High School All American Bowl Frequently Asked Questions!

WHEN IS IT?
Saturday June 25, 2011 @  7:05 PM  John Gamble Stadium, Kings Mountain, NC

WHERE IS THE GAME?
John Gamble Stadium, Kings Mountain, NC

PURPOSE OF THE ALL AMERICAN BOWL
Provide quality football and educational opportunities for the players.

WHO CAN PLAY?
High School Seniors football players from North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia (Sanctioned by NCHSAA)

HOW DOES ONE GET SELECTED?
The players have been recommended by their coaches, football scouting bureaus and nominated by the All American Bowl Selection Committee and the Football Scouting Bureaus. These select players are being recognized for their outstanding High Shcool careers.

HOW LONG WILL I BE IN Kings Mountain?
3 Days 2 Nights  June 23, 24, 25, 2011

CAN I STAY LONGER?
Yes, Contact the Holiday Inn Express or Quality Inn in Kings Mountain, NC

HOW CAN I GET TICKETS?
ALL GENERAL ADMISSION, $10.00; Kids 16 -6 $8.00: 6 and under Free!) at the Stadium

BBQ at Stadium (additional Tickets $10.00)  575-322-2695

Practice Itinerary and Game?

June 2011

Thursday  23, 2010

11:00am                  Coaches Meeting
1:00pm                    Sign-In & Practices # 1 & #2 (Media) at  John Gamble Stadium
5:30pm                    Banquet
7:30PM                   Free Time with Family to enjoy Kings Mountain

Friday 24, 2010 

6:00-8:00am           Breakfast at Hotel
9:00am                    Combine/Position Challenge
10:00-11:30pm       Practice #3 at John Gamble Stadium
                                Lunch  at  Stadium
12:30-4:00pm         Practices #4 & #5 at John Gamble Stadium
4:10pm                   BBQ at Stadium
5:00pm                    Free Time with Family to enjoy Kings Mountain
7:30pm                    Conert in the Park- Cleveland County CVB Celebration

Saturday , 2010 

6:00-8:00am           Breakfast at Hotel
9:00am                   Walk-Thru at John Gamble Stadium 
11:00-5:00pm        Free Time with Family to enjoy Kings Mountain
5:00pm                   Report to Locker  room
                                 Warm Up
 6:30pm                  Team and Individual Pictures
                                 Announcement of Player
                                National Anthem
7:05pm                  2011 High School All American Bowl
                                Halftime Dance Magic                                                                                              

                                 Post Game Awards and Fireworks

*Pracrice #2 on Thursday is Set for Media Interviews

WILL THERE BE AWARDS GIVEN?
Post Game: MVP for both teams
Offensive and Defensive Lineman Awards - In honor of Mick Tinglehoff and Jim Marshall (Former Minnesota Vikings)

WILL IT BE BROADCAST?
Live Online Broadcast  (Play-by-Play and Commentary)
Highlights of the game will also be posted
The media is invited to attend all practice sessions and social events. Media credentials can be obtained by contacting the All American Bowl at 575-322-2695 and leaving a message with your name, affiliation and phone number.
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IS THERE A HOST HOTEL?
Yes, Official hotels of the All American Bowl.

Special All American Bowl Price is $79.00  Holiday Inn Express 100 Woodlake Parkway Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Family & Friends Discount: $79.00/night!   BOOK NOW Call the All American Bowl office: 575-322-2695  We have rooms held under our block the hotel is full.

Special All American Bowl Price is $59.00  Call Quality Inn 722 York Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 
BOOK NOW Call the All American Bowl office: 575-322-2695  We have rooms held under our block the hotel is full.

HOW ARE PLAYERS HOUSED?
Players are housed 2 per room

CAN A PLAYER STAY WITH A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER?
Yes,  to do this a Friend or Family Member must contact the Holiday Inn Express and make reservations for a separate room (you are able to use the Family & Friends discount though).

DO PLAYERS PAY TO PLAY IN THIS GAME?
NO,  However, each player is responsible for find a sponsor to cover participating in the All Star Weekend!
The Players sponsorship will cover:
Hotel  (3 days-2 nights stay)
Game Jersey    
Swag Bag
Combine 
2 Meals and Banquet (Meet and Greet)
Post Game Party

DOES THE SPONOSORSHIP COVER TRAVEL?
NO, but a player can get more than the required amount in additional sponsorships to cover travel. Call 575-322-2695 for more information on how to cover your airfare!                                                                     

Note: All Players are responsible for travel to Kings Mountain for the All American Bowl, including all practices and to the game.  Parent, friends, fans and coaches are welcome at all practices, combines and it is OK and incaraged for players to ride along.

Phone: (952) 854-341. Note: If you have special needs please contact us 612-356-2880.