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DME Academy trains elite athletes in Daytona Beach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 3:23 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

DME Academy trains elite athletes in Daytona Beach

Summary

DME Academy in Daytona Beach has gained recognition as a leading training destination for elite athletes, particularly in basketball. Founded in 2015 by Mike and Dan Panaggio, its focus has shifted from marketing to developing top-tier sports talent, sending many high schoolers to Division I programs. The academy currently enrolls 287 students from various locations, supported by global partnerships and expanded sports programs including soccer, golf, volleyball, and baseball. Recent achievements include the girls national basketball team claiming a championship in 2026, exemplifying the academy's growing prominence in competitive youth sports.

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Key Details

•DME Academy is located behind Daytona International Speedway and the airport.
•The academy boasts 287 middle and high school students from six continents.
•Programs have expanded beyond basketball to include soccer, golf, and more.
•The academy has partnerships with Adidas and Elior for athlete support.
•DME's girls basketball team won a national championship in 2026.

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DME Academy's warehouses used to be for a co-founder's marketing business. Now they're used to train crops of Division I sports prospects.
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