The Sports Journal

As Step Higher National Team approaches Year 3 of our international journey to Italy, we’re excited to announce some major updates that make this season our most impactful yet. Over the past two years, Step Higher has provided elite student-athletes with the opportunity to compete internationally, experience global culture, and build lifelong connections through the game of basketball. This year, we’re taking things to the next level. We’re proud to introduce a new head coach for our Year 3...

The 2025 Step Higher Preseason Tip-Off Classic  brought the entire Covington and Cincinnati basketball community together for a sold-out, high-energy showcase featuring powerhouse matchups, breakout performances, and unforgettable moments that set the tone for the upcoming season. With courtside seats completely sold out  and fans packing the gym well before the first tip, the atmosphere was electric from start to finish as four games highlighted some of the region’s most dominant programs...

— One Day, Elite Play, and a Hometown Homecoming Pre Season Tip Off Classic Athlete The Step Higher Pre-Season Tip-Off Classic  is back for its third year — and it’s bigger, sharper, and more electric than ever. On Saturday , November 22 at 3:30 PM , some of the nation’s most talented high-school basketball programs will clash in a one-day showcase that’s become a can’t-miss event for fans, scouts, and players alike. This year’s lineup features elite programs including Overtime Elite (RWE),...