WELCOME AEX RISING STARS

AEX All-American Rising Stars

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Let’s Get Ready To Compete — You Were BUILT TO COMPETE!

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AEX Flag All-American Rising Stars

Check In Below To Complete Your Official Athlete Commitment. This Step Confirms Your Participation And Ensures You Receive All Event Updates, Official AEX Gear, And Your Full Bowl Week Itinerary.

Let’s Get Ready To Compete — You Were BUILT TO COMPETE!

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FAQs

  • The AEX Rising Star National Showcase is a premier invite-only event designed to highlight the nation's top underclassmen male and female football athletes. It serves as a platform for potential future AEX All-Americans.

  • Athletes who are high school underclassmen (Grades 9-11) are eligible. Both male tackle football players and female flag football athletes are welcome.

  • Selection to the AEX Rising Stars and Flag Rising Stars National Combine is a prestigious honor earned through performance, potential, and character.
    Our scouts, in partnership with Expo Recruits, evaluate over 20,000 athletes annually through film, combine results, verified stats, and leadership qualities on and off the field.

    All AEX Combine evaluations are hosted by our official partner, SAC Showcase, and serve as the primary path to Bowl Week invitations.

    Due to the high volume of talent nationwide, we are not able to see every deserving athlete—so if you know someone who should be considered, we welcome nominations!
    Help us recognize rising stars by submitting nominations here https://www.aexshowcase.org/nominate or contacting our team directly.

    Spots are limited. Being selected means you represent the best of the best—on the field and in life.

  • No. All participants must receive an official invitation after being nominated and approved by the AEX selection committee.

  • The Rising Star Showcase will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, home to the Carolina Panthers, during AEX Bowl Week in December. Specific dates and venue details will be shared with selected athletes.

  • Position-specific drills

    1-on-1 Competition

    Combine testing (40-yard dash,

    shuttle, vertical, etc.)

    Skill competitions

    Media and branding opportunities

    Leadership and development sessions

    MVP Awards

  • Yes. While NCAA rules vary, film and data from the event are shared with college programs nationwide. In addition, media outlets and recruiting platforms will cover the event.

  • Yes! Female athletes will compete in combine testing, 1-on-1 filmed matchups, 5v5 flag formats, and receive evaluations from elite coaches and scouts.

  • Athletes should bring cleats, compression gear, and personal hygiene items. AEX will provide uniforms and performance gear. A full checklist will be provided before the event.

  • Yes, portions of the event will be recorded and livestreamed nationally, offering additional exposure for athletes.

  • Athletes will receive evaluations, and top performers may be invited to compete in future AEX Bowl events. All participants join the AEX National Watch List (Grades 9–11), shared with over 200 college programs nationwide. Top performers may also be considered for future AEX Bowl Week invitations.