REPRESENT THE UNITED STATES AT THE 2020 FISU AMERICA GAMES MAY 31- JUNE 10, 2020 | MERIDA, MEXICO
ABOUT THE FISU AMERICA GAMES
The FISU America Games are a multi-sport event sanctioned by the International University Sports Federation (FISU). Alternating with the Summer and Winter Universiades, which invite all the countries of the world for the biennial events, the FISU America Games are a regional multi- sport event similar to the Pan-American Games for FISU member-countries of North and South America held in even-numbered years.
ABOUT USA TEAM
USA Team is an organization overseen by the United States International University Sports Federation (US-IUSF). Members of the USA Team compete globally as representatives of the United States in university-level sports competitions organized by FISU, the governing body of university sport worldwide. US-IUSF represents the official governing body for the United States at all FISU events, including the FISU America Games, World Universiade and the World University Championships.
ABOUT THE 2020 MEXICO GAMES
The 2020 Games will be the second edition of the FISU America Games, and will be held in Merida, Mexico May 31 through June 10, 2020. The Games will have 2,000 competing athletes, 20-25 participating countries, and USA Team representation in up to 15 sports. Athletes and staff will stay in a 3-4 star hotel.
THE SPORTS
ARCHERY FUTSAL TAEKWONDO BADMINTON JUDO TENNIS BASKETBALL SOCCER TRACK & FIELD CHESS SWIMMING VOLLEYBALL DIVING TABLE TENNIS WEIGHTLIFTING
ABOUT US-IUSF
The United States International University Sports Federation (US-IUSF) is the governing body for the United States and represents all American athletes participating in FISU events. Dr. Gary Cunningham leads US-IUSF membership, and also serves as Chef de Mission for all World University Games competitions. Vice President, Dan Guerrero, will succeed Dr. Cunningham as the President of the US-IUSF for the 2021 Universiades.
usateam.org | #usateam | (425) 977-2700 | 1222 N 185th Street Suite 100 | Shoreline, WA 98133 ABOUT BTI EVENTS
BTI Events is the managing partner for the US-IUSF, the American arm of FISU. A comprehensive athletic event management company, BTI Events facilitates and provides logistical support for all types of athletic teams traveling to domestic and international events, including U.S. athletes competing in the World University Games. Under the direction of the US-IUSF, BTI Events assists U.S. athletes in managing Games and Championships administration, logistics, and information resources.
COST PER PERSON $1,950 7 nights
WHAT’S INCLUDED WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED 7 nights’ accommodation in 3-4 star hotel Airfare to and from Merida Each additional night: $75 per person per night Hotel breakfast, lunch, and dinner Additional nights in the hotel (above 7 nights) USA uniforms (2 sets for team sports) All ground transportation as part of the games in Mexico At minimum a USA patch is required on all uniforms Costs for judges or referees USA Team apparel (USA hat and shirt) Airfare, accommodations, meals, and transportation costs, if applicable
FISU registration fee and accreditation process Baggage or shipping costs for equipment or luggage
USA Team medical and staff office in hotel Cost of bringing your own athletic trainer
Pre-event logistical assistance
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COMPETE FOR USA TEAM CONTACT KALVIN JOHANSON (425) 977-2700 [email protected]
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