Sports Management Worldwide is bringing football professionals and aspiring industry talent together in Miami for the SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet on Tuesday, January 19, 2027, at 8 p.m. Held during American Bowl Week, the event offers an evening of networking with scouts, agents, coaches, NFL Draft specialists, and others working across the business of football.

The announced lineup includes Dr. Lynn Lashbrook, Marc Trestman, Brian Baldinger, Ric Serritella and the NFL Draft Bible Scouting Department, and Nick Prater. For attendees interested in scouting, athlete representation, player personnel, media, or football operations, the evening offers a place to make introductions and exchange ideas with people who share those interests.

Advance online registration is required. Admission is currently listed at $50, including a name badge and one complimentary drink ticket. The Miami venue will be announced.

Meet Football Professionals During American Bowl Week

The SMWW Meet & Greet brings several parts of the football industry into one networking setting during the week of the American Bowl.

Scouts, agents, coaches, analysts, and media professionals approach the game from different perspectives. Bringing those perspectives together creates opportunities to discuss how players are evaluated, how professional relationships develop, and how people find their place in football.

For someone exploring a career in scouting, a conversation might begin with evaluating a particular position. For an aspiring player representative, it could focus on understanding an athlete’s professional path. For an established professional, the value may come from reconnecting with colleagues and meeting people working in another part of the industry.

The event is designed to make those introductions possible. Attendees can ask thoughtful questions, share their interests, and begin conversations they can continue after Miami.

Who Should Attend the SMWW Meet & Greet?

The event welcomes current football professionals, students, career changers, and others interested in building their knowledge and network.

SMWW identifies several groups who may benefit from attending:

• Aspiring NFL and CFL scouts and player personnel professionals.

• Sports agents and prospective player representatives.

• Coaches, analysts, and football operations professionals.

• NFL Draft analysts and football media professionals.

• Students and professionals pursuing careers in football.

Previous football industry experience is not required. Attendees at different career stages can participate, whether they are making their first industry introduction or expanding an existing professional network.

Come prepared to explain your interests clearly. A specific question about scouting, representation, or football operations can give a conversation more direction than a general request for career advice.

Why American Bowl Week Matters

American Bowl Week brings college prospects and the professional football evaluation community together ahead of the next stage of players’ careers.

The second annual American Bowl is scheduled for Friday, January 22, 2027, in Miami, three days after the SMWW Meet & Greet. The game follows the inaugural 2026 event, which was broadcast on NFL Network.

For those interested in athlete representation and scouting, the week provides context for understanding the work surrounding a prospect’s transition toward professional football. Evaluations, preparation, and communication all contribute to that process.

SMWW Agency readers can also explore why collegiate all-star games matter in the NFL Draft process for related context on this part of the football calendar.

Explore the Practice Side of Player Evaluation

American Bowl practices offer another way to study the evaluation process, with schedules, locations, and access details still to be announced.

Practices can give aspiring scouts and player personnel professionals opportunities to observe position drills, team periods, technique, athleticism, and decision-making. Watching those settings with a clear evaluation question can help connect football knowledge to the work of assessing prospects.

An aspiring scout might focus on how a player responds to coaching or performs against different opponents. Someone interested in representation might pay closer attention to the preparation and professional expectations surrounding the week.

American Bowl practice access and game tickets are separate from SMWW Meet & Greet registration. 

Plan Your Evening in Miami

The SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet begins at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19, with the final Miami venue to be announced.

The current registration details are:

• Admission: $50.

• Included: Meet & Greet admission, a name badge, and one complimentary drink ticket.

• Registration: Advance online registration required; walk-up registrations will not be accepted.

• Venue: To be announced, with location and arrival details provided to registered attendees before the event.

• Travel: Flights and hotel accommodations are not included.

• American Bowl access: Game tickets and practice access are not included.

The registration page flags a November 1 price increase. Check the current rate and latest event details before completing your registration.

Make Your Next Football Connection in Miami

The SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet offers an evening to meet people, ask informed questions, and build relationships across football.

Whether your interests are in evaluating talent, representing athletes, coaching, media, or team operations, arrive with a clear purpose and an openness to learning about someone else’s work. A useful introduction starts with a conversation—and grows through thoughtful follow-up.

View event details and register for the SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the SMWW American Bowl Meet & Greet?

The event is scheduled for Tuesday, January 19, 2027, at 8 p.m. in Miami, Florida.

Where will the event take place?

The Miami venue has not yet been announced. Registered attendees will receive location and arrival details before the event.

How much does registration cost?

Admission is currently listed at $50 and includes a name badge and one complimentary drink ticket. The page flags a November 1 price increase, so check the registration page for the latest rate.

Do I need football industry experience to attend?

No. The event welcomes students, career changers, aspiring football professionals, and people already working in the industry.

Who is listed to participate?

The announced lineup includes Dr. Lynn Lashbrook, Marc Trestman, Brian Baldinger, Ric Serritella and the NFL Draft Bible Scouting Department, and Nick Prater, alongside participating coaches, scouts, agents, and football professionals.

Does registration include American Bowl tickets or practice access?

No. Registration covers the SMWW Meet & Greet only. American Bowl game tickets and practice access are separate, and flights and hotel accommodations are not included.

Can I register at the door?

No. SMWW states that walk-up registrations will not be accepted. Attendees must register online in advance.