MEIJER STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN ANNOUNCES 2024 STATEWIDE HOCKEY TRYOUT LOCATIONS AND TIMES Grand Rapids, MI., Mar. 29th, 2024 ─ Officials with the Meijer State Games of Michigan announced the details for statewide hockey tryouts. Statewide tryouts begin April 20 and go on until May 18. The fee to tryout is $50, with an additional fee once a player makes the roster. The hockey tournament will take place June 20 through June 23, 2024, in the greater Grand Rapids area. At large tryouts will be for those that did not make it on their region’s team or those who are unable to attend their region’s tr ..read more

Meijer State Games of Michigan Announces 2023 Athletes of the Year    Shari Hoke named 2023 Volunteer of the Year Presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union  Grand Rapids, Mich., January 30, 2024 – Officials with the Meijer State Games of Michigan revealed the 2023 Athletes of the Year as well as named Shari Hoke the 2023 Volunteer of the Year presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union. The four categories for the Athlete of the Year award are adult male, adult female, youth male, and youth female. The following names are the award recipients: 2023 Meijer State Games of Michigan ..read more

Athlete Spotlight highlights athletes who are competing in the Meijer State Games of Michigan. These athletes might be competing for the first time or returning State Games athletes. We showcase the diverse sports community that has been created and expanded through the State Games and we would not be where we are today without athletes like Killean Ryan, a returning youth bowler in the 2024 Winter Games! Photo courtesy of Kay Ryan A Little About Killean: Killean started bowling when he was only 7 years old. He joined a youth bowling league at River Rock Lanes in Ishpeming, MI. He competed in ..read more

MEIJER STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN 2024 WINTER GAMES OPENING CEREMONY DETAILS RELEASED Onsite News Coverage, Parade of Athletes, Torch Light Parade, Lighting of the Cauldron, and a Fireworks Show! Grand Rapids, Mich., Jan. 23rd, 2024 ─ The Opening Ceremony for the 2024 Meijer State Games of Michigan – Winter Games is just over two weeks away. The Opening Ceremony, sponsored by Northern Michigan University, will take place at the Marquette Mountain Resort (4501 M-553, Marquette, MI 49855) on February 9th starting at 6:30 p.m. This event is free to the public. Official television station of the Meij ..read more

MEIJER STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN PARTNERS WITH GREAT LAKES SPORTS COMMISSION TO HOST NORTHERN MICHIGAN HUB FOR 2024 WINTER GAMES 2024 Winter Games Held in Marquette Feb. 9-11, 2024, Third Year for Winter Games Northern Mich. Hub   Grand Rapids, Mich., Nov. 1, 2023 – After successfully hosting a northern Michigan hub of the Meijer State Games - Winter Games in Marquette for the past two years, the State Games of Michigan (SGOM) has tapped the nonprofit Great Lakes Sports Commission (GLSC) to act on its behalf as official host of the northern Michigan hub of the Winter Games in Marquette star ..read more

Ways to Get Ready for The Meijer State Games of Michigan Summer Games By Searrah Herendeen Have an idea for a blog article? Email Searrah Herendeen. The Summer Games are right around the corner. We cannot wait to connect with the community through sport. Athletes and spectators alike should start counting down the days until opening ceremony. To get ready athletes should continue training and register for their event(s). Inform the rest of the community about this Olympic style event and encourage them to attend. Consider the other ways that you can be involved with the games. Don’t forget yo ..read more

NOVACARE REHABILITATION TO PROVIDE SPORTS MEDICAL COVERAGE AT THE UPCOMING SUMMER GAMES Grand Rapids, Mich., May 31, 2023 ─ Officials with the Meijer State Games of Michigan announced NovaCare Rehabilitation as the exclusive and official provider of sports medicine for the upcoming Grand Rapids area-based Summer Games sporting events. The Meijer State Games of Michigan and NovaCare are entering the second year of a three-year deal.   As a multi-year gold level sponsor of the Meijer State Games of Michigan, NovaCare Rehabilitation will be taking steps to provide safety measures and equipm ..read more

Popular Ways to Beat the Heat By Searrah Herendeen Summer in the Great Lake State can't be beaten. There are many trails to explore, places to see, and events to enjoy. While adventuring, it is crucial to remember summer safety. Every year children and adults, and even pets, experience heat stroke, and sunburns during the summer. The Meijer State Games of Michigan Summer Games want to help keep the community safe by reminding them of ways to beat the heat this summer. The statements in this article are based on opinion and secondary research. Please consult a health care profess ..read more

Athlete Spotlight: Matthew Tesch By Searrah Herendeen Athlete Spotlights highlight athletes competing for the first time or returning. We want to showcase the diverse sports community the Meijer State Games of Michigan has helped create and grown with. Today's Athlete Spotlight features a 2022 Athlete of the Year, Matthew Tesch. Have an idea for a blog article? Email Searrah Herendeen. About Matthew: Photo courtesy of Matthew Tesch Matthew graduated from L'Anse Creuse Public Schools in 1986. He has lived along the shores of Lake St. Clair for most of his life. His brothers did not care that ..read more

Now is the Time to Think About Hockey Tryouts By Searrah Herendeen Hockey tryouts start in just a couple of days for the Upper Peninsula. Athletes of different ages and divisions will be participating and trying their best. Families new to this lifestyle may be overwhelmed and unsure of what to expect at tryouts. Here are a few ways to impress the coaches and ensure athletes will be prepared. Talking and listening to coaches helps the coaching staff notice engaged athletes. Mentally preparing and having a positive attitude will help athletes combat nerves. Make sure you know what you will need ..read more