Teenagers between 14 and 17 years old from every state, tribal nations, and U.S. territories will compete in the first Patriot Games. Initially announced by Trump in December, the event was scheduled to be in Washington, D.C., but SPIRE Academy in Ohio has now taken the role of host. The White House has not confirmed if Trump will attend.
On Sunday, the games open with a Presidential Qualifier, followed by dodgeball and kickball. Monday’s schedule includes Varsity Circuit and Operation Endurance, with more details to be revealed. Tuesday will feature tug-of-war and pop-a-shot, an arcade-style basketball challenge.
The final day will also include an obstacle course that mimics a military boot camp. ESPN will cover the event live and air a recap special on Thursday night. The competitions are meant to reflect a variety of sports and fitness tests, including the Presidential Fitness Test.
Each state is expected to send one male and one female athlete. ESPN has not yet detailed which events will be team-based. The Patriot Games aim to combine fun and fitness, with the top two performers walking away with significant scholarships.