Rivals.com: All-American Challenge Comes to Charlotte, NC

By: Deana King (On3/Rivals)

The spotlight will shine brightly on Charlotte this summer as some of the nation’s top youth & middle school football players gather for the prestigious VTO Sports All-American Challenge powered by Phenom Elite at Ballantyne Ridge HS on July 4-5, 2026, in Charlotte, NC.

Known as one of the premier invitation-only football events in the country, the two-day event allows athletes to compete & test against some of the best talent from across the nation while being evaluated by respected coaches, trainers, and media representatives.

Vince Jacobs, the Camp Director and one of the original founders of VTO Sports gave a statement on what players and parents can expect:

"The challenge is designed to test every aspect of a player’s game through a series of competitive events and instructional sessions

The All-American Challenge has become a launching pad for many athletes looking to gain national recognition and improve their recruiting profiles. With limited roster spots available, the event remains one of the most exclusive opportunities for football players seeking exposure and high-level competition.

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VTO Sports is the leader in the youth combine and camp space. VTO Sports was started in 2008 by three former college football players that had a vision to provide college exposure from local and regional combines and camps. This group has been a national even manager for the NFL (NFL Prep 100), Rivals (Five Star Challenge), NFLPA (Players Association Elite Combine), and many more. VTO Sports had hosted over 500 camps and combines nationwide since starting in 2008.