Gridiron Classic Series : Southern Exposure III
Football (Tackle) Tournament - August 7 to August 8, 2026
Key Information
Cost
- $150.00 USD per team
- Athletes must have an active ZortsID
- Coaching roles must have an active ZortsID for Coaches
- Participants must complete all eligibiity requirements by Aug 03, 2026 12:00 AM EDT or incur a $10.00 USD late fee
- Athlete's age will be based on the age that they will be on Jul 01, 2026
- Registration ends Aug 1, 2026 @ 12:00 AM
Contact
Date(s)
Location
Description
Gridiron Classic Series: Southern Exposure III
Presented by the Gridiron Classic Series — powered by Pinnacle National Championships
📍 Atlanta
Southern Exposure lands in Atlanta, a city that defines speed, swagger, and next-level football talent. This stop of the Gridiron Classic Series is built for programs that want more than just games—they want visibility, competition, and a stage that matches their ambition.
Atlanta sets the tone with explosive athletes, high-tempo matchups, and a spotlight atmosphere where every rep matters. From the opening kickoff to the final matchup, teams compete in a professionally managed, family-centered environment designed to challenge, elevate, and separate contenders from pretenders.
This isn’t just another tournament.
This is Southern Exposure—where the South puts its talent on display. 🏈🔥
OUR STORY...
Since 2000, the Gridiron Classic Series has set the STANDARD for elite national youth football tournaments across the country.
Imitation is the loudest compliment — but let’s be clear:
There is ONLY ONE Gridiron Classic Series.
YEAR 26
NO GIMMICKS…
.JUST REAL FOOTBALL
The GCS is PROVEN, RESPECTED, and BUILT BY COACHES FOR COACHES.
It’s time to bring your program where QUALITY STILL MATTERS.
WHAT WE DELIVER
Quality, well-maintained fields
On-time schedules — RESPECTING your time
High school–certified officials
Professional event operations
Championship Atmosphere
WHAT’S ON THE LINE
Winners in tournament style division receive CHAMPIONSHIP RINGS & BELTS
ALL WINNERS receive AUTO 1/2 PAID BID @ the Pinnacle National Championships in December!!
FORMAT
• Tournament Style
6U • 7U • 8U • 9U • 10U (Rec Teams)
• Showcase Games
11U & 12U
COACHES DEAL
$150 per team
Bring 3 teams — 4th team is FREE
Multiple elite locations
Summer dates filling FAST
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Gridiron Classic Series
26 YEARS STRONG.
REAL FIELDS.
REAL REFS.
REAL CHAMPIONS.
Sport
Divisions
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5u REC
- Must be 4 or 5 or turning 6 after July 1st
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6u REC
- Must be 5 now or 6 after July 1st
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7u REC
- Must be 6 now or 7 after July 1st
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8U REC
- Must be 7 now or 8 after July 1st
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9U REC
- Must be 8 now or 9 after July 1st
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10U REC
- Must be 9 now or 10 after July 1st
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11U SHOWCASE DIVISON
- Must be 10 now or 11 after July 1st
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12U SHOWCASE DIVISON
- Must be 11 now or 12 after July 1st
