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2026 Weekend Rumble Preseason Classic

2018 Michigan Youth Football Classic

Michigan Youth Football Classic II

2026 Weekend Rumble Preseason Classic – Early August 2026

Kick Off Your Season the Right Way

Kick off your season at the 2026 Weekend Rumble Preseason Classic in West Michigan (Host City To Be Announced Soon!). A one-day, fun and exciting youth football tournament for league teams ages 8U–13U, featuring high school and college turf fields, live games streaming, and championship-level experience. Designed for league-based teams (not all-stars), this one-day preseason showcase gives your youth football athletes a competitive tune-up before the regular season begins.

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This one-day tournament brings together 24 youth football teams for a day of high-energy competition, community spirit, and fun, where youth teams from Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio meet to test their skills, teamwork, and readiness for fall league football.

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Tournament Overview
 

  • Event: 2026 Weekend Rumble Preseason Classic

  • Date: Early August 2026 (Final date announced soon!)

  • Location: West Michigan (Host city to be announced soon!)

  • Divisions: 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U 

  • 24 Teams Total (4 teams per division)

  • Format: One-Day Event • 3 Games Guaranteed 

  • Team Entry Fee: $550

  • Get Admission Fees: $15 per person, Kids under 10 free

  • Deadline: Registration closes July 15, 2026

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Tournament Features
 

  • 2-Game Guarantee

  • True Tournament Format: The championship game is decided on the field, not by tiebreakers.

  • Competitive Development: Perfect for programs to test rosters, build team chemistry before the regular season.

  • Family-Friendly Experience: Exciting atmosphere, great facilities, and community engagement.

  • Division Champion & Runner-Up Trophies, Medals​

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What Makes the Preseason Classic Special

 

  • Elite Venues: Play on the same turf fields used by college and high-school programs.

  • Fast-Paced Format: Every team plays twice, then semifinals, followed by the championship or consolation.

  • Statewide Exposure: Compete against youth football programs from across Michigan and neighboring states.

  • Family Experience: Concessions, vendors, and attractions all within 10 minutes of the game fields.

  • Live Streaming: Every game broadcast on the 1st Down Network.

 

Why Bring Your Team
 

  • Gain valuable preseason reps against quality youth football teams.

  • Prepare players for the speed, physicality, and teamwork needed for the season.

  • Be part of a re-imagined tournament experience featuring modern operations, streaming, and coverage.

  • Only one champion and one runner-up per division earn true bragging rights!

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Important Details

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Event Schedule (per field):
 

  • 9:00 AM – Semifinal #1 (A vs B)

  • 10:30 AM – Semifinal #2 (C vs D)

  • 12:00 PM – Semifinal #3 (E vs F)

  • 1:30 PM – Semifinal #4 (G vs H)

  • 3:00 PM – Consolation Games

  • 4:30 PM – Division Finals

  • 6:00 PM – Championship Games

  • 7:30 PM – Awards Ceremony

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Team Registration

 

Entry Fee: $550 per team
Includes:
 

Registration Deadline: July 15, 2026
Register Online: michiganyouthfootballclassic2.com

Spots fill fast — first come, first confirmed!

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Entry Fee: $550 Per Team

The tournament entry fee is $550 per team, giving programs access to a youth football tournament unlike any other. Powered by AI technology and live streaming, coaches, families, and fans can easily watch games from their hotel rooms or anywhere across the USA, making it easier than ever to follow the action. When you break it down, a team with 25 players pays just $22 per player for an unforgettable weekend of competition, development, and exposure. This fee covers your guaranteed two games, professional operations, and the ultimate preseason football experience, in the great state of Michigan, where football runs deep. 

Tournament Rules – Read Before You Register

The tournament entry fee is $550 per team, giving programs access to a youth football tournament unlike any other. Powered by AI technology and live streaming, coaches, families, and fans can easily watch games from their hotel rooms or anywhere across the USA, making it easier than ever to follow the action. When you break it down, a team with 25 players pays just $22 per player for an unforgettable weekend of competition, development, and exposure. This fee covers your guaranteed two games, professional operations, and the ultimate preseason football experience.

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To ensure a fair, competitive, and safe experience for all participants, the Michigan Youth Football Classic II follows a clear set of tournament rules and guidelines. These rules are designed to create an even playing field, protect player safety, and guarantee that every game contributes to the true competitive spirit of the event.

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All divisions (8U, 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U) will follow modified tournament rules tailored for age-appropriate play and development. Coaches, players, and parents are encouraged to review the rules in advance to avoid any misunderstandings during the event. Remember, our format ensures that each division crowns one champion and one runner-up, with the championship game being decided on the field, not by tie-breakers.

Please visit the detailed Rules Tab for information on game length, roster requirements, scoring, tie-breakers, equipment standards, and conduct expectations.

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