JAN 9–10, 2027 · MELISSA, TX
YOUR NEXT
OPPORTUNITY
Athletes chasing their next opportunity. Transfer portal. JUCO. Prep school. This is your platform.
Claim Your SpotReal Evaluation. Real Exposure. Real Opportunity.
WHO THIS IS FOR
BUILT FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF ATHLETES
The portal window is 15 days. Roster caps cut thousands of spots. More athletes than ever are competing to be seen, and film alone doesn't get you found. Whatever door closed on you, this event is built to open the next one.
NCAA Transfer Portal
Experienced collegiate athletes seeking a new program to maximize playing time, scheme fit, and professional development.
- Immediate Impact
- Exposure
Junior College (JUCO)
Top-tier talent from the JUCO ranks proving their readiness to make the jump to Division I and Division II programs.
- Verification
- Academic Fit
Prep School Football
Elite post-grad and prep prospects seeking final evaluation and data verification before collegiate commitment.
- Data Analytics
- Recruitment
WHAT YOU GET
FOUR ADVANTAGES. ONE PLATFORM.
We give athletes verified exposure, credible evaluation, and a platform to advance. Athletes don't just show up. They move forward.
Verified Evaluation
Combine-style testing and positional assessments led by professional evaluators. Measurable performance data, documented and shareable with any program.
Direct Exposure
Coaches and scouts have dedicated viewing areas and event data packages. Scouts show up in person. Programs that can't make the trip watch through live streaming.
NIL Readiness
On-site brand engagement sessions connect athletes with collectives and commercial partners. Build your NIL presence in a market projected at $2.4B in 2026.
Professional Media Content
Highlight reels, interview footage, and social-ready clips produced on site. The kind of content coaches and programs actually watch.
FAQ
COMMON QUESTIONS
Who is eligible to participate?
Next Play is open to NCAA Transfer Portal athletes, JUCO athletes, and prep school / post-grad athletes. If you are actively seeking a collegiate opportunity, this event is built for you.
What does registration include?
Registration includes full access to all combine-style testing sessions, positional drills, coach and scout viewing days, NIL activation sessions, and professional media content production including highlight reels.
When and where is the event?
The inaugural Next Play Showcase takes place January 9–10, 2027 at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium, 3030 Milrany Ln., Melissa, TX 75454 (DFW Metroplex).
Will coaches and scouts be in attendance?
Yes. College programs have dedicated viewing areas, with event data packages after. We also livestream the event, so your performance reaches programs that couldn't make the trip.
What should I bring or prepare?
Come ready to compete. Bring your football gear, cleats, athletic wear, and any existing performance data or film. Specific preparation guidance will be provided after registration.
Your Next Play Starts Now
Claim your spot in the inaugural Next Play Showcase.