He's been a star on the Bert Church Chargers Football team and now he's ready to represent Alberta.

17 year old Dakota MacKay, who plays receiver for the Chargers, was named to Football Alberta's U18 team. Mackay says it was a bit of a surprise.

"I was really excited. I wasn't sure if I was going to make it or not cause there were so many good players trying out. It was a cool feeling."

Mackay, who also plays for the Airdrie Raiders Midget team says it's a big milestone for him, as he continues to pursue his number one passion.

"It's pretty much everything...and school is the the other part, but I love talking about Football more than school."

The 40 man roster for Team Alberta will travel to Wolfville, Nova Scotia in July to compete in the Football Canada Cup.

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