America's Biggest Week in Football
Where Champions Compete. Where Futures Are Built.
NOMINATION ONLY
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Welcome to America's Biggest Week in Football
December 18–20, 2026 | Frisco, Texas | Home of the Dallas Cowboys
Experience an unforgettable week celebrating the best in youth and high school football. Bowl Week brings together many of the nation's top athletes, teams, coaches, and football enthusiasts to compete, showcase their talents, and perform on one of the sport's biggest stages.
Bowl Week Featured Events
U.S. Military Appreciation Bowl Game
All-American Flag Football Bowl
The National Combine for elite high school and middle school underclassmen
Youth & Middle School Team Tackle Championships
Club Flag Football National Tournament
All-American Cheer Program
More Than Just Football
Every athlete receives access to an exciting lineup of exclusive Bowl Week experiences, including:
- Opening Kickoff Celebration
- Official Media Day
- Breakout Sessions with Former NFL Coaches and Industry Leaders
- Pre-Game Player Party
- Complimentary Ticket to the U.S. Military Appreciation Bowl Game
SELECTION PROCESS
Invitation Only. Methods for Invite.
- Selected by local or regional scout
- Alumni of The National Combine, The Academy or Middle School National Championship
- Scouted at official national partner events (Signing Day Sports and others)
- Nominated (by coach, parent or athlete) for review by scouting committee
To participate, athletes must either be scouted by a regional director or submit a coach's nomination. Coaches can formally put players on the radar through the official U.S. Military Appreciation Week athlete nomination portal.
Been Seen at the National Summer Showcase this summer!
BE A PART OF HISTORY
America's Biggest Week in Football will feature the All-American Bowl with 80 of the best high school football players in the nation. The National Combine will be taking place at the Dallas Cowboys "STAR" Ford Center Stadium during Bowl week. Legendary NFL and College Coaches will be in Dallas to see all the Bowl Showcase Events including: the Bowl, the All-American Flag Bowl, the Club Flag Football Tournament, Middle School and Youth Tackle Football Championships, and the All-American Cheer program.
Help Identify Top Talent
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NOMINATE A DESERVING ATHLETE
Selection Process
The U.S. Military Appreciation Bowl utilizes a nationwide network of scouts, coaches, evaluators, and recruiting partners to identify and select the top football athletes from across the country and around the world.
Each athlete is evaluated using a comprehensive selection process that includes:
- Athleticism and physical ability
- Position-specific skills and performance
- Character and leadership qualities
- Game film and competitive résumé (when available)
Following the initial evaluation, athletes are reviewed by national cross-checkers to ensure consistency and maintain the highest selection standards.
Due to the elite nature of the event, roster spots are limited at each grade level and position. Once positions are filled, qualified athletes may be placed on a waiting list pending availability.
Athlete Nominations
Our national scouting staff evaluates and reviews approximately 10,000 athletes annually through live events, game film, combines, showcases, and trusted recruiting partners.
While our network is extensive, we recognize that talented athletes can be found everywhere. If you believe you have the talent, character, and work ethic to compete among the nation's best, we encourage you to submit an athlete nomination for consideration.
Think You Have What It Takes?
Nominate yourself today and earn the opportunity to compete on football's biggest stage in Frisco, Texas.
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