Athletes must abide by the rules of their association. It is the responsibility of each athlete to check with any sports group or association of which they are a member for full details on rules or restrictions regarding their participation in the Bay State Games. Every Bay State Games participant must provide their own personal medical insurance. Athletes unable to provide proof of insurance, upon request, will not be allowed to compete. A full time student at a recognized academic institution in Massachusetts A registered member of a Massachusetts club in the sport for which they are entering.
Some sports have deadlines or entry limits.
Others may allow on-site registration. Refer to the sports information in this book for specific details. The applicant will not be eligible to participate until the entry fee and bank charge have been paid. On-site or late entries will receive shirts based on availability. Medals are awarded to the top 3 places in each division and event.