As Friday Night Lights regular season draws near an end, do not fear. The next valuable stage of your football career draws near. November and December mark the crucial time for you to expose your talent, your desire, and your passion to play for a 7v7 team in the Spring.
Why is 7v7 valuable to a High School athlete?
Skill Development: Year-round 7v7 football provides athletes with ample opportunities to hone their skills, from passing and catching to route-running and defensive coverage. The increased frequency of play allows players to refine their techniques and improve their overall performance on the field.
Increased Competition: By participating in 7v7 tournaments year-round, players are exposed to a higher level of competition compared to traditional offseason programs. Facing off against skilled opponents from across the Nation fosters a competitive environment that pushes athletes to elevate their game.
Team Bonding: Extended play allows teams to develop stronger bonds and cohesion, both on and off the field. The additional time spent together fosters camaraderie among teammates, leading to improved communication and teamwork during games.
College Exposure: Year-round 7v7 football provides high school athletes with opportunities to showcase their talents to college scouts and recruiters. Tournaments often attract attention from college programs, offering players valuable exposure and potential scholarship opportunities.
Please attend one or multiple of the tryouts in your area.
Prime Time Athletics (Wisconsin & Iowa)
Prime Time Athletics is a NATIONAL travel team that competes in only the biggest of the big tournaments. Multiple D1 Power 4 athletes are current and past members.
Tryouts:
Nov 15, 5PM - 8PM | FC United Soccer Club, Cedar Rapids, IA
Dec 7, 5PM - 8:30PM | OAW Indoor Sports Complex, New Berlin, WI
GrindTime 7 (East & West)
Formerly known as KS Elite, GrindTime 7 is the longest-lasting, most trusted 7v7 team in the Kansas / Missouri area. Organizations do not last this long unless they do things the right way.
Tryouts:
East (Shawnee Mission, KS) | Dec 6, 10AM - 12PM | Trailridge Middle School
West (Wamego, KS) | Dec 7, 10AM - 12PM | Wamego Athletic Complex
Game Changers 7v7
Game Changers 7v7 offers the biggest and best 7v7 experience for athletes in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas. Based in Fayetteville, AR, GC7 pulls the best of the best from all four states.
Tryouts:
Nov 16, 11AM - 4:30PM | TBD, Rogers, AR
TNT Ignite
TNT Ignite sends players to colleges all over the country. Programs like Central Michigan, Northwestern, and Iowa regularly pull TNT players. These tryouts mark your next HUGE step to getting exposure to those big-time Saturday programs.
Tryouts:
14/15U | Dec 14, 9PM - 10:30PM | Willow Hill Dome, Northbrook, IL
18U | Dec 7, 9PM - 10:30PM | Willow Hill Dome, Northbrook, IL
NEBRASKA SELECT 7EVEN
Nebraska Select 7 travels not just to compete but to WIN! With two opportunities to make the team, this program puts athletes on the path to serious exposure.
Tryouts:
Nov 30, 6PM - 8PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
Dec 7, 6PM - 8PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
Top City Most Wanted
In their second season of 7v7, 785 Top City Most Wanted out of Topeka, KS, combines high-character coaching with professionalism. Players quickly get on college coaches’ radars.
Tryouts:
Nov 1, 12PM - 2PM | Bettis Sports Complex, Topeka, KS
High Profile Athletes & Midwest Bucks
These two historical programs host tryouts in November. High Profile Athletes in Peoria, IL, and Midwest Bucks in Bloomington, IL, continue to build their reputation as powerhouse programs.
Tryouts:
Nov 3, 5:30PM - 7PM | Peoria Stadium, Peoria, IL (High Profile Athletes)
Nov 3, 5:30PM - 7PM | Peoria Stadium, Peoria, IL (Midwest Bucks)
Spirit Elite
Spirit Elite is an exciting team ready to make noise on the field this Spring while catching scouts’ attention.
Tryouts:
Dec 6, 9AM - 1PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
Pick City Elite
Pick City Elite is in the business of winning. Continually winning hardware every year, their players are consistently recruited by college coaches.
Tryouts:
Dec 6, 5PM - 9PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
5P Academy
5P Academy develops athletes across multiple age groups, emphasizing skill refinement and exposure to high-level competition.
Tryouts:
Nov 2, 10:30AM - 1:30PM | Sacred Heart Griffin High School, Springfield, IL
Nov 16, 11:30AM - 3PM | Lutheran High School, St Peters, MO
Dec 7, 11:30AM - 3PM | Parkway North High School, St Louis, MO
Elite Speed
Elite Speed focuses on athletic development and game preparation for high school athletes.
Tryouts:
Nov 23, 6PM - 8PM | Lou Fusz Athletic Complex, Bridgeton, MO
MN Grind
MN Grind provides competitive play for both girls’ flag football and traditional 7v7 athletes.
Tryouts:
10/12/14U Girls Flag & 10/12/14/17U | Nov 23 | TBD
15/18U | Nov 30, 8:30 - 11AM | Edor Nelson Field Dome, Augsburg University, Minneapolis, MN
NE Redwolves
Nebraska Redwolves develop athletes in multiple age groups, including girls’ flag football.
Tryouts:
10/12/14/18U | Nov 30, 9AM | Speedway Sports Complex, Lincoln, NE
Oilers
Oilers focus on skill development and competitive exposure in the Sioux Falls, SD area.
Tryouts:
Oct 12, 3:30PM - 5:30PM | Riverdale Park, Sioux Falls, SD
Sanford Sports
Sanford Sports provides a full range of age-group programs, including girls’ flag football.
Tryouts:
Nov 23, 6PM - 9PM | Sanford Sports Complex, Sioux Falls, SD
Dec 29, 1PM - 4PM | Sanford Sports Complex, Sioux Falls, SD (Girls Flag)
Sioux Falls Sharks
The Sharks develop youth athletes from 8U through 18U, including girls’ flag programs.
Tryouts:
Nov 23, 4PM - 6PM | Sioux Falls Dome, Sioux Falls, SD
Nov 30, 4PM - 6PM | Sioux Falls Dome, Sioux Falls, SD
T-Bird Elite 7v7
T-Bird Elite focuses on top-level skill development and competitive play for 12U and 14U athletes.
Tryouts:
12U | Dec 22, 7PM - 8PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
14U | Dec 20, 11AM - 12PM | Papillion Landing Fieldhouse, Papillion, NE
TOP GUN Chicago
TOP GUN Chicago provides elite-level exposure and competitive play for 18U athletes.
Tryouts:
Nov 15, 2PM - 4PM | TBD
Dec 6, 2PM - 4PM | TBD
Wiso Elite 7’s
Wiso Elite 7’s develops high-level athletes in Wisconsin across multiple age groups.
Tryouts:
Dec 14 | Milwaukee Yard Indoor Sports Complex, Oak Creek, WI
Wisconsin Eagles
Wisconsin Eagles offer top-tier 7v7 programs for developing athletes in the region.
Tryouts: TBD (details coming soon)











