In May 2018, 8 new teams were elected to the Draft Program. This time the students and staff of Riveria also had the chance to apply.
New team leaders:
- Marika Koskimäki, UEF (Joensuu)
- Kati Laine, UEF (Kuopio)
- Matti Ruuska, Karelia UAS
- Joni Piiroinen, Riveria
- Joona Räty, Riveria
- Haroun Vaneste, Riveria
- Joni Kettunen, Karelia UAS
- Sampson Andoh, UEF (Joensuu)
Extra funding received the following team leaders:
- Petteri Ryhänen, Karelia UAS
- Sakari Tolppanen, UEF (Joensuu)
- Kari Hiltunen, UEF (Joensuu)