Cam Camp NATIONAL
FOOTBALL PLAYER
OF THE YEAR
Where the Nation Votes and Champions Are Crowned
The nation's premier fan-voted football recognition program, celebrating the best youth tackle football and Boys and Girls Flag football athletes from across the country. The journey begins with a nationwide voting campaign and concludes in Las Vegas, Nevada, where the nation's top athletes compete in a live championship.
"THE NATION VOTES. THE FIELD DECIDES."
Las Vegas Championship Event • January 17th, 2027
Last Day to Vote • December 15th, 2026
MEDIA PARTNERS
NATIONAL EXPOSURE
GET YOUR ATHLETE SEEN
Open Divisions
Every athlete has a path to Las Vegas
Age cutoff date: July 1st, 2026
Youth Tackle Football
Age Groups
8U
10U
12U
14U
Offense
QB · RB · WR · OL
Defense
DL · LB · DB
Special Teams (12U–14U only)
K
Girls & Boys Flag Football
Age Groups
8U
10U
12U
14U
High School
What's at Stake — Category Winners Receive:
One champion per category — 42 winners in total, each receiving the full prize package: Championship Belt, $500 Gift Card, Exclusive NFT Card, Apparel Sponsorship, and National Media Coverage — giving every winner exposure to the full prize package on a national stage.
How Voting Works
Every fan gets a voice — every day
1 Free Vote Daily
Every fan gets one free vote per day. Vote every day throughout the campaign to give your athlete the best shot at Las Vegas.
$5 = 5 Votes
Want to give your athlete an extra boost? Additional votes are available for $5 = 5 votes, supporting CamCamp and our charity partners.
Qualifying for Las Vegas
Per age group and position
Automatic Qualifier
The #1 Free Vote Leader (highest free votes) auto-qualifies.
Additional Qualifiers
The next top 4 overall vote leaders (free + paid combined) also qualify.
5 finalists per age group/position advance to Las Vegas
How It Works
Vote. Qualify. Compete. Become a Champion.
Register
Free registration, open to all youth tackle football and girls flag football athletes.
Get Votes
Fans vote daily for free. Additional votes available for $5 = 5 votes. Every vote counts toward your qualification.
Qualify
The #1 free vote leader auto-qualifies. The next 4 highest overall vote totals also qualify. Five finalists per age group and position advance to Las Vegas.
Compete in Las Vegas
Finalists attend the Red Carpet Gala and compete in live, position-specific challenges. One champion is crowned per division.
The Las Vegas Experience
Championship Weekend awaits every finalist
No qualified finalist is denied the opportunity to compete because of financial hardship.
Red Carpet Arrival
Walk the red carpet with professional photography, media interviews, and an awards banquet.
VIP Treatment
Every finalist receives a VIP gift bag and national recognition before the competition begins.
Compete on the Field
Five finalists per position compete in speed, agility, position drills, football IQ, and one-on-one challenges.
Crowned Champion
One athlete per division is crowned CamCamp National Player of the Year.
Our Charity Partners
Supporting Three Great Causes
Supporting and empowering young athletes across the nation through sports programs and opportunities.
Serving underserved populations with safe, holistic and sustainable opportunities for youth.
Empowering African communities through education, sports, and youth development programs.
Free Daily Vote
1 vote per day at no cost
$5 Per 5 Votes
Supports CamCamp, Work It Well & Kedu Africa
CamCamp will retain exclusive custody and control over all donations raised during the Competition. Contributions are deductible for federal income tax purposes in accordance with applicable law. For more information, contact CamCamp at (408) 661-4134.
Meet the Team
The leaders and community champions behind Cam Camp Player of the Year.
Cam Leaupeptele
CEO CamCamp, Former San Jose Hit Squad President, 15+ Years Experience as Community Leader and Lifetime Mentor (Mr Oh Its Real)
Shannon Roberts
CEO Ovrall99, BASFL Commissioner, NSFA President, Community Leader and Mentor with 30+ Years Experience
Zak Smith
CFO CamCamp & Ovrall99, Owner West Pro LTD Tax, Long Time Coach and Community Leader
Tenina Stevens
CEO Work It Well Project, a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Focusing on Women Empowerment
Alex Bornote
Lawyer Ovrall99 with expertise in contracts and litigation with a background in the Las Vegas Boxing Community
Hamlin HA
CTO Ovrall99, Bay Area Business Owner with Investments in Multiple Industries
Kingsley Ogwudire
CEO Kedu to Africa, Special Advisor to Governor of Imo State Nigeria, Former Globetrotter and Professional Basketball Player
Francisco Bermudez
Respected League Owner with 20 Years of Service in the Chicago and Florida Communities, Former Director at the Pro Football Hall of Fame