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On July 1, 2025, Rosetown will host the CanAm Bowl XXVII, featuring a thrilling 6-Man all-star football game between top talent from the U.S. and Canada. The event promises to be a showcase of the best young athletes, streamed live for fans unable to attend. With Team USA aiming to maintain its winning streak against Team Canada, this year’s matchup is highly anticipated, marking the return of the game to Canadian soil after several years in the U.S.

Get Ready, Rosetown! The CanAm Bowl XXVII is Here!

Attention all football fans! On July 1, 2025, the small yet spirited town of Rosetown, Saskatchewan, will come alive as it hosts the highly anticipated CanAm Bowl XXVII. This exciting showdown is not just any game; it’s a thrilling 6-Man all-star football clash featuring the best young talent from both the United States and Canada. Lovers of the game won’t want to miss this one!

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Mountain Time, and if you can’t make it to the stadium, worry not! The game will be streamed live on the SaddleRock Sports YouTube channel, so you can catch all the action from the comfort of your own home.

Team USA’s Dream Team

Team USA is bringing a powerhouse lineup to the CanAm Bowl, with players hailing from five different states: Wyoming, Montana, Colorado, Nebraska, and Texas. Among the notable athletes are two talented players from Montana — Nate Nelson from Chester and Luke Kelley from Stockett. They both made quite an impact on their high school teams, with Nate representing Chester-Joplin-Inverness and Luke shining at Centerville.

Team USA has a history of success in this event, having won the last three matchups against Team Canada. In fact, they emerged victorious last year with a score of 65-44 in Meeteetsee, Wyoming. With an all-time record of 21-5 against their northern rivals, Team USA is hoping to extend their winning streak this July.

The All-Star Roster

Let’s take a closer look at some of the standout players on Team USA:

  • Bridger Cozzens (Snake River, Wyo.)
  • Joe Bassett (Burlington, Wyo.)
  • Anthony Kling (Pawnee City, Neb.)
  • Kolter Cranson (Branson/Kim, Colo.)
  • Chason Turner (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.)
  • Nate Nelson (Chester-Joplin-Inverness, MT)
  • Luke Kelley (Centerville, MT)
  • Cohen Rohde (Sumner Eddyville Miller, Neb.)
  • Maddox Jones (Sumner Eddyville Miller, Neb.)
  • Dylan Young (Hay Springs, Neb.)
  • Braden Steele (Borden County, Texas)
  • Ethan Kauffman (Whiteface, Texas)
  • Ayden Salazar (Jayton, Texas)
  • Gavin Wilbanks (Oakwood, Texas)
  • Jeremiah Rendon (Whiteface, Texas)
  • Cameron Grant (Three Way, Texas)

The coaching staff for Team USA is equally impressive, featuring experienced leaders like Scott Reed from Farson, Thomas Tritz from Coolidge, and Sam Weeldreyer from Baggs. These coaches come together to guide the players and prepare them for what promises to be an unforgettable game.

Team Canada Takes the Field

On the other side of the field, Team Canada is ready to bring its A-game. This talented squad features players from various regions, including:

  • Carter Harrod (Millwoods, Alberta)
  • Ethan Lizotte (Wakaw, Sask.)
  • Griffin Leblanc (Wakaw, Sask.)
  • Daxen Wilinski (Elrose, Sask.)
  • Dami Igbekoyi (Rosetown, Sask.)
  • And many more from across Saskatchewan and Alberta!

The Canadian team will also be led by skilled coaches, with Bob Mayo from Lemberg, Rod Harrod from Millwoods Christian, and Ryan Barnstable from Hafford on the roster. The experienced leadership should give Team Canada an edge as they strive to turn the tide in this storied rivalry.

A Welcome Return to Canadian Soil

This year’s game is especially significant as it marks the return of the CanAm Bowl to Canada after being hosted in the U.S. for several years. Local talent has always been a point of pride, and the West Central athletic director, Mitch Wintonyk, has expressed interest in hosting this exciting event more frequently in the future.

Since its inception in 1997, the CanAm Bowl has been a platform for showcasing recent high school graduates from both countries, and it’s clear that *excitement is in the air*, as players gear up for this spectacular showdown. So, mark your calendars! Whether you’re cheering for Team USA or Team Canada, the CanAm Bowl XXVII promises to be a football experience like no other.

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