FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Opening Ceremonies

  • What is the cost of Opening Ceremonies?

    Athletes are free if they march in the Parade of Athletes. Two coaches per team are also allowed to march with the team. General Admission Spectator tickets are $10 plus fees each.  Reserved Seat Premium Tickets are $25 each plus fees.  Small children who fit under the turnstile can get in for free.  If an athlete does not march, they must buy a ticket. Parking is $10 cash per car.

  • Is there assigned seating at Opening Ceremonies?

    All seats are reserved and digital tickets will be used.

  • What is Premium Seating?

    Premium Seating is available for an additional $15 (total of $25 per ticket). When purchased, you will select a reserved seat in one of the best sections in the Arena.  We sold out last year, so buy your Premium tickets early.  All tickets are Digital.

  • Can a Coach march in with their athlete(s)?

    It is preferred that coaches march in with their team to help keep them in order and together.  Up to 2 coaches may march in with their team. 

  • Can a Parent stay with a young child in the Ceremonies?

    If the child is not a part of a team and the parent feels they are too young to march in by themselves, a parent may walk alongside the parade to watch their child.  The parent can assist the volunteers with their sport.

  • What time is Opening Ceremonies?

    Athletes should arrive between 4:00pm – 6:00pm.  The Ceremonies begin with the Athlete Parade at 6:30pm and is expected to end by 8:00pm.  There is a free Athlete Fun Zone set up for everyone between 4:00pm and 6:00pm.  Athletes line up for the Parade at 6:00pm.  

  • Where do we go at the arena?

    Athlete Fun Zone is on the North side of the Arean (opposite Chick-Fil-A).  Entrance is free for everyone.  Games and music are set up for the kids and Adults over 21 can purchase a Beer Garden ticket to receive 2 free beers!

  • Where and when is the Bay City Beer Garden?

    $10 wristband (buy online) gets you tickets for 2 -12 oz craft beers.  The  Bay City Beer Garden will be held before Opening Ceremonies at the arean in the Athlete Fun Zone from 4pm - 6pm.  You must be 21 years old to enter and must show your ID to receive your wristband.

Athlete Check-In

  • Where do I Check-in?

    Most athletes will check-in at their venue.


    Basketball & Softball teams must Check-In at Dave & Buster's San Diego on Thursday evening between 5-8pm.   Address is 2931 Camino Del Rio N., San Diego , CA  92108

  • Can one person check-in for a team or multiple individuals?

    Yes, a team manager or representative may check in a team or multiple teams within the same organization.

Tickets & Merchandise

  • How do I purchase tickets for Opening Ceremonies?
    1. This is the first year that we're selling e-tickets for Opening Ceremonies. Click here to purchase tickets.
    2. If you need to pay cash for tickets at SDCCU Stadium, they will be $13. Go to Will Call Ticket Booth F after 4pm on Friday.
    3. Basketball 3 Day Wristbands includes 1 General Admission Opening Ceremonies entry.
  • Is there a fee to watch the sport competitions?

    Majority of our sport competitions are FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.


    Basketball:  

    3 Day Wristband ($20) -  Best Deal, includes 1 Opening Ceremonies General Admission entry and 3-Days Entry to the Basketball Tournament.  


    Daily Wristband ($10 per day) - 1 day entry


    Purchase wristbands at Dave & Buster's Thursday night Kick-Off Party or a limited amount will be available at the gyms each day.


    Wrestling:  Tickets for Wrestling will be on sale at the gym on the day of competition.


    All other events are free to the public.

  • Where can I purchase merchandise?

    CSG Merchandise is available in the following locations:

    • CSG Merchandise is sold online
    • Kick-Off Party at Dave & Buster's Mission Valley on Thursday July 16 from 5-8pm
    • Opening Ceremonies at SDCCU Stadium
    • Several sports venues including Basketball-Alliant University,  Swimming, and Track & Field

Late Registration

  • I missed the deadline, can I still register for my sport?

    Each sport has its own entry deadline listed on the website.  Please check with your Sport Director to see if late registration is available.

    BMX Freestyle , BMX Racing, Diving, Jr Lifeguards, Skateboarding, and Surfing will all accept Day Of entries at a higher fee.

    Wrestling will accept Late entries during Weigh-Ins on Friday at Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Schedules

  • When will my sport’s schedules be posted?

    Most schedules will be completed one week after the entry deadline.  All teams must be prepared to play at the start time for their sport which is listed on the website.

  • What if I coach 2 teams in the Games?

    If you have a special schedule request, you must email the request to info@calstategames.org as soon as possible, so we can attempt to accomodate your request.  You must have an assistant coach on site. Even if we accomodate pool play scheduling, we cannot predict the future and your 2 teams may be playing at the same time in Championship play.

Photography

  • Will there be photographers on-site at my sporting event?

    Majority of the sports venues will have photographers on site.  Some photographers will offer on-site sales while others will have photos available online for purchase after the event. 

Results

  • When will my sport’s results be posted?

    Most results will be posted on our website within 24 hours.   Team Sports will be posting live results throughout each day.

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