State Games of America
In today's world, State Games of America has gained great relevance and has become a topic of general interest for people of all ages and backgrounds. Since its emergence, State Games of America has captured the attention of many, generating debates, controversies and endless conflicting opinions. Its impact has been so significant that it has transcended cultural and geographical barriers, being the object of study and research in various fields of knowledge. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the phenomenon of State Games of America, analyzing its implications and consequences in today's society.
| Abbreviation | SGA |
|---|---|
| First event | 1999 |
| Occur every | Biennial |
| Website |
The State Games of America is a biennial amateur multi-sport event held in North America. It is organized by the National Congress of State Games. Athletes qualify for the Games by earning a medal in their respective State Games in the previous two years. Typically, over 12,000 athletes compete in the Games each time they are held.
History
| Year | Host City |
|---|---|
| 1999 | St. Louis, Missouri |
| 2001 | St. Louis, Missouri |
| 2003 | Hartford, Connecticut |
| 2005 | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| 2007 | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| 2009 | Colorado Springs, Colorado |
| 2011 | San Diego, California |
| 2013 | Hershey, Pennsylvania |
| 2015 | Lincoln, Nebraska |
| 2017 | Grand Rapids, Michigan |
| 2019 | Lynchburg, Virginia |
| 2022 | Ames, Iowa |
| 2024 | San Diego, California |
Sports contested
In 2011, athletes participated in 24 different sports in San Diego, California:
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References
- ^ 2011 State Games of America, archived from the original on 2011-08-11, retrieved 2011-08-04
- ^ Collins, Dan, "State Games celebrating 25 years in North Carolina", Winston-Salem Journal, retrieved 2011-08-04
- ^ "Colorado Springs lands state games again", Associated Press, 2006, retrieved 2019-01-04
- ^ State Games of America, 2011, archived from the original on 2011-07-30, retrieved 2011-08-04
- ^ "State Games of America", Alabama Sports Festival, archived from the original on 2012-03-14, retrieved 2011-08-04
- ^ State Games of America, 2015, retrieved 2014-06-15
- ^ On the 2017 State Games of America website, click on "Sport Listing." Retrieved 2016-10-23.
- ^ National Congress of State Games (2011), State Games of America, archived from the original on 2011-07-28, retrieved 2011-08-04
External links
- National Congress of State Games (NCSG) official website
- 2017 State Games of America official website
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