COLLIER COUNTY • WEDNESDAY • JANUARY 6
NEXTGEN HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SHOWCASE
KICKOFF 7:00 PM • FC NAPLES STADIUM
A community All-Star showcase featuring selected senior football players from Collier County public high schools. The game celebrates the athletes, coaches, programs and families while creating one more opportunity for seniors to compete, be recognized and put quality film in front of college personnel.
$5
SHOWCASE ADMISSION
FREE
EVENT PARKING
FREE
COMBINE + PRACTICE VIEWING
7 PM
WEDNESDAY • JAN 6
GAME NIGHT • FAMILY + COMMUNITY INFORMATION
A LOCAL ALL-STAR EXPERIENCE BUILT FOR EVERYONE.
The NextGen High School Senior Showcase is designed to bring Collier County schools and families together. Game admission is $5, parking is free, and the public may attend the NextGen Combine and practices at no charge. Spectators must stay off active fields and remain on designated sidelines.
$5
GAME TICKETS
FREE
PARKING AT NSC EVENTS
FREE
PUBLIC COMBINE / PRACTICE ACCESS
INCLUDED
GREAT WOLF WATER PARK WITH HOTEL STAY
JANUARY 2–6 • NAPLES
A FULL WEEK BUILT AROUND THE SENIOR ATHLETE.
The Senior Showcase is the culmination of a NextGen week that begins with check-in and standardized testing, then moves into two days of practice and skills development before Wednesday night’s game.
SATURDAY • JAN 2
Check-In + Registration
Great Wolf Lodge Naples. Athlete arrival, registration, apparel, headshots, orientation and event preparation.
SUNDAY • JAN 3
NextGen Combine + Speakers
Open NextGen combine testing at Paradise Coast Sports Complex, plus education and speaker programming.
MONDAY • JAN 4
Practice + Skills Sessions
Football practice, position development, team organization and skills sessions.
TUESDAY • JAN 5
Practice + Skills Sessions
Continued practice, position work, skill development, team preparation and showcase preparation.
WEDNESDAY • JAN 6
NextGen HS Senior Showcase • 7:00 PM
FC Naples Stadium. Selected Collier County seniors compete under the lights. General admission is $5 and parking is free.
MORE THAN A LOCAL ALL-STAR GAME
CELEBRATE THE ATHLETE. SHOWCASE THE PROGRAM. CREATE OPPORTUNITY.
The Senior Showcase is designed to recognize the athletes and the high school programs that developed them, while creating a professional game environment and additional exposure for seniors continuing their football journey.
01
Collier County Seniors
Selected senior athletes from Collier County public high schools come together to represent their schools and communities.
02
School + Coach Recognition
Coaches, programs and communities become part of the story through interviews, promotion and game-week coverage.
03
College Exposure
Verified testing, game film, interviews and event promotion give seniors additional information and exposure they can use after the event.
04
Community All-Star Night
Families, teammates, classmates and local football supporters can attend an affordable showcase under the lights in Naples.
FOR FAMILIES • FANS • SCHOOLS
COME WATCH THE PROCESS — THEN SUPPORT THE SENIORS.
The NextGen Combine and practices are free to attend. Showcase Game admission is $5 and event parking is free. During combine and practice sessions, all spectators must remain off active fields and use designated sidelines and viewing areas.
SPECTATORS
Combine Admission Is Free
Parents and guests may watch the January 3 NextGen Combine from designated public areas. Please remain outside active testing stations and off the fields.
GAME NIGHT
$5 Senior Showcase
The January 6 NextGen HS Senior Showcase kicks off at 7 p.m. at FC Naples Stadium. General admission is $5.
PARKING
Free at NSC Events
Event parking at Paradise Coast Sports Complex is free for the Combine, practices and games.
HOTEL PERK
Water Park Included
Registered overnight Great Wolf Lodge guests receive water park passes with their stay, creating a built-in family experience around the event.
HOST HOTEL • GREAT WOLF LODGE NAPLES
TURN SHOWCASE WEEK INTO A FAMILY EXPERIENCE.
Great Wolf Lodge Naples sits beside Paradise Coast Sports Complex, making it convenient for athletes and families throughout the event.
Water park access is included with the hotel stay for registered Great Wolf Lodge guests. Families can enjoy the resort experience around the football schedule.
NEXT DOOR
TO PARADISE COAST
INCLUDED
WATER PARK PASSES
ON-SITE
DINING + ACTIVITIES
FAMILY
FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE
BEFORE WEDNESDAY NIGHT
TEST. DEVELOP. PRACTICE. COMPETE.
The game is only one part of the experience. The week is designed to help athletes establish a baseline, develop their skills, work with coaches and finish with a true showcase environment.
SUNDAY • JAN 3
NextGen Combine
Standardized athletic testing gives athletes verified numbers and establishes an objective baseline.
MONDAY • JAN 4
Practice + Skills Sessions
Players work through position development, team organization and skill instruction.
TUESDAY • JAN 5
Practice + Skills Sessions
The second practice day builds continuity, sharpens execution and prepares athletes for game night.
THROUGHOUT THE WEEK
Interviews + Recognition
Player and coach interviews, event promotion and media coverage help celebrate the athletes, schools and programs.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT • FC NAPLES STADIUM
PARADISE COAST SPORTS COMPLEX • NAPLES, FLORIDA
Paradise Coast Sports Complex • 3940 City Gate Blvd N, Naples, FL 34117
NextGen High School Senior Showcase • Wednesday, January 6, 2027 • 7:00 PM kickoff
FIELDS + STADIUM
Paradise Coast Sports Complex
Combine testing, practices, position work and both All-Star games are centered at the Paradise Coast Sports Complex / FC Naples Stadium footprint.
HOST HOTEL
Great Wolf Lodge Naples
The host hotel sits immediately adjacent to the complex, simplifying check-in, meetings, recovery, meals and family logistics throughout the week.
WEDNESDAY • JANUARY 6 • 7:00 PM
COME SUPPORT COLLIER COUNTY'S SENIORS.
$5 general admission. Free parking. Free public access to the NextGen Combine and practices during the week. Celebrate the athletes, coaches, schools and families that make Southwest Florida football special.