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NFL Canada is proud to announce the return of the NFL Way to Play Award for high school-aged football players across the country. For 10 weeks during the regular season, we will recognize one player each week who exemplifies proper playing technique to make impactful plays. The winner will be selected by a panel of representatives from the NFL Canada Football Development Committee and featured on TSN.ca and in a special segment during the NFL broadcast live on CTV each Sunday. To further honour their achievement, the high school of each award recipient will receive a $3,000 equipment grant through Football Canada.

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Nominations for 2024 are now closed. Stay tuned for the 2025 season.

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Davis Sanchez

Davis Sanchez

NFL and CFL game analyst on TSN, Three-time Grey Cup Champion

Mike Thomas

Mike Thomas

Director of Operations, Football Saskatchewan and League Convenor, RYFFL

Aaron Geisler

Aaron Geisler

Executive Director, Football Ontario

Mark Harrison

Mark Harrison

High School Football Coach

Gord Grace

Gord Grace

President, Ontario University Athletics (OUA)

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How long is the NFL Canada Way to Play Award program?

The NFL Canada Way to Play Youth Award is a 10-week long initiative that takes place during the regular season from Week 2 to Week 11.

How do I submit a nomination?

You can nominate a high school aged football player through our official NFL Canada Way to Play Award submission form — here.

What is the age requirement for nominees?

Eligible nominees for the NFL Canada Way to Play Award must be high school football players who are no older than 18 years of age.

Who selects the NFL Canada Way to Play Award recipient?

The winner will be selected by a panel of six representatives from the NFL Canada Football Development Committee. More information about the committee is detailed in the above section.

What criteria is used to select the NFL Canada Way to Play Award recipient?

The NFL Canada Football Development Committee will select the player who demonstrates the most positive impact on the game through proper technique, including tackling, blocking, footwork, discipline, and vision.

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