The Few, The Proud, The Selected

Manitoba’s Only International Youth Champion Football Team Established in 2015

Where Excellence Meets Global Competition. Our athletes don’t just play the game, they dominate it on the international stage, proudly representing Manitoba with unmatched skill, heart, and determination. This is where champions are made.

New Manitoba Selects National Circuit Program

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit is a premier youth football development program designed to give young Canadian athletes meaningful competitive experiences while building confidence, discipline, and football intelligence.

This program brings together elite training, national competition, and international matchups to create a development environment rarely available to youth athletes in Canada.

Athletes selected for Manitoba Selects demonstrate commitment, work ethic, and a desire to compete at a higher level. Throughout the season, players will train together in Winnipeg while competing against strong programs across North America.

The program runs May through February, combining structured development, tournament competition, and historic international games hosted right here in Manitoba.

Joining Manitoba Selects means becoming part of a team committed to growth, competition, and representing Manitoba football on a bigger stage.

The Manitoba Selects Experience

Manitoba Selects provides athletes with opportunities to grow both on and off the field.

Throughout the season, players participate in:

• Structured team training and development

• National and international tournament competition

• Historic exhibition games hosted in Winnipeg

• Travel experiences that expose athletes to new football environments

• Season documentation that captures the development journey of each athlete

This experience helps athletes develop confidence, teamwork, leadership, and resilience while competing against programs outside of Manitoba.

The goal is simple: build stronger athletes and expand opportunities for Manitoba football players.

AGE CATEGORIES & REGISTRATION

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit is open to athletes in the following age divisions:

10U Division

Athletes age 10 and under

12U Division

Athletes age 12 and under

14U Division

Athletes age 14 and under

These divisions allow athletes to compete against appropriate competition while continuing to develop their skills throughout the season.

2026 SEASON OVERVIEW

The Manitoba Selects season runs from May through February, combining development training with national tournament competition.

The season begins with early competition in the spring before expanding into a national travel schedule throughout the summer, fall, and winter.

Athletes will have the opportunity to compete in tournaments and showcases across multiple regions including the United States and Canada.

This extended season allows players to gain valuable experience while building strong team chemistry and personal development throughout the year.

Historic International Games in Manitoba

During the 2026 season, Manitoba Selects will host two visiting American teams in Winnipeg.

One of these matchups will mark a historic moment for youth football in the province, as a team from California travels to Manitoba for what is expected to be the first international youth football game hosted in Manitoba history.

These events help grow the game locally while providing Manitoba athletes with the opportunity to compete against programs from outside Canada.

Development and Training Environment

Throughout the season, athletes will train together in a structured team environment focused on long-term development.

Training sessions emphasize:

• Football fundamentals

• Position development

• Speed and agility training

• Team systems and strategy

• Leadership and teamwork

The goal of the Manitoba Selects program is not only to compete, but also to help athletes build the habits and mindset required to grow within the sport.

2026–2027 Manitoba Selects National Circuit Timeline

May

Grand Forks Tournament – Season Kickoff

Kick off the season with our first competitive tournament, setting the stage for athlete development and team chemistry.

June

Historic International Game – Winnipeg, MB

A California youth team visits Manitoba for the first international youth football game in Manitoba history, giving athletes a once-in-a-lifetime home-field experience.

July

Training & Development Month

Focused on skill refinement and preparation:

Position-specific development

Team practices

Film study and game analysis

Early August

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Tournament

Travel to compete against elite U.S. programs, testing skills on a national stage.

End of August

Minnesota Team Visits Winnipeg

Hosting the second American youth team ever to play in Manitoba, providing international exposure without leaving home.

Labor Day Weekend

Bloomington, Minnesota Tournament

Elite competition to continue growth and experience diverse game environments.

Mid September

Potential Exhibition Games

Opportunities to compete against top opponents:

South Dakota Miners

Dynasty Elite (Fargo, North Dakota)

Early October

Bengal Bowl Tournament – Minnesota

One of the season’s major showcases, bringing together top regional talent for high-level competition.

Mid October

Exhibition Game + Community Fundraiser

Supports local initiatives while giving athletes additional competitive experience.

End of October

Iowa Tournament

Continued national competition for exposure and skill development.

Late November

Las Vegas – American Thanksgiving Tournament

Premier U.S. tournament experience during the holiday season, offering elite-level competition.

Winter Break

Grand Forks Exhibition Game

Maintaining competitive play and team cohesion during the winter season.

January

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Tournament

Canadian travel competition to continue national exposure and athlete development.

February

Possible International Tournament

Opportunities may include trips to:

Texas, Florida, or Mexico

Payment Information

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit is a 10-month development and competition program running from May through February.

Athletes participating in the Manitoba Selects National Circuit receive a full development and competition experience, including:

Home and Away Game Jerseys (2)

Practice Jersey

Training/Workout T-Shirts

Team Shorts

Team Tracksuit

Team Travel Bag

Required Football Equipment (helmet not included)

Athletes will participate in approximately 120–150 hours of structured training and competition throughout the season, including team practices, position development sessions, film study, and tournaments.

The program also includes:

Organized travel planning for tournaments and events

Professional-level coaching and athlete development

Recruitment exposure and guidance for athletes looking to advance their football opportunities

Program Investment

To simplify the experience for families, the program is structured as one all-inclusive season investment that covers training, tournament participation, travel coordination, and the overall development experience.

$3,200 per athlete

In addition to the base program fee, each athlete participates in the Manitoba Selects Athlete Sponsorship Program, where athletes secure three sponsorship partners valued at $750 each.

Through our agency network and community partnerships, Manitoba Selects works directly with athletes and families to help secure these sponsorships.

This means the actual program value is $5,450, but families are only responsible for the $3,200 base program investment, while the additional value is supplemented through our athlete sponsorship initiative.

This approach allows athletes to learn valuable skills in community engagement, sponsorship development, and representing partners while participating in the program.

Payment Timeline Overview

An $800 non-refundable deposit is required at registration to secure an athlete’s roster spot for the 2026–2027 Manitoba Selects National Circuit.

Flexible payment plans are available upon request.

Total Base Program Investment: $3,200

Additional Sponsorship Value Per Athlete: $2,250

Total Program Value: $5,450

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Athlete Sponsorship Program

Each Manitoba Selects athlete participates in the Athlete Sponsorship Program, where three community partners support the athlete’s season at $750 per sponsorship.

Manitoba Selects and our agency partners help athletes secure these sponsorship opportunities through:

• Local business partnerships

• Community supporters

• Agency sponsorship outreach initiatives

This program allows athletes to represent supporting businesses while helping strengthen the connection between community partners and youth athletics.

Participation Commitment

Because tournament entries, travel logistics, and scheduling must be secured months in advance, participation in the Manitoba Selects National Circuit requires a full-season commitment.

Families will complete:

• Participation agreement

• Credit card authorization form

This ensures the program can confidently secure tournament placements and travel opportunities for all athletes.

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit — A $5,450 Program. Your Investment: $3,200.

Most youth football programs charge you for a jersey and a few local games. This is something different entirely.

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit is a full-season athlete development experience — elite training, national and international competition, professional media coverage, and complete travel coordination — valued at $5,450. Families pay a $3,200 base program fee. The remaining value is covered through our Athlete Sponsorship Program, where every athlete secures three $750 sponsorships with direct guidance from our agency team. We don't just develop your child on the field — we teach them how to represent themselves off it.

Structured development sessions. Position-specific coaching. Speed and agility training. Historic international matchups in Winnipeg. Multi-region tournaments across the US and Canada. Professional media coverage. Full travel coordination. All in.

This is the investment that separates athletes who wonder what they could have been from the ones who find out.

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