A: Athletes may bring their own snacks but any venue rules for bringing in outside food and beverages must be followed. We will let athletes know if concessions will be available at the venue.

Q: Are kisser buttons and peep sights allowed for Archery competitions? In the compound release competition, are 1 pin mover type sights allowed?

A: Athletes are able to use kisser buttons and peep sights with compound bow events. They are not permitted for use with barebow bows and barebow events as they are forms of sighting and are illegal.

Q: Are archers 75+ required to shoot the same distances as younger contestants?

A: All archery age groups shoot the same distances at the National Senior Games competitions.

Badminton

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

A: Many qualified athletes are successful in finding partners through the Team/Partner Finder accessible at NSGA.com/NationalGames. You can post your partner request and/or view other entries. Athletes are responsible for contacting each other, verifying qualification in the sport/event and registering as partners prior to the National Senior Games registration deadline. NSGA and the competition directors WILL NOT assign partners at the Games.

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

A: Doubles partners who qualify together at the State Senior Games are not required to play together at the National Senior Games. Reference Rule E-DOUBLES PARTNERS in the current NSGA Rulebook available at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Basketball

Q: How long will basketball games be?

A: At the National Senior Games, playing time shall be two halves of 15-minutes for all age groups. The exception would be for the following age divisions: 75+ women’s teams and 80+ men’s teams. If both captains of teams in these divisions agree, prior to the game, to play 12-minute halves, it shall be permissible.

Q: What size and brand of basketball is used for mens and womens competition?

A: A 28.5 ball is used for women; the circumference of the basketball shall be within a maximum of 29 inches and a minimum of 28 ½ inches. A 29.5 ball is used for men; the circumference of the basketball shall be within a maximum of 30 inches and a minimum of 29 ½ inches. When the specific brand of the ball is determined this information and other details will be available on the sport specific webpage at NSGA.com/Sports.

Q: How can I view my roster?

A: After a manager/captain completes a team registration, the roster can be viewed through the Athlete Portal, https://registration.nsga.com/portal.asp. Use your email and password to log in. Click on My Teams, then View My Teams. Select the name of your current team to view the roster.

Q: Do I have to pay a registration fee if I am just the coach and not a player?

A: Each team member (players and non-playing coaches, non-playing captains & non-playing bench personell) must pay the processing fee to be added to a team roster. Only team members who are registered and listed on the team roster will be permitted in team areas.

Q: Can my team reserve a court or field for practice?

A: Fields and Courts are on a first come first serve basis for practice. During practice the fields/courts will be monitored to make sure that teams get a fair chance to practice.

Q: Are teams allowed to bring coolers (holding water, sports drinks and soda) into the venues?

A: Water stations will be available to all athletes. The venue rules for bringing in outside food and beverages must be followed. We will let the captains of the teams know if outside items are allowed and if concessions will be available.

Q: Where can I find a player for my team that is competing at Nationals? How can I find a team to play with at the National Senior Games. The team I qualified with is not attending or already has a full roster for Nationals?

A: Many captains/team managers looking for players and qualified athletes looking for teams are successful in finding players/teams through the Team/Partner Finder accessible at NSGA.com/NationalGames. You can post your player/team request and/or view other entries. Athletes are responsible for contacting each other, verifying qualification in the sport/event and registering prior to the National Senior Games registration deadline. NSGA and the competition directors WILL NOT assign players to teams at the National Senior Games.

Bowling

Q: What is the dress code for bowlers?

A: Reference Rule J-UNIFORMS AT THE NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES PARTICIPANTS in the current NSGA Rulebook at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

Q: Where can I find a bowling partner for Nationals?

How can I find a Bowling Team to compete with at the National Senior Games?

How can I find an athlete to join my Bowling Team?

A: Many qualified athletes are successful in finding teams/partners/players through the Team/Partner Finder accessible at NSGA.com/NationalGames. You can post your partner request and/or view other entries. Athletes are responsible for contacting each other, verifying qualification in the sport/event and registering as partners prior to the National Senior Games registration deadline. NSGA and the competition directors WILL NOT assign partners at the Games.

Q: How and when can I register for the Bowling Team event?

A: Entries for the Bowling Team event will be taken only during online registration according to the following process:

Each bowler may compete on one, four-person Bowling Team in either the Men’s, Mixed or Women’s division. Any combination of gender is considered a mixed team.
One athlete who is competing on each Bowling Team will need to serve as the Captain/Manager, be the point of contact for the other team members and register the team.
Because ONLY athletes competing in bowling singles, doubles or mixed doubles are eligible for Team Bowling, all team members need to register for their singles and/or doubles events BEFORE the Captain/Manager is able to register the Bowling Team. Team members are responsible for notifying the Captain/Manager when they have completed their singles and/or doubles event registration.
After ALL team members have registered for their bowling singles and/or doubles events, the Captain/Manager will be able to register the Bowling Team online. Captains/Managers MUST have the following information for ALL team members in order to complete the team registration: First Name, Last Name, Gender, Date of Birth and Email Address (as listed on each athlete's account in the NSGA registration system). Team members SHOULD provide their information directly to the Captain/Manager when they notify the Captain/Manager that they have registered for their singles and/or doubles events. NSGA is unable to provide athlete account information to Captains/Managers. If a Captain/Manager attempts to register a Bowling Team prior to a team member registering for a bowling singles or doubles event, the Captain/Manager will be charged any applicable registration fees for that team member.

Cornhole

Q: Do I have to qualify for Cornhole at a State Senior Games?

A: For Cornhole qualification is not necessary. It is classified as an Open Sport for the National Senior Games and athletes will be able to enter the sport when registration begins.

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

Q: Do I have to compete at Nationals with the same partner I played with at the state level?

A: Doubles partners who play together in Cornhole at the State Senior Games are not required to play together at the National Senior Games. Cornhole is an Open Sport so the qualifying rules for partners do not apply to Cornhole doubles events at the National Senior Games.

Q: Will Cornhole bags be provided at the National Senior Games for cornhole?

A: Bags are provided for Cornhole.

Cycling/Recumbent Cycling

Q: Can I preview the courses before the actual races begin?

A: You are welcome to preview the course on a day where there are no races taking place. There will be no safety implements provided by NSGA so if an athlete previews the course it will be at the athlete’s own discretion.

Q: Will there be a shaded area provided for spectators?

A: No, there will not be a shaded area provided for spectators.

Q: Will there be wheelchair access for handicapped spectators to get to the finish line and be able to watch?

A: NSGA works with local organizers to confirm venue details, such as wheelchair access for spectators. However, accommodations for spectators cannot be guaranteed at remote sites.

Q: Will there be a neutral area with basic tools and bike pump's at the TT and RR cycling events?

A: Yes, a mechanics tent will be available and a sag wagon on the course during the race.

Q: How will I get my bike to Nationals?

A: Once shipping options are determined the information will be available on the sport specific webpage at NSGA.com/Sports.

Q: Are Tri bikes allowed for the Cycling Time Trials? Do bikes have to be UCI legal or can any tri bike be used in the time trials

A: NSGA allows any Triathlon bike for the Time Trials ONLY.

Q: Are recumbent trikes allowed in the Cycling events?

A: Recumbent trikes and recumbent bikes are allowed for Recumbent Cycling categories of the Time Trials and Road Races.

Q: Will cyclists be able to enter both the regular Cycling events and the Recumbent Cycling events?

A: Athletes may compete in either the regular Cycling category or the Recumbent Cycling category per race, not both categories per race.

Q: Will there be two different divisions for the recumbent bikes and trikes?

A: There will be two divisions for the Recumbent Cycling Time Trials and Road Races - two wheel and three wheel.

Q: Are 3-wheel recumbent hand cycles permitted in the recumbent 3-wheel division?

A: Three-wheel recumbent hand cycles will not be allowed in the recumbent races.

Golf

Q: Do I have to pay for my scheduled Golf practice round?

A: Yes, however the practice round is optional.

Q: Can a friend pay the greens fee and play with me in the practice round?

A: Golf practice rounds are for registered athletes only so a friend is unable to join you during the practrice round.

Q: What golf course am I playing at?

A: Once age specific course assignments are determined the information will be available on the specific sport webpage at NSGA.com/Sports.

Q: Does the Golf Fee paid during registration include the use of a golf cart?

A: The fee includes a golf cart for use during competition rounds (not practice).

Q: How are Golf Course Assignments determined for age divisions?

A: NSGA works with the local organizers in each host community to seek out courses with similar yardages from Games to Games. Many factors are taken into consideration including slope, yardage, overall playability & difficulty, tightness of fairways, speed of greens, course conditions, etc. Each course Pro is also consulted to determine which courses and yardages will be most appropriate for the various age groups. All athletes in an age division are assigned to the same course so there is not an advantage or disadvantage to any athlete within an age group.

Q: Can my caddy ride with me in the golf cart?

A: Reference the Sport Rules under the Golf section of the current NSGA Rulebook available at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Q: Can I walk alongside my caddy?

A: Golf cart use during practice round and official competition is mandatory

Q: Can my caddy use an individual segway “pull cart” if they have one?

A: A caddy can use an individual segway golf carrier..

Q: Can my caddy be younger than 50 years old?

A: A caddy can be younger than 50 years of age.

Q: Are tee box assignments determined by handicaps?

A: Tee boxes are determined by age group.

Pickleball

Q: Will Pickleball courts be outside or inside?

A: Once venues are confirmed the information will be available on the specific sport webpage at NSGA.com/Sports

Q: Will athletes compete based on age and skill level or only age?

A: An Age/Skill Tournament is planned for the National Senior Games. When athletes register they will enter into their age group and must provide their current skill rating for each event they enter. For the National Senior Games age groups may be divided in up to four skill divisions. Players and doubles teams will be placed in the skill division reflective of their ratings at the time of competition. (subject to change):

Division I - 4.5 (Ratings 4.5 & Above)
Division II - 4.0 (Ratings 4.0 - 4.49999999)
Division III - 3.5 (Ratings 3.5 - 3.99999999)
Division IV - 3.0 & Under (Ratings 3.49999999 & Under)

Q: Do Pickleball players have to provide a skill rating?

A: Players must provide a skill rating for each pickleball event they enter. Players without an established rating must self-rate. If a rating changes between the time an athlete registers and the time of the tournament, NSGA and the tournament director reserve the right to move players to the skill division reflective of their rating at the time of competition.

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

Q: If my Pickleball event reaches capacity, can I place my name on a waiting list?

A: Waiting lists will be taken for events that reach registration capacity. Waiting lists will be accessible through the registration portal at NSGA.com/registration. IF a spot becomes available in the event, athletes will be contacted in chronological order and given a brief period to register before the space is offered to the next eligible athlete on the waiting list. Entry is not guaranteed.

Powerlifting

Note: Athletes competing in the Deadlift competition must wear something to cover their shins to protect from rubbing against the bar. Compression pants or leggings will suffice, as long as they cover the entire length of your shin. If you are in a singlet or shorts, you must wear deadlift socks (socks that cover your entire shin).

Q: How is “Raw” and “Equipped” classified?

A: Please refer to the table below for the division each type of gear falls under.

Type of Equipment	Raw	Raw with Wraps	Equipped
Knee Sleeves	✓
Knee Brace (including unloader knee braces)	✓
Standard Singlet	✓	✓
Wrist Wraps	✓	✓	✓
Belt	✓	✓	✓
Deadlift Socks / Shin Protectors	✓	✓	✓
Knee Wraps		✓	✓
Single-Ply Singlet			✓
Neck Cushion, Collar, or any supportive device for the neck	NOT ALLOWED
Wrist Straps	NOT ALLOWED
Gloves	NOT ALLOWED

Q: What type of equipment will we be using?

A: If available, the equipment being used for competition will be as follows. If NSGA is not able to source this equipment, we reserve the right to deviate from this, and the information will be properly communicated with athletes ahead of competition.

ER Rack
45-pound Power bar (for Squat + Bench Press)
45-pound Deadlift bar (for Deadlift)

Q: Will there be equipment checks?

A: On the morning of your assigned competition day, competition judges will check all equipment during the weigh-in process, which takes place prior to the start of the first flight.

Q: Am I required to wear a singlet?

A: Wearing a singlet is not required but encouraged. If you do not wear a singlet, please wear form fitting clothing so the judges can accurately see you are meeting the standards of lifting.

Q: Can I compete in a t-shirt and shorts?

A: Athletes will be allowed to wear t-shirts and shorts, but we request that it’s form-fitting so that the judges can uphold the standards outlined in the rulebook.

Q: Can I lift barefoot?

A: No, shoes are required to compete.

Q: Are deadlift slippers allowed?

A: Deadlift slippers are allowed.

Q: Will I be allowed to wear a bench press shirt or bench daddy band?

A: Athletes are only allowed to wear a bench shirt if you are entered in the equipped division, but you are not allowed to wear a band/slingshot.

Q: Are any neck pads/padding on the bar allowed in the squat competition?

A: No, supportive neck pads or devices are not allowed during the squat competition.

Q: Will a safety bar be allowed as an accommodation for the squat competition?

A: A safety bar will NOT be permitted. All athletes will use a standard 45-pound power bar for the squat competition.

Q: Will a trap bar be used for the deadlift competition?

A: The use of a trap bar will not be permitted in the deadlift competition.

Q: Will a monolift be used for the squat competition?

A: No, monolifts will not be used.

Q: Will we be required to provide our own spotters?

A: No, spotters and weight-loaders will be provided.

Q: Is sumo deadlift an acceptable way to deadlift?

A: A sumo deadlift is acceptable.

Q: Will there be any leniency in the depth of a squat?

A: USA Powerlifting rules mandate a squat that breaks parallel (hip joint is lower than the top surface of the knees), but because this is not a sanctioned event, athletes will only be required to hit parallel. Powerlifters must at least achieve a 90-degree angle in order for the squat to be considered successful.

Q: Will we be competing in pounds or kilograms?

A: Pounds.

Q: Are smelling salts / ammonia permitted?

A: The use of smelling salts and/or ammonia is permitted, but must not be used on the platform or in front of the crowd.

Q: When will I need to provide my rack heights for squat and bench press? What if I do not know my rack heights?

A: Rack heights will need to be provided in the morning of your assigned competition day. There will be an opportunity during weigh-ins to determine your rack heights on the equipment that will be used for competition.

Q: When do I need to provide my opening weights?

A: Opening weight attempts will need to be given during weigh-ins on the morning of your assigned competition day.

Q: Will equipment be available for athletes to warm-up on?

A: Athletes competing in the first flight of the day will be able to warm up before or immediately after the mandatory rules meeting that will take place each morning of competition. Athletes competing in later flights will only be allowed to warm up after their preceding flight finishes their competition.

Q: I will be in town a few days before the competition. Will there be equipment available for me to practice on to stay in shape leading up to the event?

A: There will not be any equipment available for practice or warm-ups prior to the first day of competition. Athletes wanting to workout prior to the event starting will need to source their own equipment at a nearby local gym or their hotel.

Q: Do I need to be a member of USA Powerlifting or Powerlifting America to participate in the Senior Games?

A: Athletes do not need to be a member of any powerlifting federation in order to participate in the National Senior Games.

Q: Does my equipment need to be IPF approved?

A: No

Q: Will there be drug testing?

A: Because this is not a sanctioned event, there will not be any drug testing.

Q: Is this a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) event?

A: No

Q: When will the schedule be announced? What day and time will I be competing?

A: A detailed schedule, including flights and start times, will be posted on our website after registration has closed and once all participant details are finalized. Athletes can plan on the final schedule to be published at least two weeks prior to the start of the event.

Q: I have gained/lost weight and won’t be able to compete at the weight class that I registered under. Will I be able to change weight-class before the event?

A: Yes. Because this is an open and unsanctioned event, athletes are not required to have a qualifying total. Therefore, they are able to change the weight class from what they registered under. Athletes will compete in whatever weight class they weighed in the morning of their assigned competition day.

Q: When will weigh-ins take place?

A: Weigh-ins will be held first thing in the morning of your assigned competition day.

Q: Am I able to complete my lifts earlier or later than the competition dates if I have a scheduling conflict with another sport?

A: Individual scheduling conflicts will NOT be accomodated.

Q: What will the flow of competition look like?

A: Everyone who is competing in the squat competition will perform that lift 3 times within the flight they are assigned to. Once that lift is complete, everyone will move on together to the bench press competition. Once that lift is complete, everyone will move on to the final competition together, the Deadlift. Athletes will compete in order of weight class - lowest (first) to highest (last).

Example:

All lifters in flight A complete their 3 squat attempts, followed by all lifters in flight B, and flight C, etc. Once all flights have completed the squat competition, flight A will then move on to their 3 bench press attempts, followed by flight B and flight C, etc. Finally, once all lifters have completed the bench press competition, flight A will then move on to their 3 deadlift attempts, followed by flight B and flight C.

Squat: flight A, B, C

Bench: flight A, B, C

Deadlift: flight A, B, C

Power Walk

Q: Is Power Walk an Open Sport for the National Senior Games?

A: Power Walk is classified as an Open Sport for the National Senior Games. Qualification is not required for Power Walk and athletes will be able to enter the sport when registration begins.

Q: What kind of road surface will be used for the 1-Mile and 5K Power Walk races?

A: The circuit for 5K shall be a maximum of 1250M but not shorter than 1000M road course. The 1-Mile Power Walk will be on either a standard track or a 1-Mile road course.

Road Race

Q: Can athletes use timing watches or hand held stop watches?

A: Watches are fine. An athlete’s watch will not supersede the official time.

Shuffleboard

Q: Will shuffleboard be played inside or outside?

A: Once venues are confirmed the information will be available on the specific sport webpage at NSGA.com/Sports

Q: Do athletes have to bring their own shuffleboard cues or will NSGA provide them?

A: There will be cues available for athletes that do not bring their own.

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

Softball

Q: What are the rules for the softball uniform?

A: Reference both Rule J-UNIFORMS AT THE NATIONAL SENIOR GAMES PARTICIPANTS and the Softball section (Team Clothing) of the current NSGA Rulebook available at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Q: Can a player miss day one of the tournament and still play on day two?

A: A player can miss day one and still play on day two. The player will need to check-in at the Athlete Village and receive a credential before playing.

Q: What brand of balls will be used?

A: Once the brand/type of ball is determined the information will be available on the specific sport webpage at NSGA.com/Sports

Q: What bats are permitted?

A: Reference the Bat Rules in the Softball section of the current NSGA Rulebook available at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Q: How can I view my roster?

Q: Do I have to pay a registration fee if I am just the coach and not a player?

A: All team members (players and non-playing coaches, non-playing captains & non-playing bench personell) must pay the processing fee to be added to a team roster. Only team members who are registered and listed on the team roster will be permitted in team and competition areas.

Q: Can my team reserve a court or field for practice?

A: Fields and Courts are on a first come first serve basis for practice. During practice the fields/courts will be monitored to make sure that teams get a fair chance to practice.

Q: Are teams allowed to bring coolers (holding water, sports drinks and soda) into the venues?

A: The venue rules for bringing in outside food and beverages must be followed. We will let the captains of the teams know if outside items are allowed and if concessions will be available.

Q: Can a player be added to a roster after the registration deadline?

A: After the official registration deadline a roster addition can be made for valid medical reasons only. Determining a valid roster change is at the discretion of the NSGA. The team member being added must have qualified for the sport to be eligible for addition to the roster.

Swimming

Q: Where can I find swimmers for my swimming relay team?

How can I find a swimming relay team to compete with at the National Senior Games?

A: Many athletes are successful in finding a relay team and/or team members through the Team/Partner Finder accessible at NSGA.com/NationalGames. You can post your request and/or view other entries. Athletes are responsible for contacting each other and verifying eligibility for the sport/event. Posting on the Team/Partner Finder provides a way for athletes to contact each other and does not register an athlete for a sport/event.

Q: How and when can I register for the Swimming Relays?

A: For relay teams, deck entries will be accepted at the meet. Relay entry cards will be available at the venue starting the first day of competition. Captains of relays may also pre-register a relay team during online registration.

During online registration entries for Swimming Relays will be taken according to the following process:

Each swimmer may enter one 200 yard mixed medley relay and one 200 yard mixed freestyle relay. Mixed relays consist of two male and two female swimmers.
One athlete who is competing on each relay team will need to serve as the Captain/Manager, be the point of contact for the other relay members and pre-register the relay team.
Because ONLY athletes competing in individual swimming events are eligible for the Mixed Relays, all relay members will need to register for their individual swimming events BEFORE the Captain/Manager is able to pre-register the relay team. Team members are responsible for notifying the Captain/Manager when they have registered for their individual swimming events.
After ALL relay members have registered for their individual swimming events, the Captain/Manager will be able to pre-register the relay team online. Captains/Managers MUST have the following information for ALL relay members in order to pre-register the relay team: First Name, Last Name, Gender, Date of Birth and Email Address (as listed on each athlete's account in the registration system). Relay members SHOULD provide their information directly to the Captain/Manager when they notify the Captain/Manager that they have registered for their individual swimming events. NSGA is unable to provide athlete account information to Captains/Managers. If a Captain/Manager attempts to register a relay prior to a team member registering for an individual swimming event, the Captain/Manager will be charged any applicable registration fees for that team member.

Q: What will the temperature of the pool be?

A: Pool temperature is typically maintained at approximately 77-82 degrees but may vary. Swimmers may want to check the swimming pool website once the venue is determined.

Table Tennis

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

Tennis

Q: Where can I find a partner for Nationals?

Q: Do I have to compete in Nationals with the same partner I qualified with?

Track & Field

Q: What are the rules for shoes? Are spikes allowed and how long can they be?

A: Shoes must comply with USATF Rule 143, 3(a) – (f). Spike length for shoes cannot exceed ¼ of an inch. The National Senior Games Track & Field competitions are conducted in accordance with the USA Track & Field (USATF) rules. Contact information for USATF can be found in the Track & Field section of the NSGA Rulebook at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations.

Q: Are poles provided at the National Senior Games Pole Vault competition?

A: Pole vault poles are NOT provided at the Track & Field competition. Athletes may choose to ship personal implements at their own expense. As the National Senior Games approach a shipping address for the track & field venue will be provided on the NSGA website, www.nsga.com, under the SPORTS tab select Track & Field.

Q: Are rubber discus allowed at the National Senior Games Track & Field Meet?

A: Rubber discus are not allowed and must comply with USATF 187.2(a).

Q: Can an indoor shotput be used at the National Senior Games outdoor Track & Field Meet?

A: An indoor shot cannot be used for an outdoor meet.

Q: Is it permissible to use any stickum for helping a grip?

A: Stickum or chalk is allowed on the hands or cheek only and must be removable from the implement with a wet cloth. Neither may be applied directly to a throwing implement. The use of stickum must comply with USATF Rule 187.4b - the substance used shall be easily removable using a wet cloth and shall not leave any residue. In the Shot Put and Discus Throw the placement of chalk or similar substance on the implement is allowed.

Q: Can athletes use timing watches or hand held stopwatches during their Track events?

A: For allowable timing equipment, the National Senior Games defers to the USATF rulebook which permits the following:

The use of any mechanical aid, unless the competitor can establish on the balance of probabilities that the use of such an aid would not provide an overall competitive advantage over a competitor not using such aid.

Personally carrying or wearing articles of equipment such as wrist chronometers, heart rate monitors, speed distance monitors, stride sensors or similar devices during a race provided that such device cannot be used to communicate with any other person.

Q: How can I find a 4x100 Meter Relay team to compete with at the National Senior Games?

How can I find athletes to be a part of a 4x100 Meter Relay?

Q: How and when can I register for the 4x100 Meter Relay?

A: For relay teams, entries will be accepted at the track venue. Captains of relays may also pre-register a relay team during online registration.

During online registration track relay entries will be taken according to the following process:

Each eligible track athlete may compete on one men’s or women’s relay team.
One athlete who is competing on each relay team will need to serve as the Captain/Manager, be the point of contact for the other relay members and pre-register the relay team.
Because ONLY athletes competing in 50, 100, 200, 400 or 800 meter track events are eligible for the Mixed Relays, all relay members will need to register for their individual track events BEFORE the Captain/Manager is able to pre-register the relay team. Team members are responsible for notifying the Captain/Manager when they have registered for their individual track events.
After ALL relay members have registered for their individual track events, the Captain/Manager will be able to pre-register the relay team online. Captains/Managers MUST have the following information for ALL relay members in order to pre-register the relay team: First Name, Last Name, Gender, Date of Birth and Email Address (as listed on each athlete's account in the registration system). Relay members SHOULD provide their information directly to the Captain/Manager when they notify the Captain/Manager that they have registered for their individual track events. NSGA is unable to provide athlete account information to Captains/Managers. If a Captain/Manager attempts to register a relay prior to a team member registering for an individual track event, the Captain/Manager will be charged any applicable registration fees for that team member.

Triathlon/Tri Relay

Q: Are recumbent bicycles or recumbent tricycles permitted in the Individual Triathlon and the Triathlon Relay?

A: Recumbent bicycles and recumbent tricycles are permitted in the Recumbent Categories of the Triathlon events at the National Senior Games.

Q: Where can I find a runner, cyclist or swimmer for my relay team that is competing at Nationals?

How can I find a relay team to compete with at the National Senior Games?

A: Many athletes looking for relay teams are successful in finding team members through the Team/Partner Finder accessible at NSGA.com/NationalGames. You can post your request and/or view other entries. Athletes are responsible for contacting each other, verifying eligibility in the sport/event and registering prior to the National Senior Games registration deadline. NSGA and the competition directors WILL NOT assign players to teams at the National Senior Games.

Q: Is a USAT license required to participate in the Tri Relay?

A: A one-day USAT license is required for relay members who do not have a current USAT membership at the time of the competition.

Volleyball

Q: How can I view my roster?

Q: Where can I find a player for my team that is competing at Nationals?

How can I find a team to play with at the National Senior Games. The team I qualified with is not attending or already has a full roster for Nationals?

Miscellaneous Questions

Q: What do I do if my sports conflict with each other?

A: The Age Specific Schedule should be reviewed prior to registering for the National Senior Games. Athletes are advised to register for only sports/events that do not conflict. NSGA and the local organizers will not accommodate individual scheduling requests. Athletes who register for sports/events that conflict will need to choose which competition they will participate in. Please be mindful that other athletes are impacted by cancellations made after the final registration deadline and refunds will not be given.

Q: Who do I speak to in order to volunteer for Nationals?

A: Volunteer information can be found at NSGA.com/Volunteer or email questions to Volunteer@NSGA.com.

Q: How can I sign up to be a referee?

A: Email your interest to nsga@nsga.com and the message will be shared with the appropriate event organizers.

Q: Will water be offered to athletes at all venues?

A: Water is provided for athletes at all venues

Q: Will there be a bag check at any of the venues?

A: There will not be bag checks at venues.

The NSGA Rulebook & Minimum Performance Standards (i.e. Qualifying Standards, Entry Regulations, Sport Rules & Format) can be found at NSGA.com/Rules-Regulations. 01/30/2026