Every year, the US Army All-American Bowl showcases the best talent in high school football at the Alamodome in San Antonio. It is a place where fans can get used to some of the best names in the country prior to seeing them play for your favorite college football teams.
The futures of some powerhouses like Notre Dame, Ohio State, Georgia and more will be on the field on January 3rd. This is where scouts and fans alike can see what their talented prospects can do against the country’s best.
The main focus will be on the players at the top of the 247Sports rankings. Currently, the number one prospect is offensive tackle Martez Ivey. There are a few trailing close behind like DT Trent Thompson and Tennessee commit Kahlil McKenzie, as well as Keisean Lucier-South.
One of the best things about the All-American Bowl is when players choose where to commit. There are at least ten players who plan to announce which teams and schools they plan on attending. That includes Ivey, who is expected to choose between Auburn and Florida, among other outside chances.
The game should be a fun one to watch. All these kids have a lot to play for. This is the last time they will be playing as high school athletes. There are 90 players going at it, 45 for the East team and 45 for the West team. They plan to represent themselves, their school and their commitments.
The average price for tickets to this game is currently $51, according to ticket aggregator TiqIQ.com. With so many trying to get a final look at these players, it is surprising that the tickets aren’t going for more. Family, friends, and fans who are looking to make the trip to see the best players in the country should make sure to check out Hipmunk.com for the best deals on San Antonio flights. You’ll also be able to find cheap hotels in San Antonio with rates starting for as low as $69 for the night before and night of the game.
As the bowl season winds down and all the college football programs close the books on another year, the All-American Bowl will be an opportunity for fans to see what the future may look like for several of the top teams in the country.
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