops Invitational successfully showcased elite talent from both the U.S. prep circuit and Europe’s top developmental programs.
Expect many of these players — including MVP CJ Rosser Jr., Nasir Anderson, and Dominique Fisher — to draw major recruiting attention as the high school and prep season ramps up.
