Dear UWG-Family
as you know the UWG 2020 will unfortunately not take place due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We will do our best to provide you with information on the UWG 2021 as soon as possible and hope to be able to open registration in the autumn of 2020. We will of course keep you posted on this right here on our website as well as on our social media channels.
Click on your sport for more information:
Take a look at the different locations for every sports in & around Klagenfurt:
Tennis
Mixed* – Team Competitions
| Category | Cutoff Date |
| U 16 | Born 01.01.2005 and younger |
| U 14 | Born 01.01.2007 and younger |
| U 12 | Born 01.01.2009 and younger |
* A team consists of a minimum of 4 players. 2 additional players can be registered as substitutes. At least one girl has to be registered per team.
Tournament Mode (Team Competitions)
- There will be a group stage (Round Robin) followed by a KO stage
- An encounter consists of:
- 4 singles
- 1 double
- Mode of Play:
- In the group stage each match is played on 2 won match-tiebreaks (until 10 points, 2 points difference)
- In the KO stage each match consists of 2 short sets (first player to win 4 Games) with a match-tiebreak to be played in case of a 1:1 in sets
- In the group stage each match is played on 2 won match-tiebreaks (until 10 points, 2 points difference)
- Points System:
- Win – 1 point
- Loss – 0 points
For every player an ITN Rating Number has to be provided, so that the Organizing Committee can assess the level of all players and divide teams into an elite tournament and a regular tournament if necessary.
More information and detailed descriptions of the ITN rating system can be viewed here: http://www.tennisplayandstay.com/itn/itn-categories/itn-categories.aspx
Please also rank all your players from position 1 to 4, with the strongest player on position 1 and let us know your internal ranking.
Disclaimer: The Tournament Mode is still subject to change and may be adapted to fit the number of participants. Requests and feedback of the respective coaches shall be considered as well.
Click here for the detailed rules and regulations of our Tennis tournament.
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Basketball
Mixed*
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time |
| U 12 | Born 01.01.2009 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
| U 10 | Born 01.01.2011 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
* No minimum number of boys or girls required.
Boys
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time |
| U 19 | Born 01.01.2002 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
| U 16 | Born 01.01.2005 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
| U 14 | Born 01.01.2007 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
Girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time |
| U 19 | Born 01.01.2002 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
| U 16 | Born 01.01.2005 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
| U 14 | Born 01.01.2007 and younger | 4 x 8 Minutes |
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- The playing time of 4 x 8 minutes is “running time”. Only the last 2 minutes of the fourth quarter are stopped.
- 1) Round robin / Group stage
- 2) Play Offs / KO stage
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the detailed rules and regulations of our Basketball tournament.
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Volleyball
Boys and girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Duration of Games | Players/Team |
| U 19 Girls | Born 01.01.2002 and younger | 2 Sets (21 Points) | 6 |
| U 17 Boys & Girls | Born 01.01.2004 and younger | 2 Sets (21 Points) | 6 |
| U 15 Boys & Girls | Born 01.01.2006 and younger | 2 Sets (21 Points) | 6 |
| U 13 Boys & Girls | Born 01.01.2008 and younger | 2 Sets (21 Points) | 4 |
| U 11 Mixed | Born 01.01.2010 and younger | 2 Sets (21 Points) | 3 |
Number of matches / Tournament modE
- 1) Round robin / Group stage
- 2) Play Offs / KO stage
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the detailed rules and regulations of our Volleyball tournament.
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Orienteering
Boys and girls
| Single Competitions | ||
| Category | Cutoff Date | Winner Time |
| U 18 | Born 01.01.2003 and younger | Approx. 30 Minutes |
| U 16 | Born 01.01.2005 and younger | Approx. 30 Minutes |
| U 14 | Born 01.01.2007 and younger | Approx. 30 Minutes |
| U 12 | Born 01.01.2009 and younger | Approx. 25 minutes |
| Sprint-Relay | ||
| Category | Cutoff Date | Winner Time |
| U 18 | Born 01.01.2003 and younger | Approx. 15 Minutes per runner |
| U 14 | Born 01.01.2007 and younger | Approx. 15 Minutes per runner |
- There is no limit of competitors in a team or age category
- Competitions: 1 x Training, 2 x Single, 1 x Sprint-Relay
- Sprint-Relay: Every relay has to have 2 male and 2 female runners and the running order is: female-male-male-female
Program Overview
| June 24, 2021 | 10:00 – 16:00 | Training |
| June 25, 2021 | 10:00 – 13:00 | Training |
| June 25, 2021 | 13:00 – 16:00 | 1st Orienteering Competition Single Run |
| June 26, 2021 | 13:00 – 16:00 | 2nd Orienteering Competition Relay Run |
| June 27, 2021 | 10:00 – 12:00 | 3rd Orienteering Competition |
Before the start of the competition you will find an overview of the Orienteering Areas here.
Link for runners information and results: http://orientierungslauf.hsv-villach.at
Click here for the detailed rules and regulations of our Orienteering competition.
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Field Hockey
Boys & GirlS
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 16 | Born 01.01.2005 and younger | 2 x 20 Minutes | 11 |
Mixed*
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 12 (3/4 Field) | Born 01.01.2009 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes | 9 |
| U 10 (Small Field) | Born 01.01.2010 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes | 7 |
*No minimum number of boys or girls required.
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the detailed rules and regulations of our Field Hockey tournament.
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Rugby 7s
Boys
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 18 | 01.01.2003 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
| U 16 | 01.01.2005 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
| U 14 | 01.01.2007 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
| U 12 | 01.01.2009 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
Girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 18 | 01.01.2003 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
| U 15 | 01.01.2004 and younger | 2 x 7 Minutes | 7 |
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Tournament Meeting
On Thursday (24th of June) a Rugby coaches’ meeting will be held at 20:00 hrs.
If possible, all coaches and referees should be present. At this meeting the tournament board will discuss organizational matters, the tournament schedule and regulations, and all coaches have the opportunity to raise issues, make suggestions and ask questions.
Location/Meeting point: Players Town, VIP Lounge
Rugby Clinics with South African Coach
As a special treat, workshops and training sessions with a top coach from South Africa will take place in between and during games. The coach will offer advice and know-how to both athletes and coaches during the tournament, so you can improve your skills.
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Rugby tournament.
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Swimming
Boys and Girls
| Category | Years of Birth |
| U 18 | 2003/2004 |
| U 16 | 2005/2006 |
| U 14 | 2007/2008 |
| U 12 | 2009/2010 |
| U 10 | 2011/2012 |
Depending on the age categories the following contests will take place:
| Backstroke | 50m, 100m, 200m |
| Breaststroke | 50m, 100m, 200m |
| Freestyle | 50m ,100m, 200m, 400m, 8x50m, 4x100m |
| Butterfly | 50m, 100m |
| Medley | 200m, 4x100m |
Please note that 6 starts are included with the participation fee, additional starts are possible at an extra charge.
For detailed information on the swimming competition incl. regulations and registration instructions please click here.
The results of the 2019 UWG swimming competition can be found here.
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Floorball
Boys*
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time & Team Size |
| U15 (large rink) | 01.01.2006 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes (3 players + 1 goalkeeper) |
| U13 (small rink) | 01.01.2008 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes (3 players + 1 goalkeeper) |
*Girls allowed as well.
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Floorball tournament.
Floorball Referees
We are still looking for Floorball referees for the United World Games. If you are interested please contact us at office@unitedworldgames.com or 0043/69910545.
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Soccer
Boys
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 15 (Full pitch) | 01.01.2006 and younger | 2 x 20 Minutes | 11 |
| U 13 (Full pitch) | 01.01.2008 and younger | 2 x 20 Minutes | 11 |
| U 11 (Half pitch) | 01.01.2010 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes | 7 |
| U 10 (Half pitch) | 01.01.2011 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes | 7 |
| U 9 (Half pitch) | 01.01.2012 and younger | 1 x 12 Minutes | 7 |
Girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time | Players/Team |
| U 19 (Full pitch) | 01.01.2002 and younger | 2 x 20 Minutes | 11 |
| U 15 (Full pitch) | 01.01.2006 and younger | 2 x 20 Minutes | 11 |
| U 13 (Half pitch) | 01.01.2008 and younger | 2 x 15 Minutes | 7 |
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Soccer tournament.
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Ice Hockey “3on3”
The 3on3 tournament will be played with 3 players plus 1 goalkeeper per team in one third of the rink on two goals. The players need to wear full equipment. Body checking and slap shots are not allowed. A team consists of a maximum of 9 players plus 2 goalkeepers.
Boys
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time |
| U 16 | 01.01.2005 and younger | 15 Minutes |
| U 14 | 01.01.2007 and younger | 15 Minutes |
| U 12 | 01.01.2009 and younger | 15 Minutes |
| U 10 | 01.01.2011 and younger | 15 Minutes |
Girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time |
| U 16 | 01.01.2005 and younger | 15 Minutes |
Number of Matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
- Duration: 15 minutes running time – there is no halftime break!
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Ice Hockey tournament.
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Ultimate Frisbee
Mixed
| Category | Cutoff Date | Playing Time / Game Mode |
| U 20 (Smaller Pitch) | 01.01.2002 and younger | 1 x 40 Minutes (5 vs. 5 Players) |
| U 17 (Smaller Pitch) | 01.01.2005 and younger | 1 x 20 Minutes (5 vs. 5 Players) |
| U 15 (Smaller Pitch) | 01.01.2007 and younger | 1 x 20 Minutes (5 vs. 5 Players) |
Number of matches / Tournament mode
- 1) Round robin / Group phase
- 2) Play Offs / KO phase
- 3) Finals
- In total 4-6 matches, depending on your success in the Play Offs
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Ultimate Frisbee tournament.
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Beachvolleyball
Boys and Girls
| Category | Cutoff Date | Duration of Games | Players/Team |
| U 19 | 01.01.2002 and younger | 2 won sets (15 points) | 2 |
| U 17 | 01.01.2004 and younger | 2 won sets (15 points) | 2 |
| U 15 | 01.01.2006 and younger | 2 won sets (15 points) | 2 |
Click here for the rules and regulations of our Beachvolleyball tournament.
