Mountain Thicket Senior Showcase

When? Friday, January 9, 2026 – Sunday, January 11, 2026

Who? Class of 2026 Football Players and Cheerleaders

The inaugural Mountain Thicket Senior Showcase is a premier postseason and exposure event opportunity for deserving Class of 2026 football players and cheerleaders! What separates us from other showcase events? We split up each game by school/program size. Each selected player and cheerleader from smaller schools/programs (i.e. enrollment under 650, K-12 schools, Homeschool programs) will participate in Game 1. Game 2 will feature players and cheerleaders from larger programs (over 650 enrollment). Gatlinburg is the perfect location for a postseason event like this and fun for the whole family.

Our team at RTSW knows what it takes to run a successful postseason event that will not only give athletes lifelong memories but also exposure opportunities that are so essential in the winter months of a senior football player and cheerleader. Each game will be broadcasted. The Game Stadium is outfitted with a HUDL Focus camera system and HUDL game film is included in every player package. Through our partnership with National Scouting Report, we will have a college scout onsite for all practices and games.

Nomination/Selection Process:

Early nominations will open in the spring and nominations will continue to stay open through the football regular season. A Selection Committee of knowledgeable members (media, coaches, scouts, etc.) will review and grade every nomination. The highest graded players and cheerleaders will receive the first round of invites.

Cheer Note: Cheerleaders will need to be ready to submit a short audition video for the Cheer Committee to review. More instructions on this will be in the Nomination Form.

Playing Time:

Playing time is our top priority! We use roster restrictions and 15-minute quarters to ensure every athlete gets his/her ample time to shine.

Football Roster Limits (4 teams expected) QB – 2 RB – 2 WR – 6 TE/FB – 2 OT/OG – 6-8 C/LS – 1-2 DE – 3-4 DT/NG – 2-3 OLB – 2-3 MLB 2-3 CB – 3-4 S – 2-3 K -1 P – 1

Cheer Roster Limits (4 teams expected) 3-4 Flyers, 6-8 Bases, 3-4 Backspots

Expected Event Schedule:

Friday, January 9, 2026

6:00pm-8:00pm Player/Cheerleader Check in

Saturday, January 10, 2026

8:00am-10:00am: Late Player/Cheerleader Check In

10:00am-12:00pm: First Practices

12:00pm-1:30pm: :Lunch Break

1:30pm-3:30pm: Second Practices

Free Evening

Sunday, January 11, 2026

9:00am: Optional Church Service

11:00am: Game 1

2:00pm: Game 2

Player Package: $250.00

Includes: Sublimated BSN Game Jersey, Game Pants, Practice Jersey, Event Branded LZRD Arm Sleeve, Helmet Sticker, Sublimated Drawstring Bag

Cheer Package: $200.00

Includes: Sublimated Cheer Duffle Bag, Dri-Fit Long Sleeve Shirt, Fleece ¼ Zip Jacket, Pom Poms, Fleece ear warmer