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10th Annual National Middle School Showcase & Future 4

The 10th National Middle School Invitational Showcase presented by Football Hotbed is hosting its LEGACY event and we couldn’t be more excited about our annual gathering on one of the nation’s largest exposure platforms, Football Hotbed dot com. It all started with our Future 4 quarterback competition in 2015 and expanded to include skill players and competition on a college campus in 2016 at the University of Miami. In 2017, with the addition of the 8th-grade class of 2021, the event was now complete and included every athlete on the field (except specialists) as linemen were added to the two-day showcase camp. There is no other camp like it in the country.

What makes our event special is getting middle school kids to work out in front of college coaches without older prospects around. This focuses solely on them and allows their talents to take center stage.  Because National Middle School Invitational Showcase participants come from all over the country, being elite on this platform can come with a boatload of opportunities afterward.

This year we will be hosting our camp at a college campus on Day 1 as always and at a local high school on Day two. It will be in Coral Gables, FL on June 13 at the University of Miami on day one and at local high school in the Fort Lauderdale, FL metro area on day two on June 14, 2024.  

This event has launched dozens of careers and provided college football resumes for some top names. The first year of the Future 4 produced three Division One players in the Top 4 of the 2019 class.  Overall, 16/32 quarterbacks in the class of 2019 went on to play Division 1 football. The MVP, Spencer Rattler is about to enter the NFL draft, fresh off being name the Senior Bowl MVP after a great career at the University of South Carolina (via Oklahoma), runner-up Griffin Helm is a graduate of New Hampshire (played WR) and Dalen Menard is finishing up at New Haven college after stops at Boston College and Bowling Green.

All were on full athletic scholarships and all at the Division I level.

Just a few short months ago, Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, a Future 4 bloodline member won a national championship as the starting quarterback.  McCarthy came to the University of Miami and was a Future 4 finalist during his 8th grade year.  He and Rattler could be the first ever draft picks from alumni of our prestigious event.

  • J.J. McCarthy, University of Michigan during his 8th grade year. A future 4 finalist
  • J.J. McCarthy competing at the National HS Showcase at the University of Miami in 8th Grade
  • J.J. McCarthy during the Future 4 Finals competition
  • McCarthy leads Michigan to a Rose Bowl victory over Alabama
  • Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) celebrates the win at the College Football Playoff championship game at NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday, Jan. 8, 2024. Michigan won their first national title since 1997, topping Washington, 34-13.
  • 2027 Judah Lancaster MVP
  • 2027 QB J MVP
  • Jai Jones earned a U of A offer at 9th Annual Event
  • Arizona Director of Player Personel
  • National Middle School Invitational Showcase
  • Football Hotbed at Gerogia Tech
  • Hotbed World on 3…1.2..3.. Hotbed World!
  • Drew Phillips, Director of the Future 4 QB competition
  • Georgia Tech played host for two years
  • Future 4 QB Test
  • Coach Drew Phillips tallhying scores
  • National Middle School Showcase Athletes on the Field at Tech
  • Jacorey Brooks, Louisville via Alabama
  • Malilk Rutherford, Georgia Tech
  • Nick Vattiato, Middle Tennesee State
  • Taron Diggins, Western Carolina
  • Kimari Robinson, Duke
  • Anthony Colandrea, Univeristy of Virginia
  • Champ Harris, West Point (Army)
  • Conrad Hussey, Florida State
  • Colin Hurst, Presbyterian
 

 

74 Comments

  3. jimmy buttrey

    You need to come do a combine in the upstate of SC. I have 14 rising 8th grades 5’9 to 6’3 on one team!! Glenview Middle School Anderson,SC.

  7. julian

    You need to check out the palm bay rockets junior midget team…they are undefeated and have not been scored on all season, and have not had 40 yards put on them all season with every team combined…there are at least five All American scholars as well on team who would make a great addition to the All American game

  10. Thomas Nytko

    Hello my son Damian is interested it playing in your national team. He is 5′-7-1/2″ 148 lbs. He plays OLB,Wing,Kicker. He has been to two Regional Atlanta camps and went to top gun this year. He also made the south Atlanta National team, Nfftd All Star team and DMAXX All-American Game. Below is a link to his Youtube account and his Hudl account. If possible it would be deeply appreciated if you can review his film to see if he would be a fit. Thank you for your time.

    http://m.youtube.com/user/TNYTKO?desktop_uri=%252Fuser%252FTNYTKO

    http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GxT_JGpNc6w

    http://www.hudl.com/athlete/4175910/highlights

  17. SO CAL

    Why is I.E DUCKS 14u, ranked 7th in the nation has anyone seen these kids play, went undefeated all season, gave up maybe 10 pts scored 350 plus pts. super fast team from so cal. look out kids this team 4real.

  18. Jordan grant

    Yes we like info about this game, interest about getting in. Jordan a very good player who wants to play against the best, he is in the eight grade at Oglethorpe charter school which just won the middle school championship. He’s the qb and lb on the team as well as team captain. stats passing 25/35 525yd 8td 2int rushing 30car 410yds 10td coach Derek perry and Kenny mutcherson

  19. Roy whitney

    Hi my name is roy whitney I am a 8th grade football athlete at no River middle school I also played for a travel team call the spotsy Ducks . I play receiver tight end. I am 5’8 and 125 pounds. I feel that I can be verry useful to your team. You recently recruited my teammate bear Sulivan and he told me I have to check u guys out so please shoot me an email telling me what I need to do to get your attention and i will be glad to do it. Thank you.

  20. Lacarea Pleasant-Johnson "The Tin Man"

    It is truly an honor to be selected as an All American. Coming out of Phoenix, AZ I play my best as a distinguished man of “Valor” on my community Football team. V=value A=achieve L=lead O=overcome R=respect is what we represent! This is dedicated to my mother, my family and my Valor coaches and team. Thank you Hotbed!!!!

  22. Lois Jones

    My son was given a “golden ticket” for his performance in The Kings of the South tournament, which his team The West Melbourne Cowboys won last night. We were told that this ticket gives our son the chance to try out for the Hotbed All American team that will be playing in Jacksonville, Jan. 3, 2015. We are not sure of this information. Is this a ticket to the game, or is it indeed an invitation to try out for the team? Who do we contact for information?

  23. Carey - Orrison- Nobles

    My son Jake Nobles was given a ticket at the King of the South Tournament Merritt Island Mustangs, which we won. We have reserved our hotel, but can’t find where to pay the 150.00. Can you please direct me.

    Thank you

  26. Janorris Robertson

    I am so honored to have a chance to play a hotbed games .
    I am currently in 8th Grade I am 6’1 and 180 pounds. I am all-around athlete and all-around student , that have dreams of becoming something great . I am able to play more than one position , but mainly I am a (De) & (Wr) that is willing to do anything to reach my dreams and goals in life . thank you’ll for letting me have the Chance to play in the ALL American Bowl game in Jacksonville Florida

  28. Yilka Ferrera

    I am interested in these games for my 13 year old son. He is in 7th grade and weighs in at 166 lbs. He currently played in the FBU games on the Dade County team as a starter on the offensive and defensive line. He is a dedicated player that spends every day working on skills and training. We are willing to attend any and all camps and travel if necessary. Thank you

  31. Stephanie Hernandez

    My son is 12 years old. He plays for Orange Chiefs Pop Warner. He is a runningback. I wont talk about how great and how much heart he plays with… you will have to see for yourself 🙂 Thank you for your time.

  33. Marco Lopez

    I sent you a email and would be honored to play in your All American game.I am Marco Lopez from Bakersfield California.I am currently in 8th grade 5’9 143 pounds.I play for The Irish for Golden Empire Youth Football (GEYF). Wouldn be honored and check out some of my highlights this year only in week 5.There are 3 games check out all highlights please.Missing 2 games but in those 2 I had in each 1touch down,1 interception and over 120+ yards rushing each game.

  39. Herbert Barber

    How do I submit my son Herbie Barber IV for consideration as a Punter/Kicker. He has been p/K for 4 years now. He has been the only one in his last three leauge that punts with 4.5 second hang time on punts, 40 – 50 yard punts, pins opponents with in thier 20 yard line consistently, does P.A.T.’s and field qoals longest right now is 31 yards. He is also the two time greater Los Angeles NFLPPK champion and going for three peat next week.

  41. Summer Hooten

    I would like to nominate my son! He is 166lbs & 5’7. He is an 8th grader. He plays for Pop Warner in Boca. He is a lineman both offensive and defensive. He just finished his fifth season of football and is such a hardworker & team player. Last week he was name All American Academic with a perfect score of 100% and also won the one of two scholarships given out for the Greater Miami Pop Warner league. He understands the importance of hardwork on and off of the field. Look forward to hearing from you. This would be an amazing experience for him.

  42. Anthony Ellis

    Andrew Ellis, 5’4″, 126 lbs, RB/CB/S (Tampa, FL) is locked in for the Jupiter Hotbed game. Can’t wait to see how he does against some of the best talent around! Thanks for the invite Hotbed!

  46. Joanna Weaver

    I would like to nominate my son, Calan Weaver. He is a 6’1″ 155lb 8th grader from Boca Raton, FL. He was a two way starter at DE and left tackle for the Boca Braves Jr. Midget team that made it all the way to the championship game in the Greater Miami Pop Warner conference. He had at least two sacks every game at DE. He has been playing football for five years. You can check out their highlights on hudl. Calan is a great student (nominated for Pop Warner Scholar Athlete twice) and a very coachable kid. He always plays hard every single snap. This would be a lot to him. Thanks!!

  47. WILL BROWN

    HI MY KID HAD AN ALL AMERICAN SEASON THIS YEAR. HIS NAME IS TRAY BROWN HE IS IN THE SIXTH
    GRADE. HE PLAYED MIDDLE LINEBACKER FOR THE CORAL SPRINGS CHARGERS 11U. HIS HIGHLIGHT FILM IS ON YOU TUBE ” TRAY BROWN 11U ” IF HE QUALIFIES EMAIL ME BACK

  48. henry landes

    6’3′ 150 center,13 yoa, plays de also, can call defensive fronts, blitzes, and blocking assignments, including hot and off calls, also long snaps on punts and field goals, I nominate RICHARD LANDES from the east Boynton wildcats 13u to to be an hotbed all American…shotguns without looking and changes the snap count on his own in wildcat or gun…oline and dline coaches will understand that last comment.. thnks for your consideration…..

  52. Antwon Johnson

    ***** Urgent. Ok now that I have your attention I would like to nominate Javance Johnson. He is a 5’5″ 110LBS Polynesian and African American 11 year old quarterback. He is a honor role student with a great positive attitude. He has been a starting quarter since the age of 5, developing every year and earning MVP the last 4 seasons in a row. He is a dual threat QB with great down field vision and precise decision making. He can go under center or shotgun. Off the field studies film and practices techniques to look off safety’s and read defensive coverages.

    Javance has worked very hard on an off the field to make his self a better QB, however, he is still underrated. We think hotbed will give him a great opportunity to showcase his talent.

  53. John Rodriguez

    I am a youth football coach in the xtreme league in miami florida and would like to nominate Julian Rodriguez Qb/Ath. He has won Championships from multiple leagues and is a proven leader and winner on and off the field. Hands down most talented,instinctive and knowledgeable football player with a very high football IQ. Class of 2021 Thank you ,coach John

    1. BJ Eashmond

      Brian Eashmond DE FB. Hgt 5,2. Age 11 Team:North Houston Gators , Houston FBU 6th grade 152lbs ab honor role. over 300 yrds rushing 5 sacks 14.5 tackles One of the best in snoop league

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