Showdown Camp 2025 at Bryant University

M2 QB Academy is owned and operated by Mike McCarthy. Mike is a 1st Ballot Hall of Fame Inductee, former 4 year starting Quarterback and all-time Total Yards and Touchdown leader for Bridgewater State University. In his 41 games as signal caller he amassed 7,478 yards and 83 touchdowns. Following his collegiate career, he signed 2 professional football contracts, playing for the Geneva Seahawks of the European Football League and the New Hampshire Brigade of the CAN-AM Indoor Football League. Following his playing career, he began developing Quarterbacks of all ages and accepted the role of Quarterbacks coach for Bridgewater State University. Since 2014, Mike has groomed and mentored over 200 QB's in the New England Area. In January of 2018 he launched "M2 QB Academy" out of Massachusetts, focusing on developing all aspects of the Quarterback position.Coach McCarthy has a unique perspective of the QB position from playing the game at a professional level, coaching the position at the collegiate level, and receiving a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. Combining these avenues has allowed him to formulate a unique holistic approach to teaching & training the Quarterback position. This approach has proven success from his athlete's at the collegiate, high school, and youth levels and his Academy has continued to evolve each year. To learn more about M2 QB Academy, visit the link for our website."I'm passionate about helping young athletes reach their maximum potential, and guiding them through the intricacies of the Quarterback position" - Mike McCarthyTestimonials:Steve Burton, CBS NEWS, Patriots Reporter“I’ve been fortunate to cover some of the greatest coaches in the world and learned from some of the best. But Mike McCarthy and his  M2 QB Academy can change the trajectory of an athlete and bring them to a whole different level. Not only does he teach his quarterbacks to think big, he trains them both mentally and physically and shows them how to become great leaders. He is by far one of the best in the nation”.Jason Lebeau, Head Football Coach, Western New England University"Coach McCarthy does an unbelievable job preparing Quarterbacks for the next level. I have seen guys come in so much more prepared to compete at a high level due to Mike McCarthys coaching of the fundamentals of playing the Quarterback position. I would recommend Coach McCarthy to anyone looking to improve their game"To see all testimonials, visitwww.m2qbacademy.com

M2 QB Academy

The 7th annual QB/WR/DB Showdown Camp at Bryant University. Open to classes 2026-2028.

Bryant University

This is the 7th Annual QB/WR/DB Showdown Camp hosted at Bryant University. <ul><li>This camp is open to any/all entrants - limited only by number/age/grade level and/or gender.</li><li>This is a QB/WR/TE/DB Camp for CURRENT high school athletes (2026-2028 classes)</li><li>This is a 2 -Day Camp and there will be 2 groups (AM group &amp; PM group) 3 hours each day. The AM Group is 10- 1 PM each day and the PM group is 3:30-6:30 PM each day.</li><li>There are limited spots available for all positions. QB spots are very limited due to allow for individualized coaching and a 5-1 QB to coach ratio.</li><li>Bryant University QB Coach Drew Anderson is the camp operator</li><li>Current/Former College Coaches and HS Coaches will be mentoring and coaching the attending athletes through innovative reactionary drills that translate directly to gameplay.</li><li>College Coaches from all divisions will be in attendance. Last year we had 48 schools attend throughout the weekend (D1-D3).</li></ul>Scroll down for more details. Quarterbacks that attend will be charted and graded on over 100 reps. The grades will be based on skill execution, play outcome, leadership ability, QB IQ, and poise to crown the top attending QB. Throughout the weekend leaderboards will be updated and posted based on overall score. This is a true test of what it will be like at the collegiate level. Our rubrics &amp; scoring system makes this camp very unique. This is New England's Premier QB camp for Exposure, Development, and Competition. The top 8 overall QB's will be crowned as the New England 8.Wide Receivers/ Defensive Backs that attend will be given gear, coached by current/former College coaches, scored , and top 5 performers will be crowned. There will be individual drills, 1 v 1 competitions both days, and 1/2 skelly and 7v7. Top performers will be selected to compete in the finals in front of the entire camp on Day 2. In order to get selected you must earn a wristband which will given out to top performers throughout the weekend. There will be media, as well as videographers and photographers in attendance.Scroll down for more details. Camp Details:. This is a 2 day QB/WR/DB camp, there are 2 camp times offered. Group #1 is 10 AM to 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 7th &amp; Sunday June 8th. Group #2 is 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm on Saturday June 7th &amp; Sunday, June 8th. Both of these camps will be competitive and high level. Athletes will receive Official Showdown Performance Gear. Check out our coaching staff below, that list will be continuously updated as we get closer to the camp.What to Bring: Each QB must bring a football with the athlete's name clearly marked on it, cleats, water, a hand towel, a notebook, a pen, and a competitive and receptive mindset!Location: Bryant University, Smithfield RI, Game Turf SHOWDOWN HEAD COACHESCamp Operator Drew Anderson, Current Bryant University Quarterbacks Coach, Former NFL QBMike McCarthy, HEAD QB COACH, Former Professional Quarterback &amp; College QB Coach, current owner of M2 QB Academy, Bridgewater State University Hall of Fame QB, has mentored over 800 QBs throughout the country since 2014, also a current Under Armour QB Coach.Scott Woodward, HEAD WR COACH , Former University of Kentucky WRs Coach, Former Pitt QB Coach, Current Middlesex Head Coach, 15+ years of college coaching experienceReggie Garrett, HEAD DB COACH, Former Temple Recruiting Coordinator, Former UMAINE DB Coach, Current owner of G3 Sports Performance, 10+ years of college coaching experienceAlex Mclaughlin, Former Bridgewater State University Quarterback Coach &amp; Pass Game Coordinator. 3 Time High School Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach, Former 1st Team All MASCAC QB and record holder, he was a 2 Year Captain at BSU. MIAA Superbowl Champion Quarterback for Littleton MA, and was selected to the super 26 All State Team. He is a Current M2 QB Coach and has mentored over 600 QBs in his years training quarterbacksJoe Clancy, Former Merrimack College (Division I, FCS) Quarterback Coach, Recruiting Coordinator, and Pass Game Coordinator. Former All American QB for Merrimack College. NE-10 all time conference leader in completions, 2x Conference MVP, and Former Professional QB for the AFL, FXFL, and European FootballSteve D'emilia, Former Bridgewater State University 3 Year Starting Quarterback, Captain, and record holder for multiple career and single season passing records. Current Bridgewater Raynham Coach. Steve has 5 Years of experience training over 500 QB's in the New England area.Eric McCarthy, Former College Football Coach at the University of Connecticut (Division I FBS), Pace University, and Plymouth State University Former Umass Dartmouth Quarterback, 15 years of Quarterback coaching experienceSean Green, Redzone Football Academy Founder and Head Coach of Portland HS in Maine, Has 10+ years of coaching experience, State Champion Coach in Maine.There will be multiple College Coaches/HS Head Coaches/College athletes that help out with our camp. Last year we had 38 coaches that helped coach the camp throughout the weekend.