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NBC SPORTS & AMERICA’S NAVY ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP OF THE ALL-AMERICAN BOWL
America’s Navy to serve as the Official Title Partner of the All-American Bowl NBC and Peacock to Present the 2025 Navy All American Bowl on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 1 p.m. ET Live from the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas
NBC Sports and America’s Navy today announced a new title partnership for the All-American Bowl. As the title partner, America’s Navy will reach high schools within communities across the country through a nationwide jersey presentation tour while growing a close association with the honor and prestige that comes with the selection process, Road to the Dome tour, and Bowl Week of the Navy All-American Bowl.
“This is a tremendous opportunity for us to connect with young men and women who share the values of teamwork, leadership, and dedication that are at the core of both football and military service,” said Rear Adm. James P. Waters III, Commander, Navy Recruiting Command. “These athletes have worked hard to earn their place, and we’re proud to stand with them as they take the field. We look forward to supporting these young leaders while highlighting the possibilities that lie ahead with America’s Navy.”
“We’re honored to partner with America’s Navy as the Official Title Partner of the All-American Bowl,” said Gary Quinn, Vice President, Programming & General Manager, Owned Properties, NBC Sports. “This year marks the 25th anniversary of the All-American Bowl and together with America’s Navy we will continue to grow the event and highlight the next generation of stars.”
The nationwide Road to the Dome tour, will honor all 100 All-Americans with live and virtual jersey presentations. The series will be released weekly through social platforms across NBC Sports.
Only 100 football players receive the honor of wearing the Navy All-American Bowl jersey each year. The 2025 Navy All-American Bowl will take place at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, will be presented live on NBC and Peacock at 1:00 PM ET, and will feature the nation’s top 100 high school football players.
As an NBC Sports-owned property, the All-American Bowl is part of a marquee lineup of elite events that includes the Olympics and Paralympics, the Premier League, and primetime’s #1 show for an unprecedented 13 consecutive years: Sunday Night Football. The All-American Bowl is annually the most-watched, most-talked about, and most prestigious high school all-star event with more than four million unique television viewers and more than 25,000 fans in attendance. The history and tradition of the All-American Bowl is unparalleled, as it features: 594 draft picks; 93 Super Bowl champions; 247 Pro Bowl selections; and 18 Heisman finalists. For more information, visit nbcsports.com/college-football/all-american-bowl or follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).
CW33 High School Football Showdown Preview: Frisco High vs. Frisco Lone Star
Frisco High and Frisco Lone Star go head-to-head in this week's CW33 High School Football Showdown. Both teams have put in an incredible amount of work this season and are prepared for battle. VYPE DFW takes a look at their seasons respectively as well as what fans can expect as they gear up for Thursday night's game:
Frisco High Raccoons (6-2, 5-1)
Beginning their season with a victory over Fort Worth Brewer, the team set the standard for the year. Despite a week two loss against Burleson Centennial, the Raccoons' focus has been clear from every moment they have been on the field. A powerful defense paired with an offense that continually attacks has led the way for Frisco to secure big-time victories including district victories over Frisco Liberty, Frisco Centennial, Frisco Heritage, Sherman, and more.
Led by the likes of Jackson Voris, Kamdyn Pendergraph, LJ Taylor, Reed Engleman, Cobyn Harbert, Jayson Bustamante, and others, the Raccoons offense remains focused as they gear up for another school district rival this week. Their defense-- led by Nash Horton, Mason Mitchell, Ian Staley, Jaylen Archibald, and others-- is geared up to put in whatever work is necessary.
Frisco Lone Star Rangers (7-1, 6-0)
With a week one loss against Texas High, Frisco Lone Star knew they had to regroup and prepare for the rest of their season. Week two saw massive improvements as the Rangers posted a 42-7 non-district victory over Burleson. Into district play, the team has remained undefeated with statement wins over Frisco Reedy, Frisco Wakeland, Frisco Liberty, Sherman, and more.
Determined and full of grit, this Rangers squad has been at the top of their performance through each game. Showing their longevity and drive, Lone Star has outlasted many opponents on the field in intense battles. The team is led by talented offensive athletes like Davian Groce (who has averaged nearly 130 rushing yards and 60 receiving yards per game), Bryson Jones, Winston Pollard, Isaiah Massey, Rece Hoyt, Collin Blackstock, and more. The defense is held together with a nearly unbreakable bond by the likes of Jaxon Lee, Luke Miller, Ephraim Whitaker, Massimo Russolillo, Tre Yanez, Ryan Sussai Manickam, and others. The team looks toward setting the tone on Thursday night.
What to Expect:
Last season, an intense battle left Frisco Lone Star victorious over Frisco High with a score of 13-3. This season, Frisco High is ready for revenge and to continue improving its record. Focused on leaving no doubt, the Raccons' fans can expect the team to put up a strong front against Frisco Lone Star. Lone Star is fired up and ready to showcase their talent from the get-go. Rangers' fans can expect this team to use each drive as a moment to get ahead.
Kick-off is slated for 7 p.m. at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco. If you can't make it to the game, catch all the action on CW33!