The Hotbed Classic 7v7
Where Stars Shine First
For more than a decade, the Hotbed Classic has been one of South Florida’s premier offseason 7v7 stages — and the place where future college stars competed before the national spotlight found them. In 2027, we’re putting $10,000 on the line.
Varsity Grand Prize
Annual Edition
Divisions
Gardens, Florida
Where Stars Shine First
Before the college uniforms. Before the national spotlight. Before Saturdays became must-see television — they competed at the Hotbed Classic.
We built Football Hotbed to identify talent early, create opportunities and give young athletes a platform to be seen. The Hotbed Classic is where that mission comes to life: elite competition, media coverage and a stage built for the next generation. Some of tomorrow’s college football stars will be on the field in Miami. The only question is — who will shine first?
Cash · To the winning team
$10,000 Varsity Grand Prize
The biggest purse in Hotbed Classic history. One varsity team leaves Miami as champion — and walks away with $10,000 in cash.
- Winner-take-all varsity cash prize
- Invitation-only varsity field
- Covered by Football Hotbed, 247Sports & PMO Sports
Choose Your Bracket
Spots are limited and fill fast. Secure your team’s place early.
Varsity Division — Invitation Only
A curated field of the region’s top varsity 7v7 programs competing for the $10,000 cash grand prize. Invitations are extended by Football Hotbed — contact us to request a spot.
15U Division — Open to All Teams
The proving ground for the next wave. Any 15U program can enter, compete against top South Florida talent and get in front of Football Hotbed’s cameras.
From 7v7 to College Football
Some of the nation’s top talents competed at the Hotbed Classic before they became household names.
Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State
Keyone Jenkins
UCF
Javian Mallory
Miami
Fernando Mendoza
Indiana
Malachi Toney
Miami
Also on the Hotbed Classic honor roll: Dallas Turner (Alabama), Malik Rutherford (Georgia Tech) and Air Norland (Ohio State).
The Classic Through the Years
Champions, future signees and a decade of South Florida’s best on one field. Tap any photo to enlarge.
Game Day Info
When
Saturday, January 30, 2027
All day · schedule released to registered teams
Register for the 2027 Hotbed Classic
Varsity is invitation only. 15U is open to all teams. Lock in your spot before the bracket fills.
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