U.P. Football All-Star Game

Mission: The U.P. Football All-Star Game will showcase U.P. high school football and give the fans an opportunity to enjoy a competitive game between the U.P.'s best graduating seniors. The U.P. Football All-Star Game will provide a positive environment for all who participate and allow the players and coaches to experience the excitement and comradarie involved with an All-Star event.

Charity: All-Star Game proceeds will be donated to the following U.P. charitable organizations: The Beacon House & The U.P. Sports Hall of Fame.

Game Date: Saturday, June 28, 2008

Game Time: 3 PM

Location: Northern Michigan University - Superior Dome (Marquette, MI)

Tickets: Game: $5, Reception: $40 Order game tickets and pay online

TV Broadcast (live): WLUC-TV 6

Radio Broadcast (live):
The Bear (Northern Star Broadcasting)
WIMK-93.1 (Iron Mountain/Escanaba)
WUPK-94.1 (Marquette)
WIHC-97.9 (Newberry/Sault Ste. Marie)
SNRN Broadcasting
WUPY-101.1 (Ontonagon)

Internet Message Board: www.up-football.com
Take part in the latest talk regarding U.P. football and the game.

Participants: U.P. Senior Football Players - 2008 Graduates (Invite only)

Number of Players: Approximately 40-45 players per team

Player Selection Process: Players selected with input from all U.P. coaches and U.P. sportswriters (All-Conference Teams and All-U.P. Teams considered). There is no limit to the number of players from any particular school. Once the teams are selected, players will receive an invitation to participate in the game. If the player accepts the invitation, he will be sent an informational packet detailing the specifics of the game, the week's itinerary and the expectations of each player. If he declines the invitation, the next player at that position will be invited.

Number of Coaches: 6-8 coaches per team (up to 4 head coaches from 4 different high schools, may also bring along assistant(s), if necessary).

Coach Selection Process: Coaches will be selected at the completion of the playoffs. Coaches selected with input from other U.P. coaches and U.P. sportswriters.

Team Names: East vs. West

East Schools: Bark River-Harris, Brimley, Cedarville, Engadine, Escanaba, Gladstone, Gwinn, Ishpeming, Manistique, Marquette, Mid Peninsula, Munising, Negaunee, Newberry, North Central, North Dickinson, Pickford, Rapid River, Rudyard, Sault Area, St. Ignace, Westwood

West Schools: Baraga, Bessemer, Calumet, Ewen-Trout Creek, Forest Park, Hancock, Houghton, Iron Mountain, Ironwood, Kingsford, Lake Linden-Hubbell, L'Anse, Menominee, Norway, Ontonagon, Stephenson, Wakefield-Marenisco, West Iron County

Team Colors:
East Jerseys: Black with red numbers and red trim (white outlines on numbers and white name on back of jersey), black pants (plain, no stripes), black socks (solid, no stripes), black shoes
West Jerseys: White with red numbers and red trim (black outlines on numbers and black name on back of jersey), black pants (plain, no stripes), white socks (with one pro-style red band and one black band), black shoes

Official Team Rosters & Profiles

U.P. Football All-Star Game News

U.P. Football All-Star Game History

Post-Game Awards & Stats

Skills Challenge/Coaches Golf Challenge

Tickets Available Online (Reception & Game)
Reception: $40 Game: $5

U.P. Football All-Star Game Merchandise
(Ring, DVD, Pictures, Plaques, Apparel, Game Programs)

U.P. Football All-Star Game Trophy

Itinerary for All-Star Week:

Monday, June 23, 2008
Athlete and Coach Check-In:
Location: Northern Michigan University, Meyland Hall
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Food Drive & Player/Coach Welcome:
Community members are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items at the time of athlete and coach check-in to welcome them all to Marquette.
Location: Northern Michigan University, Meyland Hall
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Media Day:
Team and individual pictures, interaction with media personnel (newspapers, television and radio) Open to the public
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Skills Challenge: Players
Players compete in a variety of skills (Fastest Man, Strongest Man, Receiver Challenge, Quarterback Challenge, Punting, Kicking. Open to the public.
Location: Superior Dome
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Golf Challenge: Coaches
Coaches will play a round of golf at the Marquette Heritage Course. Coaches will be split into two East teams and two West teams.
Location: Superior Dome
Time: 1:30 PM - ?

Thursday, June 26, 2008
All-Star Reception: Sponsored by: Dickinson County Healthcare System
Recognition of players and coaches, hors deuvres reception
Guest Speaker: Steve Mariucci
Location: Bottum University Center - Northern Michigan University
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (social), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (program)
Tickets available to the public: $40/person (limited number available)
Contact Xcel: (608-279-6960, tgoldbeck@xcelsportstraining.net) OR
Order banquet tickets & pay online

Friday, June 27, 2008
Youth Football Camp:
Who: Youth football players (Grades 1-6)
What: Youth players are invited to participate in a football camp hosted by the U.P. All-Star Football players. All-Star players will instruct the youth players in a variety of fundamental football skills. Parents are encouraged to attend and take pictures of your favorite All-Star players with your youth player.
Location: Superior Dome
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $10 donation per player
No pre-registration is necessary

Saturday, June 28, 2008
Recruiting Camp/Combine:
Open to any players (Grades 9-12, 08-09 school year). All Camp/Combine participants will have free admission into the All-Star Game. Limited number of participants available.
Location: Superior Dome
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Registration: Register Online or Download Registration Form Here

Dance Clinic
Who: Girls (Grades 2-8)
What: Marquette High School Dance Team will give instruction on dance techniques and routines. A fun time will be had by all. Bring your dance shoes and a positive attitude!
Location: Superior Dome
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Cost: $10 donation per dancer
No pre-registration is necessary

Pre-Game Tailgate
Fans can mingle and enjoy a pre-game cookout.
Sponsor: Vango's (proceeds to The Beacon House and the YMCA)
Location: The Beacon House parking lot (across the street from the Dome)
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

U.P. Football All-Star Game:
Location: Superior Dome (doors open at 2 PM)
Player and Coach Introductions: 3 PM
Kickoff: Immediately following player and coach introductions
Cost: $5 at the door Order game tickets and pay online

Post-Game Awards:
Most Valuable Player (offense and defense) from each team will be selected by each team's coaches and receive a plaque. Character Award for each team will be selected by each team's coaches and receive a plaque. Championship traveling trophy will be presented to the winning coach. The winning team (East or West) may pass the trophy to other schools from the winning team throughout the following year. Championship Traveling Trophy

Practice Schedule: Practices will be held at Northern Michigan University (indoors and outdoors). Practice will be held two times per day (AM and PM) and the team coaches will determine the exact schedule and meeting times.

Northern Michigan University Campus Map

Sponsors: There are many different sponsorship opportunities available. Click here for Sponsorship Levels. Xcel is a non-profit organization, so all donations to the game are tax-deductible.

Official Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors
Northern Michigan Bank
1502 W Washington Street, Marquette, MI 49855    906-228-7300

WLUC-TV 6
177 US 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866 906-475-4161

All-Star Reception Sponsor
Dickinson County Healthcare System
1721 S. Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801 906-774-1313

Gold Sponsor
U.S. Army
Sergeant Moulton (for more information) 906-228-6803

Halftime Sponsor
National Collegiate Scouting Association
1415 N Dayton St, Chicago, IL 60622 888-333-6846

Tailgate Sponsor
Vango's Pizza & Cocktail Lounge
927 North Third Street, Marquette, MI 49855 906-228-7707

Silver Sponsors
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
415 S McClellan Ave, Marquette, MI 49855    800-562-7884

Hantz Group
Ryan Meyskens, Ryan.Meyskens@Hantzgroup.com
Ashley Pease, Ashley.Pease@Hantzgroup.com
Nick Sundstrom, Nicholas.Sundstrom@Hantzgroup.com
717 West Washington Street, Marquette, MI 49855 906-226-7730

Tri Star Celebrations
2322 US 41 W, Marquette, MI 49855    866-906-1794

Official Providers

Ambulance/EMS
MediRide
PO Box 987, Marquette, MI 49855 906-226-4565

Apparel/Uniforms/Shoes/Footballs
MB2 Sports 913-231-2139

Athletic Trainers
Jon Jungwirth, MS, ATC, LAT, NASM-PES    (c)906-396-2143
Sports Medicine Program Coordinator
Dickinson County Healthcare System Sports Medicine DCH: My Space
1721 S. Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801    906-776-5522

Matthew Jaksetic, ATC (c)906-282-4876
Dickinson County Healthcare System Sports Medicine DCH: My Space
1721 S. Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801    906-776-5522

Athletic Training Supplies
Mueller Sports Medicine www.muellersportsmed.com
Prairie du sac, WI 800-356-9522

Awards Provider
BK Enterprises www.bkengravesit.com
410 S. Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801 906-774-0097

Ball Boys
Lake-Linden Hubbell
Logan Chadde Ryan Gerbig David Koskela Brandon Sundblad

Beverages (Powerade)
Bink's Coca-Cola www.binksbeverages.com

Chain Gang
Lake-Linden Hubbell
Rick Gilless Mark Normand Dean Seppala

Cheerleaders (U.P. All-Star Squad)
Cheer Director - Erin O'Brion - Iron Mountain

Color Guard
U.S. Army www.goarmy.com Sergeant Moulton 906-228-6803

Dancers (Marquette Senior High School Dance Team)
Dance Coach: Lori Frak
The MSHS Dance Team also is helping with player check-in to gather the food from the food drive, as well as assemble and place the player/coach welcome bags in each room. The MSHS Dance Team also will be performing a Dance Clinic Saturday morning before the game.

Hotels
Holiday Inn of Marquette www.holidaymarquette.com
1951 US 41 West, Marquette, MI 49855 906-225-1351
Ramada Marquette www.ramada.com
412 W. Washington St., Marquette, MI 49855 906-228-6000
**Mention the "UP Football All-Star Game" to receive a reduced room rate.**

Internet Message Board
www.up-football.com

National Anthem
Elizabeth Grugin

Officials
Referee-Ed Angeli
Umpire-Larry Benton
Line Judge-Mike Angeli
Back Judge-Rick Wales
Linesman-Jeff Marshall

Photographer
Stickel Photography www.stickelphotography.com
W 8885 Peterson Dr., Iron Mountain, MI 49801 906-774-0048

Physician
Dr. John L. Lehtinen, MD
Board Certified: Sports Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Family Medicine
Marquette General Health System
1414 W Fair Ave, Marquette, MI 49855 906-225-4555

Printer
CJ Graphics www.cjgraphics.net
121 S Carpenter Ave, Kingsford, MI 49802 906-774-8636

Public Address Announcer
Casey Ford
Sports Director, ESPN 970 WZAM
News Director, Q-107 WMQT Marquette

Radio
The Bear (Northern Star Broadcasting)
WIHC-97.9 (Newberry/Sault Ste. Marie)
WUPK-94.1 (Marquette)
WIMK-93.1 (Iron Mountain/Escanaba)
401 E. Fair Ave., Marquette, MI 49855    906-632-1400

Television
WLUC-TV 6
177 US 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866 906-475-4161

Transportation
Apple Cab Co.
PO Box 987, Marquette, MI 49855 906-226-9999