SELECT BOWL
Experience what it’s like to prepare, train, and compete like a U.S. Flag National Team Athlete.
USA Football's Select Bowl
The Select Bowl presented by Under Armour brings together the top rising flag athletes from across the country to train and develop their skills for the next level of national competition in front of U.S. National Team Scouts.
Athletes who join the National Team Development Program pathway and show out during a USA Football talent evaluation event can earn a spot on a Select Team to compete at the Select Bowl.
PATHWAY TO THE SELECT BOWL
The pathway to the Select Bowl starts for athletes at a USA Football Talent ID Camp, Official Sanctioned Tournament, or a GMTM Digital Combine, where athletes are evaluated to earn a spot on a Select Team to compete at the Select Bowl.
You must become a USA Football Athlete Member to be eligible. Your membership will also make you eligible for a Talent ID, Sanctioned Tournament, and the Select Bowl. All Athlete Members also receive access to digital resources, accident insurance, and more!
GET ON THE PATHWAY
Athletes who want to get on the pathway to the Select Bowl can get seen when they show up and show out during a USA Football talent evaluation.
TALENT ID CAMPS
Whether you're just starting, looking to find that winning edge, or ready to showcase your skills in front of scouts - your pathway begins with putting your skills on display at a USA Football Talent ID Camp.
SANCTIONED TOURNAMENTS
Competing in a USA Football Sanctioned Tournament, run by independent operators or leagues nationwide, allows you to showcase your skills against top athletes while providing more exposure and certified competition.
DIGITAL COMBINES
The Digital Combine on GMTM is your chance to get scouted for a U.S. National Team. Complete the drills from your own backyard to demonstrate you’re ready and capable to represent the United States on the international stage.
BECOME A MEMBER
Athletes looking to earn a spot on a Select Team for the Select Bowl must become a USA Football Athlete Member to be eligible.
Maximize Potential
Select Bowl
The Select Bowl is the annual championship event of USA Football's National Team Development Program, which helps athletes hone their skills and compete for unique opportunities.
Earning an invite to the Select Bowl is an incredible opportunity for athletes to compete alongside the top flag football players and coaches in the country on a Select Team.
Athletes at the Select Bowl compete in 5-on-5 Olympic-style flag football before U.S. National Team coaches and evaluators, where top performers can earn an invitation to the U.S. National Team Trials.
Event Highlights:
- 2 Days of Competitions & Championships
- Skills Competition
- Multiple Team Practices
- Team Building Activities
- Team Meetings & Walk-Throughs
National and Select Team personnel also work with Select Team athletes during the event to assist them with:
- Off-season Technical Training
- Physical Training
- Mental Performance
- Strength & Conditioning
- Nutrition & Hydration
- Rest & Recovery
THE SELECT BOWL EXPERIENCE
Athletes prepare, train, and compete like U.S. Flag National Team athletes.
Led by specially trained coaches, Select Team practices focus on skill development, improving strength and conditioning, and preparing athletes for the national stage.
Select Team athletes compete against the next level of competition, receive elite coaching, and are evaluated similar to U.S. National Team athletes.
As part of the Select Bowl, athletes will receive education on leadership, team building, and mental focus and find out what it takes on and off the field to #RepTheFlag.
During their time at the Select Bowl, athletes will work with professional staff and position experts to prepare for the rigors of national competition.
The Select Bowl competition play is a tournament-style format where Select Teams compete against each other within their age divisions to determine which team will take 1st place.
Every Select Team athlete receives USA Football swag and exclusive gear from Under Armour, the presenting partner of the Select Bowl and the official uniform partner of the U.S. Flag National Teams.
Watch a coach's take on how participating in the Select Bowl offers valuable experience and skill development advantages.
View a parent's story of the pathway their athlete took to making a Select Team and how the Select Bowl stands out from other programs.
See an athlete share their favorite Select Bowl moments and how being on a Select Team offers a chance to compete and develop their skills at the next level.
USA FOOTBALL SELECT TEAMS
USA Football offers more than 20 Select Team opportunities. Each team is led by specially trained coaches who lead flag football athletes in the Select Bowl.
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Get your USA Football Athlete Member to be eligible for the National Team Development Program. Plus, you’ll receive a Digital Athlete ID Card, accident insurance coverage, and more!
SELECT BOWL FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS
The Select Bowl delivers additional support and resources to parents, guardians, and their athletes.
The Select Bowl allows parents and guardians to give their Select Team athlete a chance to experience what it is like to be a U.S. National Team athlete.
USA Football is officially certified by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) as the National Governing Body (NGB) for American football. As the NGB, we select, train, and lead the Adult and Junior National Teams representing the U.S., including the 2028 Olympics.
Select Bowl offers flag football players from around the country a chance to train, compete, and be evaluated as part of the National Team Development Program (NTDP) and pathway to the U.S. National Team.
If you're interested in seeing more of the Select Bowl experience, check out the previous results and frequently asked questions.
SELECT BOWL FOR COACHES
Experience what it’s like to prepare and lead athletes like a U.S. Flag National Team coach.
The Select Bowl allows coaches to join the National Team Development Program pathway and become the next generation of coaches eligible for the U.S. Flag National Team.
Coaches may have the opportunity to mentor across different ages, regions, and/or genders, enhancing the development of both athletes and coaches starting at Talent ID Camps. These camps will allow coaches to demonstrate their skills to be evaluated for Select Teams and other USA Football coaching opportunities.
To be considered, coaches must become a Coach Member and complete the application process (spots are limited and final selection is not guaranteed).
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?
If you are ready to make a name for yourself, the National Team Development Program (NTDP) is here to help you take your game to the next level.
- A structured environment designed to enhance skills
- Direct exposure to USA Football and U.S. National Team personnel
- A pathway to potential invitations for U.S. National Team Trials
- Opportunities to showcase talent in both practice and competitive settings
From finding a competitive edge at a Talent ID Camp to earning opportunities to represent a Select Team or the U.S. National Team in the future, the NTDP can help you raise your game and profile.
The National Team Development Program and its Select Teams are an exclusive, in-depth experience where you will be pushed to your next level and exposed to National Team-caliber resources, development, and engagements. There will be a registration fee to participate on Select Teams.
If you are a parent or guardian of an athlete, you can schedule a time to talk to a National Team Development Program representative here.
If you are a coach or run a youth flag football program, you can schedule a time to talk to a National Team Development Program representative here.
The registration fee ($499) for the USA Football Select Bowl covers a high-level, all-inclusive experience to support athlete development and exposure. Here's what your athlete will receive:
- Game & Practice Apparel: Custom uniforms and practice gear are provided for all on-field activities.
- Exclusive Swag: A Select Bowl swag bag filled with premium event-branded items.
- High-Level Coaching: Access to professional coaching staff and position-specific experts to support skill development.
- Multiple Practices & Games: Athletes will participate in structured practices and competitive games against top talent from across the country.
- Scouting Opportunity: Every athlete will be evaluated by USA Football scouts with a chance to be invited to the U.S. National Team Trials.
- Elite Competition Environment: All events take place in a professionally run environment with a focus on growth, competition, and exposure
Athletes are selected for the team through a highly competitive and thorough process. Players are evaluated at multiple USA Football qualifying events nationwide, including Talent ID Camps, Sanctioned Events, and Digital Combines.
USA Football scouts and coaches observe athletes closely and select the top talent based on a comprehensive set of criteria. This includes not just football skills and athletic ability but also important traits like coachability, attitude, effort, and overall potential. The goal is to build a team of well-rounded players representing the best of the best across the country.
The age cutoff is 12/31/25, meaning whatever age the athlete is at this time is the division they will be placed in. For example, the age limit is 12 or younger as of December 31, 2025 to qualify for the 12U division. If an athlete is currently 12 and turns 13 later this year, he or she will qualify for the 14U division.
There are 4 teams per age group, each consisting of 12 athletes, for a total of 48 athletes per age group:
- 12U Girls
- 12U Boys
- 14U Girls
- 14U Boys
- 16U Girls
- 16U Boys
- 18U Girls
- 23U Girls
The most convenient airport for attending the USA Football Select Bowl is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). LAX is approximately 18 miles north of the event venue, Dignity Health Sports Park, at 18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90746.
- Estimated Distance: About 18 miles
- Estimated Driving Time: Typically 25–40 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
There is no specific team hotel; however, USA Football service personnel will send hotel links for parents and athletes to stay at a slightly discounted rate. It is not required for parents and athletes to stay at these hotels; you are welcome to stay wherever you would like.
All coaches will need to complete a coaching application and additional steps that will be announced soon to be considered for coaching opportunities throughout the National Team Development Program and Select Bowl.
Create an account and become a Coach Member to make sure you hear the latest on how to earn your shot to coach a Select Team! Coaches may coach other ages, regions, or genders to support opportunities and growth for athletes and coaches. USA Football is committed to providing quality instruction and resources to build the present and future of elite flag football.
While National Team coaches or athletes may participate in this space, the only camps that count as U.S. National Team Qualifying Events or that make you eligible for a Select Team are Talent ID Camps operated by USA Football.
USA Football invites around 60 men and 60 women to the Adult U.S. Flag National Team Trials. Approximately 36 boys and 36 girls are invited per division (15U and 17U) to the Junior U.S. Flag National Team Trials.
Athletes who participate in this year's Select Bowl will be eligible for the 2026 National Team Trials, which may have different participant numbers.