The 2026 Patriot Games begin today featuring youth athletes nationwide
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The 2026 Patriot Games, organized by President Trump, start today at SPIRE Academy in Geneva, OH, featuring 120 athletes aged 14 to 17 from across the United States. Events include classic school contests such as dodgeball and kickball, with competitors seeking a total scholarship prize of $250,000. The games are set to air on ESPN+ from August 9 through August 11, with upcoming matches scheduled throughout the event. A primetime special highlighting the games will also air on August 13.
- •120 students competing in various athletic events over three days
- •Broadcasting on ESPN+ with options for free trials through DirecTV or Fubo
- •Events range from dodgeball to tug-of-war, evoking schoolyard games
- •Final events scheduled for August 11, with a primetime special on August 13
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Where to Watch the 2026 Patriot Games Online for Free Without Cable
"President Trump's new athletic event features 120 students — aged 14 to 17 — competing in dodgeball, kickball, and other classic secondary school contests
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