{"id":539763,"date":"2025-05-22T16:22:06","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T16:22:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olympiajournal.com\/news\/story\/539763\/the-2026-gametime-senior-bowl-returns-to-ottawa-university-with-new-collaboration-from-phoenix-raceway.html"},"modified":"2025-05-22T16:22:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T16:22:06","slug":"the-2026-gametime-senior-bowl-returns-to-ottawa-university-with-new-collaboration-from-phoenix-raceway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.phoenixnewsdesk.com\/news\/story\/539763\/the-2026-gametime-senior-bowl-returns-to-ottawa-university-with-new-collaboration-from-phoenix-raceway.html","title":{"rendered":"The 2026 GameTime Senior Bowl Returns to Ottawa University with New Collaboration from Phoenix Raceway"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"font-style:italic;padding:8px 0px\">Top high school football athletes to be showcased January 9\u201311, 2026, in Surprise, AZ, through a new cross-sport partnership.<\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXcfHMMNptq-UlD70PA6x_f2mGbzw4UmklrFX5thPAtCF-ICZdw7ky_NTk5ssbwoJBJR0NAgyAgUoUQSqGIc3p3frVHPJ707cbsRTd3RemrK_3jBa_m5lBaLfh2V0c3xE8HSydjyWw?key=dY_drLOaBEn4EbyZzdc9FQ\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"397\" \/><em><br \/>GameTime Recruiting &amp; Consulting CEO Rodney Cox joins top 2025 Senior Bowl Standout athletes<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Surprise, AZ &#8211; <\/strong>The 2026 <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gametimerc.com\">GameTime Senior Bowl<\/a>, an invitation-only showcase of high school football recruiting talent, is scheduled to take place from January 9 to 11, 2026, at <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawa.edu\/ouaz\/home\">Ottawa University<\/a> (OUAZ) in Surprise, Arizona. Now entering its fourth season, the event brings together 60 standout high school seniors nominated by college programs for a multi-day evaluation before recruiters, scouts, and fans alike.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">This year&#8217;s Senior Bowl introduces a new collaborative component with <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenixraceway.com\/\">Phoenix Raceway<\/a>, known nationally for hosting the NASCAR Cup Series Championship. The partnership aims to highlight shared values in athletic performance and discipline across sports sectors.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;We are pleased to collaborate with GameTime Senior Bowl and contribute to an event that supports athlete development and recognition,&rdquo; said Latasha Causey, President of Phoenix Raceway.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">This year marks the third of four consecutive seasons hosted at OUAZ. The university&rsquo;s athletic infrastructure continues to support the event&rsquo;s goals of performance measurement and athlete exposure in a structured, competitive environment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;Our campus remains committed to supporting national athletic showcases like this one,&rdquo; said Kristin Steele, Senior Associate Athletic Director at OUAZ. &ldquo;It provides an opportunity to witness the next level of talent in high school football.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfGhqWmQ5TqO774Mk58ZQTDVUB3vTD3b1OXmxfZmKJjJrgf27V32-5AgyR39PWYYIy-7Dlu5OAknmIB9pPvg0hOznJuXh6ZSPaC5TzlzUNVHjkdMry-LLdmsLJmBreAeVAed2rW-A?key=dY_drLOaBEn4EbyZzdc9FQ\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"351\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><em>Senior Bowl Standout athletes were invited to sign the legendary racetrack in advance of the NASCAR Cup Series Championship this fall<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">As the official Senior Bowl roster for 2026 is finalized, several athletes from the 2025 lineup have been recognized for their achievements by <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/prepredzone.com\/2025\/02\/gametime-senior-bowl-defensive-standouts\/\">Prep RedZone Arizona<\/a> following last season&rsquo;s event. Among them:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"caps\">Joseph Wilson (#77), a dual-position lineman (OL\/DL), earned a scholarship to Ottawa University.@joeywilson77<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Xavier Senior Jr. (#45), a defensive lineman, committed to North Park University.@Zenior54<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Jadon Wetzel (#28), a running back, signed with Hastings College.@JadonWetzel<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>\n<p>Roy Garcia (#3), a defensive back, signed with Hastings College.@RoyG_07<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">In advance of the <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenixraceway.com\/events\/championship-cup\/\">NASCAR Cup Series Championship<\/a>, these student-athletes participated in a ceremonial signing at the Phoenix Raceway track&mdash;an experience that underscored the partnership&rsquo;s focus on cross-disciplinary excellence and public recognition.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeQ1uilZw5E36-163fD8NEwF8z3637rKkqr6MIQeomWXoLTAKM06f3fY0-hxodUSB9FRUoBdrPxflDZgqnNp-Uh7NhimMFZ2_3SyyFakxvuVPfUwWkDbd_t4V2XZ92nUQdY7T_gBw?key=dY_drLOaBEn4EbyZzdc9FQ\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"351\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><em>GameTime Recruiting &amp; Consulting CEOs Rodney Cox and Dr. Alicia Cox<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">&ldquo;This partnership supports the long-term mission to highlight elite high school talent in new ways,&rdquo; said Rodney Cox, CEO of GameTime Recruiting &amp; Consulting. &ldquo;Being part of the NASCAR Cup Series Championship was a great opportunity to expand our reach and bring more visibility to the athletes we serve.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The GameTime Senior Bowl remains a significant event in the high school football calendar, providing nominated players a platform for live evaluation, media exposure, and developmental feedback. The full roster for 2026 will be announced in the months leading up to the event.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>For media inquiries or event logistics, contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Email: info@gametimerc.com<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Website: www.gametimerc.com<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>About GameTime Recruiting &amp; Consulting:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">GameTime is a national sports consulting firm under Next Level Prep, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It provides athlete support through showcases, combines, scholarship consulting, NIL education, and strategic recruitment programs.<\/p>\n<p><span style='font-size:18px !important'>Media Contact<\/span><br \/><strong>Company Name:<\/strong> Gametime Recruiting &amp; Consulting<br \/><strong>Contact Person:<\/strong> Kiki Blofsky<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow\" href='http:\/\/www.universalpressrelease.com\/?pr=the-2026-gametime-senior-bowl-returns-to-ottawa-university-with-new-collaboration-from-phoenix-raceway'>Send Email<\/a><br \/><strong>Country:<\/strong> United States<br \/><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gametimerc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/gametimerc.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.getnews.info\/press_stat.php?pr=the-2026-gametime-senior-bowl-returns-to-ottawa-university-with-new-collaboration-from-phoenix-raceway\" alt=\"\" width=\"1px\" height=\"1px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Top high school football athletes to be showcased January 9\u201311, 2026, in Surprise, AZ, through a new cross-sport partnership. 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