Sports
Here you’ll find all the information you need, from the rules to the duration of the game and the venue.
Tennis
Tournament Format
The tournament will begin with a group stage (round-robin) followed by a knockout stage.
All spots will be decided in the knockout stage. Depending on the number of participants and the group sizes, there will either be semifinal and final matches with crossover games, or the first-place team from Group A will play against the first-place team from Group B, the second-place team from Group A will play against the second-place team from Group B, and so on.
US College Showcase Tournament
Scouts and coaches from the U.S. are on the lookout for new talent at the UWG! Take this opportunity to show off your skills at the U.S. Showcase during the 2026 United World Games.
The showcase tournament is open to players of all skill levels and offers all participants the opportunity to get a taste of an international atmosphere.
Learn more about this unique opportunity and take advantage of our tennis offerings:
US Showcase
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2007, or later
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
U-12
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2015
US Showcase
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2007, or later
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
U-12
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2015
Basketball
Game Mode
The 4 x 8-minute periods are “running time.” Only the last two minutes of the fourth quarter are paused.
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs.
U19
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2008
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2011
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U19
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2008
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2011, or later
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
There is no minimum number of boys or girls required.
U12
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2015
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
U-10
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2017, or later
Game duration: 4 x 8 minutes
Volleyball
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs.
U-19
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2008
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-17
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2010, or later
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-13
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 4
U-19
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2008
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-17
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2010, or later
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 6
U-13
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 4
U-11
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2016
Game length: 2 sets (21 points)
Players/Team: 3
Rugby 7s
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs
RUGBY CLINICS with a South African Coach
A special treat awaits our rugby teams: During and between games, there will be workshops and training sessions led by Richard De Jager and other 7s specialists from South Africa and Europe.
He will be on hand throughout the tournament to provide both athletes and coaches with tips and professional expertise so they can continue to develop their skills.
Feel free to contact him in advance to discuss the content and focus of his sessions.
Here is his contact information:
Richard De Jager
Phone: +44 79359 46229
richard@rdjsport.co.uk | www.rdjsports.com
U-18
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2009
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2011
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-12
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2015
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-10
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2017, or later
Game duration: 2 x 5 minutes
Players/Team: 5–7
Under-18
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2009
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2012
Game duration: 2 x 7 minutes
Players/Team: 7
Floorball
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs.
Floorball Referees
We are still looking for referees for the floorball competitions at the United World Games. If you are interested, please contact us at office@unitedworldgames.com or 0043/69919010545.
U-17 (Full-Size Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2010, or later
Game duration: 2 x 15 minutes
Players/Team: 5 field players + 1 goalkeeper
U-15 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
Game duration: 2 x 15 minutes
Players/Team: 3 field players + 1 goalkeeper
U-13 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game duration: 2 x 15 minutes
Players/Team: 3 field players + 1 goalkeeper
* Girls are also allowed
Soccer
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs
U-18 (Full-size Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2009
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 11
U-15 (Full-Size Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 11
U-13 (small-sided game)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 9
U-11 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2016
Game duration: 2 x 15 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-10 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2017, or later
Game duration: 2 x 15 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-9 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2018
Game duration: 2 x 12 minutes
Players/Team: 7
U-19 (Full-Size Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2008
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 11
U-15 (Full-Size Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2012
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 11
U-13 (Small Field)
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game duration: 2 x 20 minutes
Players/Team: 7
"3-on-3" Ice Hockey
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs.
Game duration: 15 minutes of running time—there is no halftime break!
In the UWG 3-on-3 tournament, teams consist of 3 field players and 1 goalkeeper and play in one period on a 2-goal field. Players must wear full protective gear. Body checking and slap shots are not allowed. A team consists of a maximum of 9 players plus a maximum of 2 goalies.
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2011
Game duration: 2 x 16 minutes
U-14
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2013, or later
Game duration: 2 x 14 minutes
U-12
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2015
Game duration: 2 x 12 minutes
U-10
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2017, or later
Game duration: 1 x 15 minutes
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2011, or later
Game duration: 2 x 16 minutes
Ball Hockey
Game Mode
1) Group stage: round-robin
2) Playoffs / Knockout stage: upper & lower brackets
3) Finals
A total of 4–6 games, depending on how far you make it in the playoffs
The 3-on-3 tournament is played with 3 players plus 1 goalkeeper per team. Teams may consist of a maximum of 13 field players, 2 goalkeepers, and 3 coaches.
There must beat least 7 players—that is, 6 field players and 1 goalkeeper —on the roster.
U-17
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2010, or later
Game duration: 2 x 12 min (3 vs. 3)
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
Game duration: 2 x 12 min (3 vs. 3)
U-13
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Game duration: 2 x 12 min (3 vs. 3)
U-11
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2016
Game duration: 2 x 12 min (3 vs. 3)
U-18
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2009
Game duration: 2 x 12 min (3 vs. 3)
Flag Football
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2012
U-15
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2012, or later
U-13
Cutoff Date: Born on or after January 1, 2014
Beach Volleyball
U-20
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2007, or later
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2011, or later
U-20
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2007, or later
U-16
Cutoff Date: Born on January 1, 2011, or later
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Subject to typographical errors and changes. As of August 18, 2026