Granite State Games 2026

Summer Games

Olympic-style multi-sport competition for New Hampshire’s top amateur youth athletes. Seven sports. Four regions. One champion.

About the Summer Games

Where Champions Are Made

The Granite State Games Summer Games bring together the best youth athletes from across New Hampshire for an Olympic-style competition unlike anything else in the state. Athletes are selected to represent one of four regions, competing not just for themselves, but for regional pride.

Based on the Olympic model, the Games feature an opening ceremony, round-robin tournaments, and championship finals. Every athlete receives top-notch coaching throughout the tournament, and the experience builds friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

The Games break down high school rivalry barriers and create life-long friendships. Athletes who have proven their abilities to excel on and off the field compete on a stage with other top competitors from throughout the state.

Event Details

Date July 18–19, 2026
Location NHTI, Concord, NH
Sports 7 Sports
Regions 4 Competing Regions
Eligibility NH Residents \\u0026amp; Students
Registration Via RunReg

Your Path to the Games

How It Works

1

Register

Sign up through RunReg for the sport(s) you want to compete in. Open to NH residents and full-time NH students.

2

Get Selected

Athletes are assigned to represent one of four regions based on their school or town location.

3

Compete

Join your regional team, meet your coaches, and compete in a round-robin tournament against the other three regions.

4

Championship

Top teams advance to championship games. Opening ceremony, fierce competition, and memories that last a lifetime.

Choose Your Sport

2026 Sports

Soccer Boys Learn More →
Soccer Girls Learn More →
🏑 Field Hockey Girls Learn More →
🏀 Basketball Boys Learn More →
🏀 Basketball Girls Learn More →
🥎 Softball Girls Learn More →
🏐 Volleyball Girls Learn More →

Compete For Your Region

Four Regions. One Champion.

Lakes
Region

Laconia · Meredith · Plymouth · Gilford & surrounding towns

View Region Towns →
Monadnock
Region

Keene · Peterborough · Jaffrey · Milford & surrounding towns

View Region Towns →
Coastal
Region

Portsmouth · Dover · Durham · Exeter & surrounding towns

View Region Towns →
Southern
Region

Nashua · Manchester · Salem · Derry & surrounding towns

View Region Towns →

Who Can Compete

Eligibility Requirements

Athlete Requirements

Must be a full-time resident of New Hampshire, OR

Must be a full-time student at a recognized academic institution in New Hampshire

Open to high school aged athletes (rising freshmen may be eligible for select sports)

Athletes are assigned to a region based on their school or town location

Some sports may hold selection sessions — check individual sport pages for details

Registration Info

Registration is handled through RunReg — our external registration partner

Registration fees are kept minimal — 70% of proceeds go back to the NH community

Need-based scholarships available through the Tom Ducharme Future Leadership Scholarship

Not sure which region you’re in? Check the region pages or contact us

Questions about eligibility? Reach out to us through the contact page

Meet the Leaders

Our Coaches & Directors

The Granite State Games are powered by dedicated coaches and sport directors who volunteer their time to make these games happen.

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Boys Soccer — Southern Region

Coach Name

School / Organization

Brief coaching background and experience. Years of involvement with Granite State Games and notable achievements.

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Girls Field Hockey — Lakes Region

Coach Name

School / Organization

Brief coaching background and experience. Years of involvement with Granite State Games and notable achievements.

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Girls Volleyball — Coastal Region

Coach Name

School / Organization

Brief coaching background and experience. Years of involvement with Granite State Games and notable achievements.

Ready to Compete?

Registration is handled through RunReg. NH residents and full-time NH students are eligible.

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