ABOUT THE EVENT
What Is the Elite Combine?
The South Texas Elite Combine is a full-scale athletic testing event for young athletes in grades 1 through 12. Athletes will be measured, timed, and tested across six official combine drills, the same evaluations used at the college and professional level.
This is more than a camp. Athletes will be assigned to position-specific coaching groups and run through each event in a competition-style format. Standout performers will be bumped up into the next grade bracket to compete against higher-level talent.
Whether your athlete is chasing a roster spot, testing where they stand, or looking for their first real combine experience, this is the day to show up and put in the work.
Schedule
When & Where
Grades 1 – 7
12:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Athletes will be grouped by position type and assigned to a coach for the duration of the session.
Grades 8 – 12
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Competition-style format. Especially talented younger athletes may be moved up to this bracket.
The Tests
Combine Events
40-Yard Dash
The standard measure of straight-line speed. Electronically timed from a three-point stance.
Pro Agility 5-10-5
Tests lateral quickness and change-of-direction speed. Used at every level from youth combines to the NFL Scouting Combine.
L-Drill
A three-cone drill measuring agility, body control, and the ability to change direction at speed in tight spaces.
Broad Jump
A standing two-foot jump measuring explosive lower-body power and hip extension.
Vertical Jump
Measures vertical explosiveness. A key indicator of fast-twitch athleticism across all positions.
Height & Weight
Official measurements recorded for every athlete. Part of building a real combine profile.
Featured
Meet the Guest Coaches
Brandon “Bubba” Evans
Brandon “Bubba” Evans brings professional playing experience and elite-level coaching to the South Texas Elite Combine. Athletes will be coached and evaluated by someone who has competed at the highest level of the sport. His company, Optimal Performance Training, is co-powering this event alongside The Lion’s Den.
Kevin Short
Former NFL Cornerback · NJCAA All-American
Kevin Short brings professional football experience and elite defensive back knowledge to the South Texas Elite Combine. A First Team NJCAA All-American and former NFL cornerback, Short spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs, Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, and Los Angeles Rams before moving into coaching at the collegiate level. Athletes will get position-specific DB instruction from someone who has competed and coached at every level of the game.
Registration
Reserve Your Spot
$20
per athlete
FREE Lion’s Den shirt for every registered athlete
First 50 sign-ups receive an NFL Play 60 shirt
Position-specific coaching and official combine measurements
Payment accepted on-site: Cash • CashApp • Venmo • Zelle • Apple Pay
For Parents
What to Know
What to Bring
- Athletic clothing and cleats
- Water bottle
- Any necessary medications or medical devices
- A ready-to-compete attitude
Registration Info
- Pre-registration is encouraged but not required
- Walk-ups welcome, payment on arrival
- We will need: full name, age, grade, area, position, emergency contact, and medical conditions
- No maximum capacity. All skill levels welcome
Competition Format
- Athletes grouped by grade bracket and position
- Each group assigned to a coach for the session
- Standout athletes moved up to compete in the next bracket
- All results officially recorded
Questions?
Call or text Coach Dom for any questions about the event, registration, or what to expect on game day.
Event Powered By
Optimal Performance Training
