Atangana is among 100 high school football players selected by ESPN Recruiting for the national showcase

DALTON, Ga. — Dalton High School football player Franck Atangana has been selected by ESPN Recruiting to participate in the 2027 UA Next All-America Game, a national showcase for 100 of the nation’s premier high school football players.

Dalton High School and Dalton Public Schools will host a jersey presentation for Atangana at noon Oct. 28 at Dalton High School. The presentation will include the presentation of his honorary game jersey.

Atangana is scheduled to compete in the game Jan. 3, 2027, in Orlando, Florida, representing his school and community on a national stage.

Now in its 18th year, the UA Next All-America Game has showcased players who went on to successful college and professional careers. More than 375 game alumni have been selected in the NFL draft, including 100 first-round picks and four Heisman Trophy winners.

Dalton Public Schools congratulates Atangana on this achievement and looks forward to seeing him compete in the UA Next All-America Game.

For updates and information about the game, visit Under Armour Next or follow @UANextFootball on Instagram and X.

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