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Tuesday, January 19, 2027 | 8:00 PM | Miami, FloridaWant to work in professional football? Get in the room with the people who do.
The American Bowl is quickly becoming a premier destination for college football prospects and the professionals evaluating the next generation of NFL talent.
The inaugural 2026 American Bowl brought together 32 NFL teams, 261 NFL and CFL scouts, 11 NFL Draft picks, and more than 70 NFL free-agent signings. Broadcast nationally on NFL Network, the event has established itself as an important showcase for aspiring professional football players.
Now, the 2nd Annual American Bowl returns to Miami in January 2027, and Sports Management Worldwide (SMWW) is bringing together some of the biggest names in football for an exclusive networking opportunity.
Whether you're pursuing a career in scouting, player personnel, sports agency, coaching, media, or football operations, this is your chance to make connections that could help shape your future in professional football.
SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet | $50
Tuesday, January 19, 2027 | 8:00 PM
Your next career opportunity could begin with one conversation.
Join SMWW founder Dr. Lynn Lashbrook and an incredible lineup of football industry professionals, including:
Marc Trestman, longtime professional football coach and SMWW mentor
Brian Baldinger, NFL Network analyst and former NFL player
Ric Serritella, NFL Draft Bible
NFL Draft Bible Scouting Department
Nick Prater
NFL and CFL scouts, coaches, agents, and other football industry professionals
This is more than an opportunity to collect business cards. It's a chance to have meaningful conversations with people who know what it takes to build a career in football.
During the evening, you'll have the opportunity to:
Meet NFL Draft experts, NFLPA agents, scouts, and football professionals.
Connect with people working in scouting, player personnel, media, and football operations.
Hear how experienced professionals built their careers in the industry.
Ask questions, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insight into the business of football.
Build relationships that can extend well beyond American Bowl Week.
Your $50 registration includes admission, a name badge, and one complimentary drink ticket.
Location: Miami, Florida | Venue to be announced
Advance registration required.
Make the Most of American Bowl Week
The real scouting happens before game day.
The 2027 American Bowl takes place Friday, January 22, in Miami, bringing together college football prospects competing for the attention of professional scouts and personnel departments.
While fans focus on the game, football professionals know that the practices and evaluations leading up to kickoff are where much of the scouting takes place.
Attending American Bowl practices offers aspiring football professionals an opportunity to:
Watch college prospects compete in position drills and team periods.
Observe how scouts evaluate athleticism, technique, and football instincts.
Gain a better understanding of the player evaluation process.
See firsthand how professional scouting departments prepare for the NFL Draft.
Fans go to the game. Scouts go to the practices.
Practice schedules, locations, and access information will be announced as they become available.
For American Bowl game tickets, practice schedules, and additional event information, visit:
https://theamericanbowl.com/
American Bowl game tickets and practice access are not included with SMWW Meet & Greet registration.
Who Should Attend?
This event is designed for anyone serious about building a career in professional football, including:
Aspiring NFL and CFL scouts and player personnel professionals
Sports agents and aspiring player representatives
Coaches, analysts, and football operations professionals
NFL Draft analysts and sports media professionals
Students and early-career professionals looking to break into football
Anyone looking to expand their professional network in the football industry
Why Attend the SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet?
Access to Industry Professionals: Meet people working in scouting, coaching, player representation, media, and football operations.
Meaningful Networking: Connect with SMWW mentors, NFL Draft experts, and football professionals in a relaxed, career-focused setting.
Insider Knowledge: Learn about career paths, industry expectations, and the skills needed to succeed in professional football.
Career Connections: Build relationships that could lead to mentorship, introductions, interviews, and future opportunities.
Your Football Career Starts with Connections
Breaking into professional football takes more than passion for the game. It takes knowledge, preparation, and relationships with people already working in the industry.
For just $50, you can spend an evening connecting with football professionals who understand the business and the opportunities available.
Don't just watch the future of football. Start building your place in it.
Space is limited, and advance registration is required.
Register today!
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