A list of all medal winners is provided to the SGA by the individual states. Athletes will be able to register via mail as well. Entry deadlines vary by sport. Please view the entry booklet for details. The SGA is an extension of local State Games competitions which began with the Empire State Games of New York in 1978.
Rules regarding roster changes vary from sport to sport.
See entry booklet for complete details. All athletes and teams are responsible for their own uniforms and equipment. Uniforms should be sport appropriate and have numbers on the back. Please check entry booklet for further details. At the SGA, athletes experience a lavish opening ceremonies on the Friday night before the competition that includes music, a parade of athletes, special appearances by celebrities, opportunities to win prizes and a fireworks display.