TAHLEQUAH, Okla. – The First Americans Bowl, presented by 7 Clans Talent Agency, has entered a three-year partnership with FloSports making FloCollege the exclusive home for the annual contest.
FloCollege features more than 25,000 live events, plus replays, highlights, rankings, original programming and year-round coverage from more than 20 NCAA college conferences across Division I, Division II, and Division III.
“This event is about much more than a football game. It is an opportunity to provide much-needed representation and a platform to celebrate the First Americans whose history and culture remain an important part of who we are today,” said John Sisemore, Founder of the First Americans Bowl.
“The First Americans Bowl is also a celebration of our Founding Four Fathers and the values, traditions, resilience, and spirit that have been passed down through generations. It provides an opportunity to continue sharing and showcasing the many positive contributions of Native Americans while creating opportunities for the next generation.”
“The First Americans Bowl is about much more than football. It's an opportunity to recognize the history and contributions of our tribal nations while bringing people together through a game we love,” said Cherokee Nation Deputy Principal Chief Bryan Warner.
“As Cherokees, we're proud to support an event that honors who we are and reflects the values of our citizens. We believe the First Americans Bowl will become a lasting staple for northeast Oklahoma, bringing schools and people together for years to come."
The First Americans Bowl was created to highlight high-level collegiate competition while promoting long-term visibility and opportunity for Indigenous and disadvantaged athletes. Proceeds from the game directly support scholarships, youth sports programs, and community initiatives that benefit Indigenous and less advantaged athletes, while the game itself serves as an annual celebration of culture, athletic excellence, and community impact and support.
As the event enters its second season, the First Americans Bowl has quickly emerged as one of the premier postseason events in NCAA Division II football. Last season’s bowl game was the third-highest attended postseason contest at the Division II level, with the matchup between Northeastern State and East Central commencing in front of 4,977 spectators.
“The First Americans Bowl is the type of event that FloCollege was built for,” said John Turner, GM of FloCollege. ”We are designed to elevate those sports and events often overlooked by traditional media and will provide it with a platform on our channel that can reach more audiences than ever before.”
FloSports has committed more than $75 million to conference partnerships, broadcast infrastructure, content development and marketing. Its partnership with Prime Video is part of a strategy to help drive further revenue and investment into its representation of college athletics at every level. Earlier this summer, FloCollege also announced the FloCollege CSC Spotlight Award, recognizing outstanding College Sports Communicators (CSCs) across partner conferences with a grand prize of $5,000.
The First Americans Bowl helps raise funds and awareness to support Indigenous and minority student-athletes who deserve the opportunity to pursue higher education, develop their talents, and create a better life for themselves and their families.
“A college education can change the trajectory of an entire family, not just for one generation, but for generations to come. That is the true purpose of the First Americans Bowl: To honor our heritage. To celebrate our culture. To create representation. To provide opportunity. And to build a legacy for generations to come.” Sisemore said.
“The First Americans Bowl is our way of using the power of athletics to tell a story, celebrate a culture, and open doors for young people who deserve the opportunity to succeed. We honor the past. We invest in the present. And we build the future.”
The 2026 First Americans Bowl is scheduled to take place on Dec. 5 at Doc Wadley Stadium in Tahlequah on the campus of Northeastern State University. Organizations interested in sponsorship packages are encouraged to visit https://www.7-clans.com/join for tier levels, benefits, and activation opportunities.
About FloSports
FloSports is the leading digital platform for underserved sports, combining live and on-demand streaming, original programming, data, and technology to help sports grow their audiences and build sustainable businesses - from youth to professional levels.
By bringing thousands of events and communities onto one platform, Flo creates a scale where none previously existed, connecting passionate fans with the sports they love while giving athletes, organizers, and rights holders the tools to reach and engage a global audience.
Flo streams more than 55,000 live events annually across sports including motorsports, wrestling, hockey, track & field, cheer, jiu-jitsu, NCAA Division II and III athletics, and more. It partners with more than 325 organizations such as NASCAR, USA Wrestling, Varsity Spirit, the American Hockey League (AHL), High Limit Racing, the Tour de France, the Wanda Diamond League, and 20+ NCAA conferences, to bring world-class competition to fans around the world.
For more information, visit flosports.tv.