Phenom Elite Named Official Outfitter of Next Play Showcase
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Nov 4, 2026 — Phenom Elite and Next Play Showcase today announced a partnership naming Phenom Elite the Official Outfitter of Next Play Showcase. The partnership will debut at the inaugural event, taking place January 9–10, 2027, at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium in Melissa, Texas.
Next Play Showcase is a two-day experience designed to give athletes an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities on the field while developing skills that can benefit them beyond it. The event will feature combine-style testing, positional drills and live evaluations led by the Next Play Showcase scouting department, along with athlete interviews, media coverage and financial literacy and mentorship sessions. name, image and likeness (NIL) education.
As Official Outfitter, Phenom Elite will provide participating athletes with co-branded compression apparel and Vapor-Fusion receiver gloves. The custom showcase gear will feature Cherry, White and Grey colorways with chrome numbering.
“We’re excited to partner with Next Play Showcase and be part of an event that’s investing in the complete athlete,” said Nathan Dorton, Founder and CEO of Phenom Elite. “The opportunity to compete and be evaluated is important, but so is helping athletes understand how to build their brands and prepare for what’s ahead. We’re proud to outfit these athletes as they take that next step.”
The partnership will also bring fans and athletes behind the scenes through a gear reveal, collaborative social content and on-site coverage throughout the showcase. Phenom Elite will provide apparel for Next Play coaches and evaluators and recognize standout performers with Quantum cleat and glove packages.
Phenom Elite gloves and mouthguards will also be available for purchase on-site.
The inaugural showcase will take place at Coach Kenny Deel Stadium, a 10,000-plus-seat venue with a connected indoor practice facility and dedicated production spaces. Across the two days, athletes will participate in testing and positional work, receive evaluation feedback and take part in interviews, content production and financial literacy and mentorship sessions.
Learn more at nextplayshowcase.us and follow @PhenomElite and @NextPlayShowcase on Instagram.
If you're an athlete that wants to be considered, sign up here: https://www.nextplayshowcase.us/products/college-registration
About Phenom Elite
Phenom Elite is a Columbia, South Carolina-based sports brand creating footwear, gloves, apparel and accessories for athletes at every level. Founded in 2013, Phenom Elite is committed to helping athletes look, feel and perform their best.
About Next Play Showcase
Co-founded by NFL veteran Bud Dupree and developed in partnership with Sports Academy, Next Play Showcase is an athlete-first platform built on real evaluation, exposure and education. Its inaugural two-day showcase takes place January 9–10, 2027, in Melissa, Texas.