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, 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
Your Path to the Games
How It Works
Register
Sign up through RunReg for the sport(s) you want to compete in. Open to NH residents and full-time NH students.
Get Selected
Athletes are assigned to represent one of four regions based on their school or town location.
Compete
Join your regional team, meet your coaches, and compete in a round-robin tournament against the other three regions.
Championship
Top teams advance to championship games. Fierce competition, and memories that last a lifetime.
Choose Your Sport
2026 Sports
Compete For Your Region
Four Regions. One Champion.
Lakes
Region
Laconia · Meredith · Plymouth · Gilford & surrounding towns
Monadnock
Region
Keene · Peterborough · Jaffrey · Milford & surrounding towns
Coastal
Region
Portsmouth · Dover · Durham · Exeter & surrounding towns
Southern
Region
Nashua · Manchester · Salem · Derry & surrounding 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 — 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 offer their time to make these games happen.
Soccer Director
Tom Bellen
Executive Director, GSG
30+ years coaching in NH. Currently at Seacoast United (MLS Next Academy). Head Coach at Nashua South, winning 2 state titles. Assistant at St. Anselm College. Owner of Futsal NH.
Field Hockey Director
Laura McKelligan
Field Hockey Director
Overseeing the Girls Field Hockey program, coordinating regional coaches and tournament operations across all four NH regions.
Softball Director
Ed Shaughnessy
Softball Director
Coordinating the Girls Softball program across all four regions of the Granite State Games, ensuring competitive excellence for student athletes.
Ready to Compete?
Registration is handled through RunReg. NH residents and full-time NH students are eligible.
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Which Region
Are You In?
The Granite State Games divides NH into four competitive regions. Find your school, know your region, and compete with athletes from your area.