DME Academy 2025-26 Outlook

[program_tooltip program_id='712489' first='DME' last=''] Academy in Daytona Beach looks ready to turn heads this season when I saw them at their Inaugural JUCO Jamboree earlier this month. Their roster is loaded with talent and depth at every position, and they dominated against two quality JUCO teams at this event. This group has the skill, size, and confidence to compete with anyone in the country. With a mix of returning standouts and new faces that have a roster that goes 10 deep, [program_tooltip program_id='712489' first='DME' last=''] has a real chance to make noise on the national level and prove why they belong among the nation's best. Here is a look at their National roster:    Sara made an instant impact with her length and poise. She kept plays alive around the rim and scored with a smooth spin move into a fadeaway off the glass. She caught everything in traffic and finished through contact. One of the top uncommitted 2026 prospects in the country, she showed why college coaches are paying close attention.     GiGi stood out with her confidence and control on both ends of the floor. She communicated on defense and brought toughness to every possession. On offense, she was a true three-level scorer who hit the three ball with rhythm and consistency. The Indiana commit looked every bit ready for the next level with her strength and body control.     Timani turned heads with her confident play and smooth jumper. She showed off her tight handles and created space with ease. Her deep range forced defenders to stretch out, and she hit shots at a high clip all weekend. Her quick pull-up and strong handle made her one of the toughest covers in the gym.     Trinity brought elite energy and efficiency every time she stepped on the floor. She locked in on defense, mirrored the ball, and closed out with purpose. In the paint, she finished tough. From deep, she needed almost no space to let it fly. Her shot-making and range were on another level as she went off with insane efficiency.     Tessa showcased her versatility and leadership all day long. She hit the baseline jumper on the move and worked the offensive boards with effort and focus. Her high release made her shot tough to contest, and her communication on defense and out of bounds plays set her apart. The recent UMass commit played with confidence and composure that lifted her teammates.     Sther brought power and intensity every time she hit the floor. She played with strength and athleticism by owning the paint on both ends. Her high motor stood out as she chased down rebounds and protected the rim. She blocked shots with timing and confidence which set the tone for her team defensively.     Mica showed great command of the floor and played with confidence from start to finish. She controlled the pace of the game and used a smooth change of speed to keep defenders off balance. Her deep three ball stretched the floor and opened lanes for her drives. She attacked the baseline with control and purpose and showed her craftiness as she side stepped her defender and drew contact.     Chikae played with confidence and a smooth rhythm throughout both games. Her pull-up from mid-range was automatic and she read fast break situations quicker than anyone on the floor. A high IQ hooper with a deep bag, she made smart decisions and created scoring chances with ease for herself and her teammates. The recent Penn State commit looked polished and ready for the next level.     Lorrie made winning plays on both ends of the floor. She used her length to grab offensive boards and extend possessions. On defense, she did a nice job hedging ball screens and disrupting the flow of the offense. She also showed good vision by kicking the ball out from the paint for an assist on a big three.     Sophia impressed with her strong frame and length that made her a matchup problem. She stretched the floor with her smooth three-point shot and showed confidence every time she let it fly. She rebounded the ball well and stayed active on both ends. The recent Iona commit brought versatility and toughness that will translate to the next level.

DME Academy in Daytona Beach looks ready to turn heads this season when I saw them at their Inaugural JUCO Jamboree earlier this month. Their roster is loaded with talent and depth at every position, and they dominated against two quality JUCO teams at this event. This group has the skill, size, and confidence to compete with anyone in the country. With a mix of returning standouts and new faces that have a roster that goes 10 deep, DME has a real chance to make noise on the national level and prove why they belong among the nation's best. Here is a look at their National roster: