The Few, The Proud, The Selected

Manitoba’s Only International Youth Champion Football Team Established in 2015

Where Excellence Meets Global Competition. Our athletes don’t just play the game, they dominate it on the international stage, proudly representing Manitoba with unmatched skill, heart, and determination. This is where champions are made.

MANITOBA SELECTS WINTER SEASON

The Manitoba Selects Winter Season is a six-month development program designed to keep young Canadian athletes training, competing, and growing during the off-season months.

This program brings together structured training, speed and agility development, and select tournament competition to give athletes a head start heading into the following year.

Athletes selected for the Winter Season demonstrate commitment, work ethic, and a desire to compete at a higher level. Throughout the season, players will train together in Winnipeg while competing at select tournaments in Canada and the U.S.

The Winter Season runs November through April, combining structured development with focused competition opportunities.

The Manitoba Selects Pro Experience

Manitoba Selects provides athletes with opportunities to grow both on and off the field.

Throughout the season, players participate in:

• Structured team training and development

• National and international tournament competition

• Travel experiences that expose athletes to new football environments

This experience helps athletes develop confidence, teamwork, leadership, and resilience while competing against programs outside of Manitoba.

The goal is simple: build stronger athletes and expand opportunities for Manitoba football players.

AGE CATEGORIES & REGISTRATION

The Manitoba Selects National Circuit is open to athletes in the following age divisions:

10U Atom Division

Athletes age 10 and under

12U Pee-Wee Division

Athletes age 12 and under

14U Bantam Division

Athletes age 14 and under

High School Varsity

These divisions allow athletes to compete against appropriate competition while continuing to develop their skills throughout the season.

Development and Training Environment

Throughout the season, athletes will train together in a structured team environment focused on long-term development.

Training sessions emphasize:

• Football fundamentals

• Position development

• Speed and agility training

• Team systems and strategy

• Leadership and teamwork

The goal of the Manitoba Selects program is not only to compete, but also to help athletes build the habits and mindset required to grow within the sport.

2026/27 Manitoba Selects Schedule

Practice once a week. Moves to very Saturday Nov-Jan will move to weekdays for speed and agility training

Winter Break

Grand Forks Exhibition Game

Maintaining competitive play and team cohesion during the winter season.

January

Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Tournament

Canadian travel competition to continue national exposure and athlete development.

February

Possible International Tournament

Opportunities may include trips to:

Texas, Florida, or Mexico

Payment Information

The Manitoba Selects is a 6-month development and competition program running from November through April.

Athletes participating in the Manitoba Selects receive a full development and competition experience, including:

Game Jerseys

Training/Workout T-Shirts

Required Football Equipment (helmet not included)

Athletes will participate in approximately 120–150 hours of structured training and competition throughout the season, including team practices, position development sessions, film study, and tournaments.

The program also includes:

Organized travel planning for tournaments and events

Professional-level coaching and athlete development

Recruitment exposure and guidance for athletes looking to advance their football opportunities

Program Investment

To simplify the experience for families, the program is structured as one all-inclusive season investment that covers training, tournament participation, travel coordination, and the overall development experience.

$1000 per athlete

In addition to the base program fee, each athlete participates in the Manitoba Selects Athlete Sponsorship Program, where athletes secure two sponsorship partners valued at $700 each.

Through our agency network and community partnerships, Manitoba Selects works directly with athletes and families to help secure these sponsorships.

Payment Timeline Overview

A $375 non-refundable deposit is required at registration to secure an athlete’s roster spot for the 2026–2027 Manitoba Selects Season.

Flexible payment plans are available upon request.

Total Base Program Investment: $1,000

Additional Sponsorship Value Per Athlete: $700 (required)

Total Program Value: $1,700

Register here

Athlete Sponsorship Program

Each Manitoba Selects athlete participates in the Athlete Sponsorship Program, where two community partners support the athlete’s season at $700 per sponsorship.

Manitoba Selects and our agency partners help athletes secure these sponsorship opportunities through:

• Local business partnerships

• Community supporters

• Agency sponsorship outreach initiatives

This program allows athletes to represent supporting businesses while helping strengthen the connection between community partners and youth athletics.

Participation Commitment

Because tournament entries, travel logistics, and scheduling must be secured months in advance, participation in the Manitoba Selects National Circuit requires a full-season commitment.

Families will complete:

• Participation agreement

• Credit card authorization form

This ensures the program can confidently secure tournament placements and travel opportunities for all athletes.

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