What’s the Rising Stars Bowl Game?

A bowl game designed for HS players completing their Junior year to compete in front of college coaches across the country, providing athletes the exposure they need to get to the next level.

Why the birth of this game?

The Rising Stars Bowl was conceived to provide a beneficial platform for student athletes, enabling them to showcase their talents during their junior year of high school, ultimately enhancing their recruitment prospects. Introduced by Coach Mac, the concept initially faced resistance and challenges in its inaugural year, with the belief that future editions would greatly benefit the students. Inspired by the Empire Challenge game's electrifying atmosphere and the intense NYC versus Long Island rivalry from Coach Mac's childhood, the Rising Stars Bowl was born, aiming to recreate that excitement with a fresh twist.

In good faith and honor, we’ve allowed the head coach from each side to host an early showcase of a player from the class of 2026. More details to come…