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Basketball - 3v3
Mar
22
9:00 AM09:00

Basketball - 3v3

Basketball - 3v3

DATE

March 22, 2026

LOCATION

University Prep Art & Design
485 W Milwaukee Ave
Detroit, MI 48202 (directions)

SCHEDULE

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

EVENT HOST

The Austin Foundation

FORMAT

3v3 tournament

Up to four players allowed per team

Ages 16-24

Please bring a valid ID for check-in. A school ID, state ID, or driver’s license is required to participate

Click here to read The Austin Foundation waiver

TOURNAMENT FEE

$10

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Bowling
Mar
8
9:00 AM09:00

Bowling

Registration is now closed. There will be no onsite registration. Thank you to all of those who have registered and good luck!

Bowling

DATE

March 8, 2026

LOCATION

Lucky Strike Grand Rapids
5656 Clyde Park Ave SW
Wyoming, MI 49509

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Eric Bottrall
waterboybowl@yahoo.com

REGISTRATION

There will be no onsite registration - event is full.

  • 0 of 108 spaces available

Pre-Registration closes March 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM

EVENT FEES

$20.00 until February 12th
$25.00 until March 5th
$30 - Onsite (if space is available)

DIVISIONS & TIMES

Youth Times: 9:00 am Adult Times: 9:00 am Seniors Times: 9:00 am
Age 11 & Under Mixed Male/Female Age 20-34 Female Age 55 & over Female
Age 12-15 Female Age 20-34 Male Age 55 & over Male
Age 12-15 Male Age 35-54 Female
Age 16-19 Female Age 35-54 Male
Age 16-19 Male

*Check in is one hour before start time

Age determination date is March 8, 2025

FORMAT

Each participant will bowl a total of 4 games and the total amount of pins knocked down in all four games will determine 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each age category above.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Wrestling
Mar
8
8:00 AM08:00

Wrestling

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Wrestling

DATE

March 8, 2026

LOCATION

Thornapple Kellogg High School
3885 Bender Rd
Middleville, MI 49333 (directions)

Schedule

9:00 AM start

HOST

MYWAY West Region

EVENT TYPE

Open, novice, and high school

Girls division ages 4-18 available!

Event Flyer coming soon!

COST

$25

Registration

Registration will open on the MYWAY website starting Monday, March 2 at 9:00 pm

Registration will close on Thursday, March 5 at 10:00 pm

ADMISSION

$6/adult

$3/child

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

MERCHANDISE

 

Fine Designs will be onsite at the event with custom merchandise!

 
 

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Basketball
Mar
7
to Mar 8

Basketball

Basketball

NOTE: Sunday is daylight savings time! We will be springing forward one hour.

DATES

March 7-8, 2026

LOCATIONS

NorthPointe Christian (Saturday only)
3101 Leonard St NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (directions)

Cornerstone University (Saturday and Sunday)
1001 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (directions)

SCHEDULE

Tournament schedule coming soon.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Gary Wilfong

wilfonggary@yahoo.com

HOSTED BY

HCAYB/The Circuit Youth Basketball Tournaments and AYBT

TOURNAMENT FEE

$395

4 games guaranteed

DIVISIONS

Boys Grade: 3rd - 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, JV, & Varsity
Girls Grade: 4th - 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, JV, & Varsity

REGISTRATION

Registration closes 2/28/26 at 11:59 pm

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Rules and regulations are coming soon.

EVENT ADMISSION

1-day pass for $15

Weekend pass for $25

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Sport Stacking
Feb
28
9:00 AM09:00

Sport Stacking

Registration Closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Sport Stacking

EVENT DATE

February 28, 2026

LOCATION

DoubleTree by Hilton
4747 28th St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (directions)

SCHEDULE

Schedule is coming soon!

HOW TO REGISTER

  1. Register with the State Games of Michigan using the button above.

  2. Click here to register with the WSSA.

To be considered registered, you MUST do both steps 1 and 2!

Registration closes 2/26/26

COST

$35 until February 15, 2026

$45 starting February 16 - February 26

EVENTS

Individuals

  • 3-3-3

  • 3-6-3

  • Cycle

Doubles

  • Age Division

  • Child/Parent

Relay

  • Timed 3-6-3

Hotel

To book your room at the DoubleTree by Hilton, click the button below!

QUESTIONS

For registration questions, please email info@stategamesofmichigan.com

For sport stacking questions, please email lberman@thewssa.com

Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

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Shooting Sports - Pistol
Feb
21
1:00 PM13:00

Shooting Sports - Pistol

  • Grand Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Ron Carr Memorial
Shooting Sports - Pistol

In fond memory of former Grand Rapids Rifle & Pistol Club President Ron Carr (3/22/1956 - 10/25/2021) who left the club far better than he found it. His contribution to the club, junior shooting sports, and the State Games has been immense and will be everlasting. Those that competed with or against him will never forget his ever-present smile, no matter the result. Ron's passion for precision shooting challenged us all to pursue that ever elusive perfect shot, even in the face of adversity.

NEW THIS YEAR: AIR PISTOL RELAYS WILL BE OFFERED DURING THE MORNING SESSIONS

DATE

February 21, 2026

LOCATION

Grand Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club
1331 Nagel Ave SW
Wyoming, MI 49509

TIME

9:00AM Relay (Air Pistol ONLY) - 10 spots left
11:00AM Relay (Air Pistol ONLY) - 5 spots left
1:00PM Relay (.22 caliber ONLY) - 0 spots left
2:00PM Relay (.22 caliber ONLY) - 0 spots left
3:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 0 spots left
4:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 2 spots left
5:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 0 spot left
6:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 0 spots left
7:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 6 spots left
8:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 7 spots left
9:00PM Relay (.22 caliber or Centerfire) - 10 spots left

  • Competitors registering for .22 caliber and Centerfire events are requested to shoot the .22 caliber events first.

VENUE INFORMATION

Range:

50-foot heated indoor range with 12 partitioned firing points. Each firing point has a bench which can be folded down, if desired. An air ventilation system continuously brings in fresh air. The range can accommodate air guns, .22LR, and most handgun cartridges. Magnum cartridges, centerfire rifles, and shotguns are prohibited.

Clubhouse:

The spacious clubhouse has tables and chairs throughout, a kitchenette, and two restrooms. Bottled water and soda are available for purchase at a nominal fee (cash only). Additionally, there is free public Wi-Fi access.

Targets:

The club has an Orion Scoring System for quick and accurate scoring.

Safety:

Competitors are expected to review and familiarize themselves with the range safety rules prior to the event: http://grrpc.net/about/range-rules

Eye and hearing protection are required. The use Empty Chamber Indicators (ECI) are required. Competitor are expected to furnish their own safety equipment. A limited number of eye and hearing protection will be available for purchase the day of the event for a nominal fee (cash only).

ENTRY FEES

Advanced Registration

$20 Per Event
$75 all Centerfire events
$75 all .22 events
$100 all Centerfire & .22 events
$110 all events

Onsite Registration

All entries are requested in advance. If range space is available, entries will be accepted onsite; however, there will be a $5 additional fee.  

$25 Per Event
$80 all Centerfire events
$80 all .22 events
$105 all Centerfire & .22 events
$115 all events

REGISTRATION

Registration closes 2/18/25

There is no longer a limit to the number of matches a competitor may enter. Entries are capped at 12 competitors per relay.

EVENTS

Competitors are permitted to enter each of the following events once. Competitors are encouraged to register for multiple events.

International Air Pistol One Hand Iron Sight                        NRA B-40

.22 Pistol One Hand Unsupported Any Sight                       NRA B-2, NRA B-3 Targets

.22 Pistol One Hand Unsupported Iron Sight                       11 x 17 Action Target

.22 Pistol Two Hand Unsupported Any Sight                       11 x 17 Action Target

.22 Pistol Two Hand Unsupported Iron Sight                      11 x 17 Action Target

Centerfire Pistol One Hand Unsupported Any Sight         NRA B-2, NRA B-3 Targets

Centerfire Pistol One Hand Unsupported Iron Sight          11 x 17 Action Target

Centerfire Pistol Two Hand Unsupported Any Sight          11 x 17 Action Target

Centerfire Pistol Two Hand Unsupported Iron Sight          11 x 17 Action Target

Additional Information

Air Pistol - Any safe 4.5 millimeter (.177 caliber) type of compressed air or CO2 pistol or revolver.

.22 Pistol - Any safe .22 caliber semi-automatic pistol or revolver may be used.

Centerfire Pistol - Any safe .32 caliber or above (9 MM, .38 caliber, .40 caliber, .45 caliber, etc.) semi-automatic pistol or revolver may be used. The use of magnum or +P ammunition is strictly prohibited.

Metallic, telescopic, or electronic sights are permitted, except for any sight that projects an image onto the target (e.g., laser sights).

CLASSES

Coed – Junior (Under 21)

Coed – Adult (21 - 59)

Coed – Senior (60 - 74)

Coed - Grand Senior (75+)

Age determination date is 2/21/26

COURSE OF FIRE

.22 Caliber & Centerfire
60 total shots (6 targets @ 10 shots each) fired at 50 feet. NRA Precision Pistol Rules shall govern unless otherwise specified.

  • Practice:

    • Unlimited shots in 5 minutes

  • Slow Fire:

    • 10 shot string in 7 minutes

    • 10 shot string in 7 minutes

  • Timed Fire:

    • 5 shot string in 20 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 20 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 20 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 20 seconds

  • Rapid Fire:

    • 5 shot string in 10 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 10 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 10 seconds

    • 5 shot string in 10 seconds

Air Pistol
60 total shots fired at 10 meters. CMP Air Pistol Competition Rules shall govern unless otherwise specified.

  • Practice:

    • Unlimited shots in 5 minutes

  • Match:

    • 20 shots in 25 minutes (10 shot per target)

    • 20 shots in 25 minutes (10 shot per target)

    • 20 shots in 25 minutes (10 shot per target)

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

QUESTIONS

For event specific questions, contact Sport Director Cameron Zwart at news@grrpc.net.

For registration help, contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.

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Disc Golf
Feb
21
10:00 AM10:00

Disc Golf

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Disc Golf

DATE
February 21, 2026

LOCATION

Hammond Park
890 Hammond Rd
Hastings, MI 49058
Directions

TIME

8:00-9:00 am - Sign In/Onsite Registration
9:30-9:45 am - Tee Time

There will be no onsite registration.

TOURNAMENT HOST

Grand Rapids Dogs of Disc

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Brandon Sorenson
GrandRapidsDogsofDisc@gmail.com

DIVISION & EVENT FEES

Mixed Pro Open (MPO): $60
Women’s Pro Open (FPO): $40
Mixed Pro 40+ (MP40): $60
Women’s Pro 40+ (FP40): $40
Mixed Amateur 1 (MA1): $55
Women’s Amateur 1 (FA1): $40
Mixed Amateur 40+ (MA40): $55
Women’s Amateur 40+ (FA40): $40
Mixed Amateur 50+ (MA50): $50
Mixed Amateur 55+ (MA55): $50
Mixed Amateur 60+ (MA60): $50
Mixed Amateur 65+ (MA65): $45
Mixed Amateur 70+ (MA70): $45
Mixed Amateur 2 (MA2): $55
Women’s Amateur 2 (FA2): $40
Mixed Amateur 3 (MA3): $55
Women’s Amateur 3 (FA3): $40
Mixed Amateur 4 (MA4): $50
Women’s Amateur 4 (FA4): $40
Mixed Junior 18 (MJ18): $35
Girls’ Junior 18 (FJ18): $30
Mixed Junior 15 (MJ15): $35
Girls’ Junior 15 (FJ15): $30
Mixed Junior 12 (MJ12): $35

EVENT INFORMATION

  • There is a $10 additional fee for players without current PDGA memberships.

  • This is a PDGA C tier event.

  • Pros and MA1 will be playing the Gold (long) tees 2 rounds and all other divisions will be playing from the Reds (shorts) so that we can beat the daylight.

  • Players will be competing for medals, prizes (CTPs & LPs), optional ACE Pool (on site entry only) , optional 50/50 (on site entry only), and disc golf items for placement in their AM division.

  • Singles tournament.

  • Registration closes February 20, 2025 at 8:00 pm.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division.

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


SPONSORS

A big thank you to all of the event sponsors!

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Fencing
Feb
21
9:00 AM09:00

Fencing

  • West Michigan Fencing Academy (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Fencing

EVENT DATE

February 21, 2026

LOCATION

West Michigan Fencing Academy
3518 Plainfield Ave NE, Suite B
Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (Directions)

SCHEDULE

Events Scheduled (All events must have at least 4 participants or it will be mixed)

  • Please note, there are only events for the following age groups:

    • Youth 10

    • Senior

    • Veteran

    • Youth 12

Click here to view the complete schedule!

COST

Youth Tournament Y8 - Y14. Cost is $40 for preregistration. $50 at the door. $25 for each additional event. Y14 events are sanctioned event, all others are unsanctioned.

TOURNAMENT INFORMATION

  • This event is not restricted to Michigan fencers. For eligibility questions, please email Courtney at croberson@stategamesofmichigan.com.

  • USFA Membership is required

  • USFA rules and equipment requirements apply

    • If you only have a high school competition membership, you will need to upgrade to a full competitive membership

  • This tournament is a Walk N Roll, so if any parafencers sign up, we will follow the Walk N Roll rules in the Athlete's Handbook

    • The tournament is seeded based upon the ratings of all fencers. The parafencers and able-bodied fencers will be able to earn ratings from this event based upon the USA Fencing Event Classification Chart. During the competition, all able-bodied fencers will compete against each other using traditional able-body rules. When two parafencers, or an able-bodied and parafencer, fence in pools or direct elimination bouts, the bout will take place in a seated position using parafencing rules.

  • Registration closes February 19, 2026.

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Barb Nemecek
nemos3@aol.com

EVENT HOST

West Michigan Fencing Academy

AWARDS

Meijer State Games of Michigan gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded in each division

merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Judo (Grand Rapids)
Feb
21
9:00 AM09:00

Judo (Grand Rapids)

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Judo

DATE

February 21, 2026

LOCATION

Kroc Center
2500 S. Division
Grand Rapids, MI 49507 (directions)

Maximum of 200 Competitors

  • 47 of 200 slots available


CHECK IN, WEIGH IN, & COMPETITION TIMES

ENTRY FEES

Shiai:

Same person entering more than one division:

First Division = $60.00

Additional Divisions = $40.00 each

Kata:

Same team entering more than one division:

First Division = $60.00 per team

Additional Divisions = $40.00 each

DIVISIONS

Girls - All divisions have light, middle and heavy

  • 6 & 7 year olds

  • 8 year olds

  • 9 and 10 year olds

  • 11 and 12 year olds

  • 13 and 14 year olds

  • 15 and 16 year olds

Boys - All divisions have light, middle and heavy

  • 6 & 7 year olds

  • 8 year olds

  • 9 and 10 year olds

  • 11 and 12 year olds

  • 13 and 14 year olds

  • 15 and 16 year olds

Senior Men - All divisions have light, middle, and heavy

  • white/green/blue belts

  • Brown belts

  • Black belts

  • *(Brown belts may enter black belt divisions)

Senior Women - All divisions have light, middle, and heavy

  • white/green/blue belts

  • Brown and black belts

Masters

Yudansha (black belt) Division and Mudansha (non black belt) Division

  • 30 - 39 year olds - light, middle and heavy

  • 40-year-olds and older - light, middle and heavy

Kata

  • Nage no Kata

  • Katame no Kata

  • Ju no Kata

  • Kime no Kata

  • Goshinjutsu Itsutsu no Kata

  • Koshiki no Kata

ELIGIBILITY

  • All contestants must provide a valid USJF, USJA, or USA Judo card. Foreign contestants must have the proper ID from their home country.

  • You must present the primary membership card that shows the insurance coverage is current. If you do not present the membership card, you must purchase a membership card on site.

  • Each athlete is required to sign a waiver either online.

MATCH INFORMATION

True Double Elimination (6 or more in a division) and Round Robin (5 or less in a division)

  • Juniors - 2 minutes (for 6 & 7 year olds), 3 minutes (for 8 & older)

  • Seniors Men & Women - White, Green - 3 minutes

  • Senior Men & Women – Brown & Black belt - 4 minutes

  • Masters - 3 Minutes

RULES

The current contest rules of the International Judo Federation (I J F) as modified. 

  1. GOLDEN SCORE will apply to ALL DIVISIONS.- A score of Yuko ends the match.  For 6 & 7 year olds and Masters the Golden Score Match time is one minute. Should no difference of positive score exist at the end of this extra time, as determined by the referee the winner of the match will be decided by the following criteria: the player with the 1) fewest number of penalties, 2) action closest to a positive score, 3) highest number of valid attacks. For all other divisions, Golden Score duration is unlimited.

  2. NO kansetsu waza (Arm Locks) allowed in Junior or Novice Divisions.

  3. NO Shime waza (Chokes) allowed in Novice Divisions
    i. Shime waza allowed for 13 years of age and older Advanced Divisions

  4. Kansetsu waza allowed in all senior divisions for those Sankyu and above only.  (Minimum age to enter senior division is 16 years.)

  5. Anyone 60 or over cannot do Shime waza, and cannot have Shime waza done on them.

  6. Reverse Seoinage: In all (A) age group categories BELOW CADETS and (B) ALL NOVICE categories, Tori is NOT ALLOWED, and will be penalized with SHIDO.

  7. Double Knee Drop Seoinage: No Double Knee Drop Seoinage for 12 yrs and under.

  8. All competitors must bring a white and blue belt to wear for competition.  If you only have one gi, it must be white to compete and when you are on the blue side you must have a blue belt!

  9. There may be co-ed competition for competitors 8 years and under.

  10. Mat Size – Two 8 meter x 8 meter competition areas with 3 meter safety area on perimeter and 4 meters between competition areas.

  11. Head Diving, Head, & Neck Usage: These actions are STRICTLY PROHIBITED while in TACHIWAZA (standing position) and is APPLICABLE TO ALL CATEGORIES.

     A. The TORI (attacker) may NOT “dive”, onto the tatami by bending forward and downward while performing or attempting to perform techniques such as Uchimata, Haraigoshi, Seoinage, Taiotoshi, Kataguruma, Tsurigoshi, and etc. Additionally, it is forbidden to somersault forward when the UKE (receiver/defender) is on the shoulders or the back of the TORI. In these situations, the TORI will be penalized with a DIRECT HANSOKUMAKE. The DIRECT HANSOKUMAKE will DISQUALIFY the TORI from further competition for the rest of the tournament.

B. The UKE is STRICTLY PROHIBITED from using their head on the tatami/mat to defend against the TORI’s attack/technique. Should the UKE, in this situation, use their head on the tatami/mat, the UKE will be penalized with a DIRECT HANSOKUMAKE. The DIRECT HANSOKUMAKE will DISQUALIFY the UKE from further competition for the rest of the tournament

EVENT PACKET

REGISTRATION

There will be no onsite registration.

There is a maximum of 200 athletes that will be allowed to compete.

Registration closes February 18, 2026 at 11:00 PM. Entry fees are NOT REFUNDABLE. All pooling will be done the evening before the tournament. Athletes will still be required to check in on Saturday morning; however, there will be no late entries.

AWARDS

Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each division.

SPECTATOR FEE

$5 per person
Free ages 7 and under

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

QUESTIONS

For Judo questions contact Sport Director Neil Redding at Neilredding555@hotmail.com or Assistant Director, Jim Murray at murrayjim@charter.net.
For registration questions or help contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

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Shooting Sports - .22lr Rifle Benchrest (Grand Rapids)
Feb
19
5:00 PM17:00

Shooting Sports - .22lr Rifle Benchrest (Grand Rapids)

  • Grand Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Ron Carr Memorial
Shooting Sports - Rifle

We are excited to introduce a new Event to the 2026 Winter Games: .22 lr Rifle!

In fond memory of former Grand Rapids Rifle & Pistol Club President Ron Carr (3/22/1956 - 10/25/2021) who left the club far better than he found it. His contribution to the club, junior shooting sports, and the State Games has been immense and will be everlasting. Those that competed with or against him will never forget his ever-present smile, no matter the result. Ron's passion for precision shooting challenged us all to pursue that ever elusive perfect shot, even in the face of adversity.

DATE

February 19, 2026

LOCATION

Grand Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club
1331 Nagel Ave SW
Wyoming, MI 49509

TIME

6:00PM Relay - 5 spots left
7:00PM Relay - 9 spots left
8:00PM Relay - 11 spots left

VENUE INFORMATION

Range:

50-foot heated indoor range with 12 partitioned firing points. Each firing point has a bench which can be folded down, if desired. An air ventilation system continuously brings in fresh air. The range can accommodate air guns, .22LR, and most handgun cartridges. Magnum cartridges, centerfire rifles, and shotguns are prohibited.

Clubhouse:

The spacious clubhouse has tables and chairs throughout, a kitchenette, and two restrooms. Bottled water and soda are available for purchase at a nominal fee (cash only). Additionally, there is free public Wi-Fi access.

Targets:

The club has an Orion Scoring System for quick and accurate scoring.

Safety:

Competitors are expected to review and familiarize themselves with the range safety rules prior to the event: http://grrpc.net/about/range-rules

Eye and hearing protection are required. The use Empty Chamber Indicators (ECI) are required. Competitor are expected to furnish their own safety equipment. A limited number of eye and hearing protection will be available for purchase the day of the event for a nominal fee (cash only).

ENTRY FEES

Advanced Registration

$20 – one event
$30 – both events

 

Onsite Registration

All entries are requested in advance. If range space is available, entries will be accepted onsite; however, there will be a $5 additional fee.  

$25 – one event
$35 – both events

REGISTRATION

Registration closes 2/16/26

Competitors are permitted to enter the event twice, once in unlimited class, once in factory class. Entries are capped at 12 competitors per relay.

EVENTS

Competitors are permitted to enter the event twice, once in unlimited class, once in factory class.

  • .22 LR (Rimfire) Bench Rest Unlimited Class: There are no weight limits, no dimensional restrictions to barrels, stocks, or limits on scope magnification. Any rest may be used to shoot from the bench, so long as any such rest prevents the barreled action from being affixed to the bench in an immovable manner.

  • .22 LR (Rimfire) Bench Rest Factory Class: Any magazine or tube fed rifle in production that is readily available with a MSRP of less than $1,250. Competitors may load the ammunition one round at a time, if desired. Modifications to the rifle such as rechambering the barrel, adding weight to stock, adding attachments to the barrel such as a tuner or adding plates to the forearm of the stock are prohibited. One-Piece rests are prohibited. Two-Piece rests are allowed. Bipods are allowed. Any optic is allowable and may be attached to the rifle as originally designed by the manufacturer.

CLASSES

Coed – Junior (Under 21)

Coed – Adult (21 - 59)

Coed – Senior (60 - 74)

Coed - Grand Senior (75+)

Age determination date is 2/18/26

COURSE OF FIRE

  • Number of Shots: 60

  • Rifle: Any firearm chambered for the .22 Long Rifle cartridge may be used. Rifles will be categorized as “unlimited” or “factory” class.

  • Distance: 50 foot

  • Target: USA/NRA 50. Two targets shall be mounted simultaneously.

  • Sighting Shots: Unlimited number of sighting shots may be fired any time.

  • Shooting Time: 20 minutes for each set of targets (20 records shots). 

  • Target Height: Target height may be adjusted at competitor discretion.

  • Scoring: Decimal scoring will be utilized. Scoring will be conducted by the Orion Scoring System.

  • Ties: Ties will be broken high score on the last target. If the sixth target is also the same score, the fifth target, etc. will be used to break the tie.

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

QUESTIONS

For event specific questions, contact Sport Director Cameron Zwart at news@grrpc.net.

For registration help, contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.

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Curling
Feb
14
4:30 PM16:30

Curling

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Curling

Grab your stones and brooms for our Curling event during our 2026 Winter Games! This event aims to welcome athletes from across the Midwest to compete in this Olympic-style event. There will also be an Opening Ceremony you won’t want to miss! Check out the information below for Curling and we look forward to seeing you there.

EVENT DATE

February 14, 2026

LOCATION

Lakeview Arena - Olson Rink
401 E Fair Ave
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

ELIGIBILITY

Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Canadian athletes are welcome to participate at the Marquette Winter Games.

SCHEDULE

Saturday morning: 8 AM - 11 AM

Saturday evening: 6 PM - 10 PM

COST

$175/team until December 31, 2026

$185/team starting January 1, 2026

4-5 players per team

REGISTRATION

Registration closes January 17, 2026

EVENT HOST

Marquette Curling Club

FORMAT

  • 8 teams max

  • If needed, teams will be given a learn-to-curl session before playing.

  • 3 games minimum.

  • This will be in a hockey rink; plan for conditions accordingly.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded. Event medalist will be determined by win/loss record.

merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Archery Indoor
Feb
14
to Feb 15

Archery Indoor

  • West Michigan Archery Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Archery - Indoor

Get your bow and arrow ready for the indoor Archery event during the annual 2026 Winter Games! No membership to USA Archery or NFAA Archery required for this shoot. The State Games of Michigan is a non-profit, multi-sport, Olympic style organization that hosts Summer and Winter Games. This will be an exciting event for all competitors you won’t want to miss!

EVENT DATES

February 14, 2026 OR February 15, 2026
*It is not a requirement to shoot both days.

LOCATION

West Michigan Archery Center
3500 Ten Mile Rd.
Rockford, Michigan 49341
Directions

Session times

Schedule is subject to change
Saturday:
1:00 PM

  • 20 yards - 25 spots left

  • 10 yards (Cubs only) - 5 spots left

Sunday:
9:00 AM

  • 20 yards - 37 spots left

  • 10 yards (Cubs only) - 5 spots left

1:00 PM

  • 20 yards - 29 spots left

  • 10 yards (Cubs only) - 2 spots left

A lunch break of approximately 30 minutes will take place each day.

An awards ceremony will take place upon receipt of all score sheets and compilation of scores.

OVERVIEW

West Michigan Archery Center mission is to promote and advance the sport of archery by providing education, competition, and recreation opportunities to individuals, families, and the community.

West Michigan Archery Center is a non-profit, volunteer run, archery club. We have a 20 yard indoor range, outdoor target range and 24 target 3D course spring through fall.

There will be snack concessions available during the event. This is a CASH ONLY concessions; debit and credit cards will NOT be accepted.

DIVISIONS

AS OF THE DAY OF THE SHOOT

  • Cub: ages 8 - 11 years

  • Youth: ages 12 - 14 years

  • Young Adults: ages 15 - 17 years

  • Adult: ages 18 - 49 years

  • Seniors: 50+ years

FEES

Pre-registration fees:

  • Cub, Youth, and Young Adult Divisions - $20

  • Adult and Senior - $30

Please note there will no onsite registration.

BOW STYLES

Bow Style: Freestyle

  • Freestyle

  • Bow Hunter Freestyle

  • Bare Bow

  • Traditional Longbow, Recurve

All divisions, with the exception of Cubs, will shoot at the 20-yard line.

Cubs will shoot at the 10-yard line.

SHOOTING RULES

Each lane has four targets, a top row and a bottom row of two target faces each. Archers assigned to the bottom row shoots first, followed by the top row archers.  At the half archers with from bottom move to top, top to bottom.

Each archer shall shoot his/her arrows in ends of 3 arrows each with a time limit of 2 ½.

There shall be 20 ends, totaling 60 arrows, with a possible score of 600.

Divisions will shoot on either the 40 cm Vegas three-spot target face with gold – red– blue (10-9-8-7-6) scoring areas or the 40 cm single-spot face with 10 through 1 scoring. The center “baby” x shall be scored as an “x” on the score card, not a 10.   The x-ring will be a tiebreakers.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

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Karate
Feb
14
10:00 AM10:00

Karate

  • East Rockford Middle School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Advanced registration is now closed. Onsite registration will be available the day of the event.

Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Karate

EVENT DATE

February 14, 2026

LOCATION

East Rockford Middle School
8615 9 Mile Road NE
Rockford, MI 49341 (directions)

Click here to view the parking map and entrance.

SCHEDULE

10:00am - 10:40am Registration
10:45am Rules Meeting - Mandatory
11:00am Competition begins
(Subject to change)

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Sensei Jon Ruiter
senseiruiter@gmail.com

ENTRY FEES

Pre-registration: $40 for the first event and $5 for each additional event

After February 1: $50 for the first event and $5 for each additional event

Registration closes February 11, 2026

Onsite Registration Available at a Higher Rate

FORMAT

The Meijer State Games of Michigan Open Karate Championships will be open to all styles and schools within the state of Michigan and surrounding states.

DIVISIONS

Categories: Forms, Weapons, and Sparring
Adults: Brown Belts & under, Black Belt
Senior (40+), Super Senior (55+) and Youth (6 to 17): Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced
Novice = less than 1.5 years (white, orange, yellow belts) 6th KYU and Below
Advanced = 1.5 years or more (blue, brown and black belts) 5th KYU and Higher

*Must have at least 5 participants to hold a division

RULES

Click here to view competition rules.

SPECTATOR FEE

$5 for adults
$3 for children 12 and younger

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Judges are asked to wear a uniform if judging

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division and gender (youth divisions will not be separated by gender).

merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Bowling
Feb
8
12:00 PM12:00

Bowling

  • River Rock Lanes and Banquet Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Bowling

EVENT DATE

February 8, 2026

LOCATION

River Rock Lanes and Banquet Center
1011 N Rd
Ishpeming, MI 49849 (directions)

ELIGIBILITY

Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Canadian athletes are welcome to participate at the Marquette Winter Games.

REGISTRATION

Onsite registration is available for this event.

Registration closes 2/5/26

EVENT FEES

$20.00 until January 31st
$25.00 until February 5th
$30 - Onsite (ends at 11:20 AM)

  • High school bowlers will receive half off registration costs!

    • $10 until January 31st

    • $12.50 until February 5th

    • $15 - Onsite (ends at 11:20 AM)

DIVISIONS & TIMES

Youth Times: 12:00 pm (noon) Adult Times: 12:00 pm (noon) Seniors Times: 12:00 pm (noon)
Age 11 & Under Mixed Male/Female Age 20-34 Female Age 55 & over Female
Age 12-15 Female Age 20-34 Male Age 55 & over Male
Age 12-15 Male Age 35-54 Female
Age 16-19 Female Age 35-54 Male
Age 16-19 Male

*Check in is one hour before start time

Age determination date is 2/8/26

FORMAT

Each participant will bowl a total of 4 games and the total amount of pins knocked down in all four games will determine 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each age category above.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division.

QUESTIONS

For bowling specific questions, please contact tournament director Clay Sandberg at riverrocklanesandbanquetcenter@gmail.com.

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Wrestling
Feb
8
9:00 AM09:00

Wrestling

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Paul Bunyan Classic
Wrestling

DATE

February 8, 2026

Location

Superior Dome - Northern Michigan University
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

SCHEDULE

9:00 AM - Doors open and check-in begins

10:00 AM - Wrestling starts

Host

MYWAY U.P. Elite

EVENT TYPE/INFORMATION

Open (novice not offered)

Concessions will be available

Click here to view the event flyer.

ELIGIBILITY

MYWAY membership is not required; open to everyone!

Cost

$20 for MYWAY wrestlers

$25 for non-MYWAY members

REGISTRATION

Registration will open on the MYWAY website starting Monday, February 2 at 9:00 pm

Registration will close on Thursday, February 5 at 10:00 pm

ADMISSIONS

$6/adult

$3/child

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

merchandise

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

EVENT SPONSORS/HOSTS

NMU National Training Site

MYWAY Wrestling - Far North

Northern Michigan University Women’s Wrestling

U.P. Elite Wrestling Club


Prepare for the Games

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.


STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athlete who places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

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Luge
Feb
7
3:30 PM15:30

Luge

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Luge

If you enjoy sledding, then this one is for you. This event is perfect for individuals and families who are concerned about equipment and experience. Participants will learn on-site and be given a chance to go for gold. All equipment is provided and athletes will get 3 practice runs before they’re timed. Competitors then get to tell their friends and family that they went on the only full-length natural luge track in the United States!

EVENT DATES & TIMES

February 7, 2026

  • 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

LOCATION

The Lucy Hill Luge Run
Upper Peninsula Luge Club
230 E County Rd
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

ELIGIBILITY

Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Canadian athletes are welcome to participate in the Marquette Winter Games.

RACE DIRECTOR

Robb Cookman
uplugeclub@gmail.com

EVENT HOST

Upper Peninsula Luge Club

COST

15 & under: $30

16 and over: $40

REGISTRATION

Registration closes: February 5, 2026

EVENT DETAILS

  • Participants receive 3 practice runs followed by 2 runs for time.

  • Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded to the top three in each division and gender.

  • Medals will be mailed out to participants following the Saturday runs.

  • Wear warm clothing, but nothing extremely bulky.

    • Bring warm clothing to wear between runs/while resting!

  • All equipment, including cleats, will be provided.

    • You may bring your own helmet if it has ear coverings.

  • Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.

  • Participants may show up anytime during the allotted time above to do the course.

  • This track is the only natural luge track in North America - be sure to have fun and enjoy the experience!

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


Prepare for the Games

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Sled Hockey
Feb
7
2:00 PM14:00

Sled Hockey

Sled Hockey

We are excited to partner again with our friends at the Sled Cats to have a sled hockey demo! This is a great chance to see the team in action, understand what they are doing in the community, and how you can be involved.

Event date

February 7, 2026

LOCATION

Lakeview Arena - Olson Rink
401 East Fair Ave
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

TIME

2:00 - 3:30 PM

EVENT DETAILS

The Marquette Sled Cats will be doing a demo/inter-team scrimmage. Come support your community team and learn how you can get involved!

State Games of Michigan

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

PARTNERS

Sled Hockey in the U.P. and the Sled Cats are partners with SAIL, the disability network of the Upper Peninsula. You can view SAIL’s mission, see what they are up to, and donate today.


Prepare for the Games

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Shooting Sports - .22 LR Rifle (Marquette)
Feb
7
9:00 AM09:00

Shooting Sports - .22 LR Rifle (Marquette)

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Brett French Memorial
Shooting Sports - .22lr Rifle Benchrest

In fond memory of Brett French, a longtime member and President of the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club, with exceptional dedication, guiding us through a time of change and bringing new life, direction, and purpose to our organization. With his vision, integrity, and deep passion for shooting sports, he revitalized the club and transformed it into the thriving, welcoming, community we are proud of today. His hard work, enthusiasm, and genuine care for our members leave a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire us for years to come.

DATE

February 7, 2026

LOCATION

Negaunee Rod & Gun Club
335 North Road
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

TIME

2/7 @ 9:00 AM - 3 spots left
2/7 @ 11:00 AM - 0 spots left
2/7 @ 1:00 PM - 2 spots left
2/7 @ 3:00 PM - 5 spots left

VENUE INFORMATION

Range:

The Negaunee Rod & Gun Club is located in the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and offers unparalleled, year-round rifle, pistol and shotgun shooting opportunities. Participants in the .22lr Rifle Benchrest Competition will shoot a series of three (3) American Rimfire Association (ARA) .22lr benchrest targets that are set at a distance of 50 yards while enjoying the comfort of the Club’s enclosed and heated firing points. Each firing point (10 in total) is equipped with its own bench and seat. Participants should plan on providing their own benchrests, sandbags, seat cushions, etc. for use at their assigned firing point shooting station.

Clubhouse:

The Negaunee Rod & Gun Club offers a spacious clubhouse that is equipped with tables and chairs, a kitchen, and two restrooms. Lunch and refreshments will be available for purchase at a nominal fee (cash and credit cards are accepted).

Targets:

American Rimfire Association (ARA) .22lr benchrest targets will be utilized for the .22lr Rifle Benchrest Competition. The Negaunee Rod & Gun Club utilizes a target scanning scoring system for quick and accurate scoring. Each target will be scored with a perfect score being recorded as 2,500 points.

Safety:

Safety is paramount at the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club! Competitors are expected to review and abide by all Range Safety Requirements before participating. Each participant must abide by all Range Safety Officer instructions at all times and they must sign the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club’s Waiver and Release form (available the day of the event).

The use of eye and hearing protection is mandatory! The use of an Empty Chamber Indicator (ECI) is also required. Competitors are expected to furnish their own firearms, ammunition, ECI, benchrests, sandbags, seat cushions, and safety equipment. A limited number of eye and hearing protection will be available for use by the competitors the day of the event.

ENTRY FEES

Advanced Registration (through 2/5 at 11:59 PM)

  • $30 for one relay

Day-of Registration (2/7 )

  • $35 for one relay

Participants requiring special accommodations, including multiple registrations during a single day, are encouraged to email Ashley Pietro at negauneerodandgun@gmail.com.

REGISTRATION

Advanced registration closes February 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Onsite registration available if space is available

EVENTS

Participants will have the option to either shoot a factory approved rifle or an unlimited rifle. If you are unsure which category you fit in, please visit this link.

Participants will be assigned to one of the event’s two Divisions according to their gender (i.e., male or female).

CLASSES

Participants will compete in their Age Class according to their age as of February 7, 2026. The following Age Classes will be utilized for the event:

  • Youth: age 12 and under (parent or guardian must be present),

  • Junior: ages 13 through 17 (parent or guardian must be present),

  • Adult: ages 18 and over.

COURSE OF FIRE

Participants should plan to arrive at the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club at least one hour ahead of their scheduled shooting time. Participants will shoot a total of 75 shots at three (3) American Rimfire Association (ARA) .22lr Benchrest targets (25 shots per target). The targets will be set at a distance of 50 yards from the shooter’s firing point. Participants will have a total of 20 minutes to shoot each target. A round is expected to take approximately one hour 30 minutes to complete, so shooters are encouraged to plan accordingly.

A final score will be recorded for each participant consisting of the sum total of the scores shot for each of the three (3) targets. A perfect score for the round will be recorded as 7,500 points. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals will be awarded to the top three shooters, respectively, for each Category (male or female), Age Class (Youth, Junior and Adult), and Division (Factory or Unlimited).

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each class, division, and male and female categories.

QUESTIONS

For event specific questions, contact Sport Director Ashley Maki at negauneerodandgun@gmail.com.

For registration help, contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Shooting Sports - Shotgun
Feb
7
9:00 AM09:00

Shooting Sports - Shotgun

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Brett French Memorial
Shooting Sports - Shotgun

In fond memory of Brett French, a longtime member and President of the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club, with exceptional dedication, guiding us through a time of change and bringing new life, direction, and purpose to our organization. With his vision, integrity, and deep passion for shooting sports, he revitalized the club and transformed it into the thriving, welcoming, community we are proud of today. His hard work, enthusiasm, and genuine care for our members leave a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire us for years to come.

DATE

February 7, 2026

LOCATION

Negaunee Rod & Gun Club
335 North Road
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

TIME

Saturday:
2/7 @ 10:00 AM - 3 spots left
2/7 @ 11:00 AM - 5 spots left
2/7 @ 12:00 PM - 0 spots left
2/7 @ 1:00 PM - 2 spots left
2/7 @ 2:00 PM - 4 spots left

VENUE INFORMATION

Clubhouse:

The Negaunee Rod & Gun Club offers a spacious clubhouse that is equipped with tables and chairs, a kitchen, and two restrooms. Lunch and refreshments will be available for purchase at a nominal fee (cash and credit cards are accepted).

Safety:

Safety is paramount at the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club! Competitors are expected to review and abide by all Range Safety Requirements before participating. Each participant must abide by all Range Safety Officer instructions at all times and they must sign the Negaunee Rod & Gun Club’s Waiver and Release form (available the day of the event).

The use of eye and hearing protection is mandatory! A limited number of eye and hearing protection will be available for use by the competitors the day of the event.

ENTRY FEES

Cost of Participation is $50 per person. Onsite registration will be accepted at a higher rate if space is available.

Participants requiring special accommodations are encouraged to email Ashley Maki at negauneerodandgun@gmail.com.

REGISTRATION

Advanced registration closes 2/5/26

Onsite registration available if spots are available.

CLASSES

Participants will compete in their Age Class according to their age as of February 7, 2026. The following Age Classes will be utilized for the event:

  • Youth: age 10 through 17 (parent or guardian must be present),

  • Adult: ages 18 and over.

COURSE OF FIRE

Participants should plan to arrive at the club 2 hours ahead of their scheduled start time to provide an adequate opportunity to register and become familiar with the Club's Skeet and Trap Fields and modes of operation. 

  • Each participant will shoot two rounds of Skeet and two rounds of Trap (25 targets each round) for a total of 100 targets.

  • Shooters will be squadded as groups of up to 5 shooters per squad.

  • Shooters can register to shoot on the same squad as another shooter when they register.

  • In the event of a tie, the shooter that breaks the longest series of targets from the start of the event will be declared the winner. If initial attempts to break a tie from the start are unsuccessful, the shooter that breaks the longest of series of targets from the end of the event will be declared the winner. 

  • Participants must provide their own shotgun (12 gauge or smaller bore), ammunition, and eye and hearing protection.

  • Participants must use ammunition that is no longer than 2 3/4" with a shot size that is equal to or smaller than 7.5 shot.

  • Participants should be familiar with the rules of Skeet and Trap shooting and all related Range Safety and shooter etiquette practices.

AWARDS

Medals will be awarded to the top three shooters in each class: Men's, Women's, Youth - Boys (ages 10 to 17 years old) and Youth Girls (ages 10 to 17 years old).

  • High Overall (100 targets)

  • High Skeet (50 targets)

  • High Trap (50 targets)

QUESTIONS

For event specific questions, contact Sport Director Ashley Pietro at negauneerodandgun@gmail.com.

For registration help, contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Archery Indoor
Feb
7
to Feb 8

Archery Indoor

  • Straight Line Archery (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Archery - Indoor

Ready for a Yooper Archery Experience, grab your gear, come and join us for the Indoor Archery aspect of the annual 2026 Winter Games! The State Games of Michigan is a non-profit, multi-sport, Olympic-style organization that hosts the Summer and Winter Games. This will be an exciting event for all competitors of all abilities.

You won’t want to miss this one!

EVENT DATES

February 7 - 8, 2026

LOCATION

Straight Line Archery
1705 Ash St #4
Ishpeming, MI 49849 (directions)

SESSION TIMES

Saturday: 3D shot in one (1) Hour blocks, starting at 9:00 am
Sunday: Vegas Round - two sessions beginning at 9:00 am & 1:00 pm


FEES

Youth/Senior/Adult - $30

Combined events - $45

AVAILABILITY

Saturday, February 8 (3D)

  • 9:00 AM - 4 spots left

  • 10:00 AM - 4 spots left

  • 11:00 AM - 8 spots left

  • 12:00 PM (noon) - 9 spots left

  • 1:00 PM - spots left

  • 2:00 PM - 10 spots left

  • 3:00 PM - 9 spots left

Sunday, February 9 (Target (Vegas))

  • 9:00 AM - 28 spots left

  • 1:00 PM - 33 spots left

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Randall Wellings
randallwellings@gmail.com

CATEGORIES

These categories are for both the 3D and Vegas rounds.

Archers, Male/ Female must compete in one of the designated age categories:

  • Youth - Ages 12 through 17

  • Adult - 18 years and older

  • Senior - 50 years of age and older

  • Silver - senior 60 years of age and older

SHOOTING STYLES/RULES

Shooting Styles

·     Barebow

·     Freestyle Bowhunter

·     Freestyle Limited

·     Freestyle

Equipment must meet NFAA rules.

 

NO SKY DRAWING!    NO SKY DRAWING!    NO SKY DRAWING!

3D Round

3D will be thirty targets, three targets from ten stations.

Targets are laid out amongst simulated forest settings. Each target shooting positions will provide a clear and safe, yet challenging shot.

Scoring will be 10-8-5 with the location of the ten zone indicated by an ORANGE dot.

Note: Whilst the 1 hour set for each round should be ample time to shoot and score, the tournament director will indicate if shooters are moving too slow.

A warm-up area is available for those who are, “Next on Deck” with 15 minutes being allowed prior to shooting.

 

Vegas Round

We will shoot one round of 30 arrows for the session. Archers should indicate their choice of target face 3 spot or single.

There are 40 shooting spots available at each time slot, two shooting lines (A and B line) on 10 bales.

We will be following NFAA ruling on timing for the tournament.

Archers will be assigned a target and will be grouped for group scoring. Manual scoring will be used with two scorecards per archer.

Archers should be familiar with tournament scoring. Non-archers (including coaches and parents) are not allowed down-range without specific permission from the Tournament Director.

EVENT INFORMATION

Concessions will be available.

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each event and division.

OVERVIEW

Straight Line Archery is in its 28th year of operation as a complete archery experience. Though, over these years we have seen some amazing changes take place, we continue to strive and keep focus on our primary goal, which is to afford folk the best possible experience on their archery journey.

We pride ourselves on our ability to service every customer’s needs, no matter what they might be, and in doing so, seize upon every opportunity to highlight what Straight Line Archery has to offer through our leagues and tournaments.

To be host of the archery aspect of the Meijer Winter Games gives Straight Line Archery another opportunity to provide existing archers an exciting round of competition, whilst exposing less experienced persons to the wonderful sport of competitive target archery.

MERCHANDISE

merchandise

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athlete who places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Opening Ceremony
Feb
6
6:00 PM18:00

Opening Ceremony

Cauldron Lighting in Marquette

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HEIKKI LUNTA WINTER FESTIVAL

The Cauldron Lighting for the Winter Games will be held Friday, February 6, 2026 in Downtown Negaunee.

Join us February 6th, 2026 on Iron Street in Downtown Negaunee for the fourth annual Marquette Winter Games Opening Ceremony! All registered athletes and spectators will receive free admission.

WHAT

The Heikki Lunta Winter Festival is inspired by the Heikki Lunta snow god folklore that originated in the Upper Peninsula. The festival is a celebration that leans into the winter season and includes snowshoe tours, ice fishing, fireworks, and much more. Come celebrate February 6-8 in Negaunee!

WHEN

Friday, February 6th, 2026

WHERE

Downtown Negaunee (outside of Love & Bicycles)
340 Iron Street
Negaunee, MI 49866
Directions

Time

6:00 PM start

Map

Heikki Lunta Winter Festival activities will be taking place all over Negaunee, MI. The festival’s hub will be found in the Social District of Downtown Negaunee. Click on the map below to expand.

 
 

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Athlete Grab Bag @ 5:00 PM outside of Love & Bicycles

    • Participants of the Games are welcome to come to our Athlete Grab Bag station to pick up our welcome bag for competing.

  • Paralympian appearance by Evan Medell, a two-time bronze medalist in Para Tae Kwon Do in both 2020 and 2024

  • Olympian appearances from Andy Bisek, 2016 Rio Wrestler, and Shane Heams, 2000 Sydney baseball gold medalist

  • Volunteers sponsored by PFN

  • Lighting of the Cauldron

  • Rail Jam Competition

    • The ski and snowboard rail jam competition (register here) as part of the State Games will take place after the lighting of the cauldron.

Evan, who is carrying the Meijer State Games of Michigan torch this year, hails from Grand Haven, Michigan and started competing in Tae Kwon Do in 2008 at the age of 11. Picking up the sport fast, he gained international experience starting in 2015 at World Championships, becoming the youngest athlete to ever compete in the event at the age of 18. Since then, he has earned 2 Paralympic bronze medals, one each at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Paralympics. This earned him the honors of being the first ever United State Paralympic Tae Kwon Do medalist.

Andy Bisek, an Olympian and two-time World Championship Greco-Roman wrestler representing Team USA. A Minnesota native, Bisek attended Northern Michigan University to join the USOEC. After graduating in 2010, he relocated to Colorado Springs, CO to train at the Olympic Training Center. He won bronze in the 2014 & 2015 World Championships and gold at the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto. After competing in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Bisek joined the NMU Greco-Roman coaching staff and is currently the head coach, where he won the 2024 USA Wrestling Greco-Roman coach of the year.

Shane Heams, a 2020 Sydney baseball Olympian and gold medalist. A Temperance, Michigan native, Heams was a key pitcher on the team and helped lead the United States to the top of the podium. He additionally played both AA and AAA professional baseball, notably with the Detroit Tigers affiliate Toledo Mudhens.

 

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Thank you to the sponsors of the Marquette Winter Games!

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Ski/Snowboard - Rail Jam
Feb
6
4:00 PM16:00

Ski/Snowboard - Rail Jam

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Ski and Snowboard - Rail Jam

Join us at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival to hit some tricks at the Rail Jam event during the 2026 Winter Games! This Olympic-style event welcomes athletes from across the Midwest and will also include an Opening Ceremony. Check out the information below for the Rail Jam and we look forward to seeing you there!

EVENT DATE

February 6, 2026

LOCATION

Downtown Negaunee
Iron Street
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

 

SESSIONS

Open Jam- This session is dedicated to athletes who want a friendly, low-stakes opportunity to try out a few new tricks. Awards will not be given to participants in the Open Jam session.

Open Class - Athletes will get as many runs as they can complete in 30 minutes. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place finishers.

SCHEDULE

Open Jam: 5:30 PM

Open Class: 6:30 PM

COST

Open Jam: $10

Open Class: $20

REGISTRATION

Onsite registration will be available at Love and Bicycles shop prior to the Open Jam.
Love and Bicycles
340 Iron St.
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

Pre-registration closes February 5, 2026.

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

AWARDS

Awards will only be awarded to athletes competing in the Open Class division.

Cash prizes* and medals will be awarded for first, second, and third place.

* Cash prize amounts are dependent on the amount of entries.

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Figure Skating
Feb
6
to Feb 8

Figure Skating

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Figure Skating

Sharpen up your skates and get ready for the Figure Skating event during the 2026 Winter Games in Marquette! This Olympic-style event welcomes athletes from across the Midwest and will also include an Opening Ceremony. Check out the information for Figure Skating below and we look forward to seeing you there!

EVENT DATE

February 6 - February 8, 2026

LOCATION

Berry Events Center
1401 Presque Isle Ave
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

SCHEDULE

Click here to view the event schedule!

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Click Here to view the event announcement

ELIGIBILITY

Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin*, and Canadian athletes are welcome to participate at the Marquette Winter Games.

*If you are a Wisconsin athlete looking to compete in figure skating or cross country skiing, please email Julie at jcullen@stategamesofmichigan.com prior to registering to get permission from the Badger State Games to participate.

EVENT HOST

Marquette Figure Skating Club

EVENT DIRECTOR

Jordan Grawien
jegrawien@gmail.com

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

EVENT INFORMATION

This event will be held in conjunction with the Ron Carlson Marquette International Open.

AWARDS

Meijer State Games of Michigan gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for the top three placements. Ribbons will be given to all other placements.

STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

 
》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.


STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athlete who places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

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Cross Country Skiing - Nordic
Feb
1
10:00 AM10:00

Cross Country Skiing - Nordic

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Cross Country Skiing - Nordic





EVENT DATE

February 1, 2026

LOCATION

Hanson Hills
7601 Old Lake Road
Grayling, MI 49738
Directions

TIME

10:00 AM - Heat 1
10:02 AM - Heat 2
10:04 AM - Heat 3
10:06 AM - Heat 4
10:08 AM - Heat 5

RACE DIRECTOR

Justin Andre
director@hansonhills.org

Registration

Registration closes January 30th at 6:00 PM

COST

$30

RACE INFORMATION

  • Distance - 14k

  • 25 races per wave

  • This event is self-seeded. Faster racers: choose heat 1

COURSE

Hilly terrain. Classical race with interval starts.
Great rolling course with perfect set track!

STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN WAIVER

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

AWARDS

Gold medals will be awarded.

MeRCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

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Snow Volleyball
Feb
1
9:00 AM09:00

Snow Volleyball

Update as of Tuesday, February 3rd: The Winter Games Snow Volleyball tournament has been canceled for the 2026 Winter Games.

Snow Volleyball

EVENT DATE

February 7, 2026

LOCATION

Jackson Mine Park (southside of the playground)
199 Tobin St
Negaunee, MI 49866 (directions)

Eligibility

Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Canadian athletes are welcome to participate at the Marquette Winter Games.

SCHEDULE

Start time is 10 am.

Schedule will be determined based on teams registered.

REGISTRATION

Registration closes February 5, 2026

EVENT FEES

$40/team

DIVISIONS

  1. All Female

  2. Co-ed (must have at least one male on the the team)

A minimum of four players is required. Teams may have a fifth as a sub.

FORMAT

Pool play with a three-game minimum followed by medal games. Not all teams will advance to medal games.

Depending on the number of entries, we may separate teams into two divisions: A (competitive) and B (recreational). There will be a 20 team limit.

RULES

  • Officials will not be provided, so please call out the score prior to every serve, and quickly resolve any rules disputes with a replay, or rock-paper-scissors.

  • For safety - no metal spikes, cleats, or other such footwear permitted

  • Match is 2 sets to 21 in pool play

  • Up to 3 contacts per side

  • No contact with the net

  • Rally scoring - point per serve

  • Switch sides every 10 points

  • Cannot pursue ball onto the neighboring court

  • Hand-setting rules loosened significantly

  • There is no front row or back row in 4 on 4.  Everyone may hit.  

  • You may play the same position the whole time, just determine and stay in a service order.

  • Please have captains report scores to us after each game. The top teams from each pool will advance to a medal game.

  • The nets and poles are temporary. For everyone's safety, encourage your team to avoid contact with the net.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded.

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

QUESTIONS

For snow volleyball-specific questions, please contact registration@stategamesofmichigan.com.

PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

Click each title for more information

》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

Join us as we officially kick off the Winter Games in Negaunee on Friday, February 6th at the Heikki Lunta Winter Festival.

All athletes, families, and friends are welcome to attend.

》Hotel

Hotel

Meijer State Games of Michigan athletes receive a discounted rate for the Marquette Winter Games at Staybridge Suites! Click the button below to book your room now.

Staybridge Suites
855 W Washington St
Marquette, MI 49855 (directions)

》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Cross Country Skiing - Freestyle
Jan
31
10:00 AM10:00

Cross Country Skiing - Freestyle

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Cross Country Skiing - Freestyle

EVENT DATE

January 31, 2026

LOCATION

Forbush Corner
4971 County Road 612
Frederic, MI 49733

SCHEDULE

10:00 AM - 16k start

10:30 AM - 5k start

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Early Registration deadline is January 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Late Registration closes on January 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Onsite Registration will be available at a higher cost

Click here to view the paper registration form

REGISTRATION FEES

Early Registration

  • Seniors: $40

  • Juniors: $25

Late Registration

  • Seniors: $45

  • Juniors: $25

Onsite Registration

  • Seniors: $50

  • Juniors: $30

COURSE INFORMATION

DISTANCE

16 km*

  • *A tough and hilly 16K Michigan Cup race! Bring your A-game.

5 km

STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN WAIVER

All pre-registered athletes MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division and age group.

RACE DIRECTORS

Todd Hubbard & Ann Wagar
info@forbushcorner.com

merchandise

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

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Ninja
Jan
31
9:00 AM09:00

Ninja

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Ninja

EVENT DATE

January 31st, 2026

LOCATION

Tri-County Ninja
14283 Fenton Road
Fenton, MI 48430

Tentative SCHEDULE

Waves will begin with a Walkthrough. Please Check-In at least 15 minutes prior to your wave start time.

7U: 8:30 am - 10 am
9U: 10 am - 12:30 pm
11U: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
13U: 3:30 pm - 5 pm
15U and Up: 5 pm - 7 pm

DIVISONS AND FEES

  • 7U

  • 9U

  • 11U

  • 13U

  • 15U & Up

All events are $45.

TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR

Edward McNulty
staff@tricountyninja.com

EVENT INFORMATION

This event will be head to head ninja races.

REGISTRATION

To find your time slot and register, please select the “classes” tab at the top and select the date range in which your competition falls.

State Games of Michigan Waiver

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

AWARDS

Gold, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded for each division and gender.

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

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Goalball
Jan
24
8:00 AM08:00

Goalball

  • Orchard United Methodist Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who have registered and Good Luck!

Goalball

Join us in welcoming goalball as part of the 2026 Winter Games! This event will host athletes from the surrounding area in a fun-filled, competitive event. Check out the page below for more information on the adaptive sports invitational and we hope to see you there!

Date

January 24, 2026

Location

Orchard United Methodist Church
30450 Farmington Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (directions)

WHAT IS GOALBALL?

First introduced in the 1976 Paralympics, goalball was designed for athletes with visual impairments. Each team attempts to score goals against their opponents as quickly and skillfully as possible.

To read more about the sport, click here to visit the IBSA Goalball governing body website.

Click here for a YouTube video to learn more about Goalball in the Paralympic Games.

The University of Michigan partnered with the Michigan Blind Athletic Association to create a video diving deeper into the sport. Click here for more!

TIME

Gameplay will begin at 8 am and will conclude at 9 pm.

Each team will play a game in the morning session (8am – noon), afternoon (1pm – 4pm), and late afternoon (4:30pm – 7:30pm). These times are approximate. There will be opportunities for training/instruction on-court between the sessions.

SCHEDULE

DIVISIONS

Men’s

Women’s (if enough teams register)

TOURNAMENT FEE

TBD

TOURNAMENT STRUCTURE

TBD

STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN WAIVER

All pre-registered players MUST go through the Meijer State Games of Michigan portal for waivers. Please note that going through this link does NOT register you or your team for this event.

To access this link, please click here.

AWARDS & PRIZES

Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

MERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

QUESTIONS

For Goalball questions and registration assistance: contact sport director John Kusku at john.altan.kusku@gmail.com


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Darts - Steel Tip
Jan
9
3:00 PM15:00

Darts - Steel Tip

Update as of Friday, January 9th: The Winter Games Dart tournament has been postponed to the Summer Games. Come back soon for more information.

Darts - Steel Tip

EVENT DATE

TBD

LOCATION

TBD

TIME

1:00 PM - Onsite sign up
2:00 PM - Event starts

COST

Cost is TBD

TBD onsite

REGISTRATION

Each Participant must register individually.

Pre-registration closes TBD

Onsite registration available

FORMAT

  • 501, Cricket, Choice

  • True double elimination

  • 18+ event only

AWARDS

Winners will receive gold, sliver, and bronze medals along with cash prize (For Adults 18 & over)

Men’s Singles

  • 1st Gold Medal + $200.00

  • 2nd Silver Medal + $100.00

  • 3rd Bronze Medal + $50.00

Women’s Singles

  • 1st Gold Medal + $200.00

    2nd Silver Medal + $100.00

    3rd Bronze Medal + $50.00

Blind Draw Doubles

  • 1st Gold Medals + $300.00 (Team)

    2nd Silver Medals + $200.00 (Team)

    3rd Bronze Medals + $100.00 (Team)

2026 Winter Games mERCHANDISE

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.



QUESTIONS

For Darts Questions, please email Christi Osmolinski at christi@osmolinski.net

For Registration Questions, please email Courtney Miner at cminer@stategamesofmichigan.com


STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

This event is a qualifying event for the 2026 State Games of America. Any athletes who place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd has the opportunity to compete in the 2026 State Games of America hosted in Happy Valley, PA.

Visit the State Games of America website for more information and to get registered for #SGA2026.

 
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Snowshoeing
Dec
1
to Mar 1

Snowshoeing

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who are competing and good luck!

*if you have registered, please don’t forget to send your times to our event coordinator to post final results at croberson@stategamesofmichigan.com.

Snowshoeing

Explore all a Michigan winter has to offer with the 2026 Winter Virtual Games Snowshoeing event! Registrants will receive a Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games gold medal and a shirt. Track your time using your favorite running app or device and snowshoe your preferred distance. Once you are done, come back and submit your time and photos to let us know you’ve finished!

DATE

December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

LOCATION

This event is virtual, so find your own favorite trail.

COST

$30

Includes a Meijer State Games of Michigan gold medal and merchandise. Shipping is included as well.

DISTANCES

1 mile
5K
10K

You may submit times for all race distances with one registration.

AGE DIVISIONS

12 & Under
13-18
19-29
30-39
40-49
50+

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

  1. Register with the link above by March 1, 2026.

  2. Starting December 15, snowshoe 1 mile, 5K, or 10K. Be sure to follow all rules of the trail!

  3. Come back here to submit your time(s) to info@stategamesofmichigan.com.

  4. Share you photos and come back to see the final results!

MERCHANDISE

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.


PREPARE FOR THE GAMES

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》Opening Ceremony

OPENING CEREMONY

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》Hotel

Hotel

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》Plan your trip to Marquette

MARQUETTE VISITOR INFORMATION

Be sure to check out the abundance of activities and attractions that Marquette has to offer when you are not competing! Click here for more information and ideas.

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Swimming Postal
Dec
1
to Mar 2

Swimming Postal

Registration is now closed. Thank you to all of those who are competing and good luck!

*if you have registered, please don’t forget to send your split sheets to our event coordinator to post final results at croberson@stategamesofmichigan.com.

Swimming - Postal

DATES

December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

LOCATION

Your local pool (remote event - swim at a location convenient for you)

COST

Individual - $10
Relay - $15
Team - $20

Only one registration is needed for the relay and team events. Every swimmer must be registered as an individual to compete in the relay or team events.

EVENTS

1 Hour Individual Race
1 Hour Relay Race (3 or 4 members) 
1 Hour Small Team Race (Teams of 5 to 9 members)
1 Hour Large Team Race (Teams of 10 or more members)

* All swimmers must register for the individual race. Relay and team results will be based on each individual swimmer’s time sheet.

CATEGORIES & DIVISIONS

Individual Race: Open to all ages. Men and women compete separately in their respective age groups. Age groups include 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99, 100+

Relay Race: 3 male relay, 3 female relay or 4 mixed relay (2 male and 2 female)  Ages: 8 & Under, 11 & Under, 13 & Under, 15 & Under, 17 & Under 

Team Race (Small Team): 13 & Under, 17 & Under

Team Race (Large Team): 17 & Under 

Age determination date is March 1, 2026

FORMAT

Swimmers may use any stroke for their swim and change strokes throughout their 1-hour swim. Each member of a relay will swim their 1-hour race individually and their yards from their individual race will be combined to get the relay's results. Each relay member must be registered individually. Individuals in a relay do not need to swim their relay portions at one time or in succession.

Individual Race
Individuals will have 1 hour to swim as far as possible. Meijer State Games of Michigan medals will be given in each category based on the total distance swam in the allowed time.

Relay Race
Relay Teams will consist of three divisions: 3 male, 3 female, or 4 mixed (2 male and 2 female). The relay will be scored on the cumulative yardage of each member from their individual swims. The top relay teams in each division will be awarded Meijer State Games of Michigan medals based on the cumulative distance each member swam in 1 hour. Each relay member MUST be registered for the individual event in order to compete as a relay.

Small and Large Teams
The team score will be based on the average yards swam from the individual event. The first-place team in both the small and large team divisions will be awarded a Meijer State Games of Michigan High Point Champion banner. Each team member MUST be registered for the individual event in order to compete as a team.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Step 1: Register for the individual event above. See below for additional information on how to register for relay/ team events.

Step 2: Print out the Meijer State Games of Michigan Postal Swim split sheet and record every 500 meters/yards. Click Here to download.

Step 3: Email your split sheets to Courtney at croberson@stategamesofmichigan.com. You may email in a scanned copy of your split sheet or a photo taken of it will work as well.

Split sheets must be sent by March 1, 2026.

Relays & Small/Large Teams: Register with the product above. Each relay/team member must be registered in the individual event. Relay & Teams will be asked for each relay/team member’s name. Please enter the names of all participants when prompted to do so, completed by the coach or parent/guardian. The distance used for each person in the relay will be the distance reported from their individual event.

RULES

  • Competitors can register as many times as they would like, and the fastest verified result will be used for their official entry.

  • Each swimmer must have a verifier to count laps and record cumulative splits every 500 yards or 500 meters. The event may be timed with either a stopwatch or an electronic timing device. One person may serve as a counter for a maximum of two swimmers per heat.

  • The event will follow USMS Rules, including USMS Rule 102.12.1 regarding swimwear.

  • Drafting, flotation, and propulsive devices, including but not limited to pull buoys, fins, paddles, snorkels, and wet suits, are not permitted.

  • No more than two swimmers may share a lane. If a lane is shared, each swimmer must stay on his or her side of the lane during the entire event (that is, no circle swimming).

  • An adult acting as a starter, head-timer, or referee shall be present at all times during the swim.

  • Each swimmer must have a verifier to count laps and record cumulative splits every 500 yards or 500 meters. The event may be timed with either a stopwatch or an electronic timing device. One person may serve as a counter for a maximum of two swimmers per heat.

merchandise

2026 Winter Games Merchandise

The 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Winter Games merch is here! Whether you're competing or cheering from the sidelines, show off your support with our crewneck, available in youth and adult unisex sizes.

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