Meet Your Maker - Euchre Tournament on April 18th!

Come out for some classic, Midwestern fun while also supporting your local veterans club! Whether you’re new to Euchre or a seasoned player, everyone is welcome. You do not need a partner to register; in fact, everyone will play individually, with a new partner each round! Intrigued? We’re excited to see you on April 18th!

DATE

April 18th, 2026

LOCATION

American Legion Post 47
3811 West River Dr NW
Comstock Park, MI 49321 (directions)

TIME

1:00 PM - Registration Starts

Cost

$15 per person, 8-rounds guaranteed

What Sets the Meijer State Games of Michigan Hockey Tournament Apart

What Sets the Meijer State Games of Michigan Hockey Tournament Apart

We’re not just your average tournament…

Whether you’re new or returning to us, the Meijer States Games of Michigan, and specifically the hockey tournament, is a completely unique player experience that continues to evolve every year!

The Meijer State Games of Michigan Hockey Tournament stands apart from any other tournament - not just because of the statewide representation, but because it’s a part of something much bigger! Being one pillar of Michigan’s only Olympic style, multi-sport showcase and competition, the hockey tournament gives its players, coaches, and parents a fully immersed and unique tournament experience.

Defining “Olympic-Style”

The phrase “Olympic style” is frequently used to describe the Games as a whole, but what does that really mean? The Meijer State Games of Michigan is an overhead term for a variety of different sports, tournaments, and events happening in the same time frame. The hockey tournament itself is a large part of many different events in the games, giving athletes the opportunity to be a part of something more than just their sport!

Photo: West Michigan Sports Commission, 2025

As a part of the larger State Games, each hockey player is automatically invited to be a part of the game’s opening ceremony! Much like the real Olympics’ opening ceremony, athletes will have a parade, showing off what sport they’re representing, along with all of the other sports athletes. Fit with a ceremonial lighting of the torch, entertainment, brand appearances, and a real Olympian presenting the opening ceremony speech, our players kick off the tournament on an exciting, fun note, leading them into their tournament the following days.

Let’s Talk Hockey.

After the excitement of the opening ceremony, athletes will begin to focus on their own individual games! Over the weekend, gameday structures will be similar to a common hockey tournament - bracket style, winner take all!

Photo: West Michigan Sports Commission, 2025

What’s unique about us is the formation of our teams, with players representing their region of the state, dividing them into “districts” based off of their hometown. By doing this, players are able to meet other athletes outside of their team/club who are from the same general area with a shared goal - winning the tournament and proving to the state that their district has the best players in all of Michigan!

Overall…

In any sport, the Meijer State Games of Michigan is a unique and one-of-a-kind for both players and spectators alike, but our hockey tournament is truly something special. As one of the largest sports player pools in the whole Games, get ready for an immersive and exciting weekend filled with some new and familiar faces!

Interested in representing your region in a statewide tournament? Look no further than the 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Hockey Tournament, happening from June 25-28th, 2026 in the Greater Grand Rapids area! With both a boys and girls tournament, featuring players aged from 8-18, players have the unique opportunity to represent their region on a statewide level!

Why Michigan Dominates Youth Hockey in the U.S.

Why Michigan Dominates Youth Hockey in the U.S.

The best players in the country, period.

From Hockeytown to Hastings, Michigan hockey is rooted deep within the state’s culture. Michigan has long been recognized as a pillar of hockey culture across the country, in part fueled by the exciting and ever-growing youth hockey scene that continues to produce talent!

Generations of Tradition

Hockey in Michigan proves to be more than just a pass-time, it’s a genuine way of life. From playing on frozen ponds to playing pick up at a local rink, hockey has a tight knit community like no other sport in the world. Michigan players, both past and present, have a lifetime relationship with the sport, which is why parents continue to sign up their kids to play at higher rates than other states, because for us, this is a way of life – not just a weekend activity.

Growing Player Pool

There is strength in numbers, and Michigan certainly does not shy away from proving we have one of the largest player bases in the country, rivaling states like Minnesota and Massachusetts. According to USA Hockey’s 2024-25 season report, Michigan had a total of 40,738 registered youth players, an increase from the previous season (USA Hockey, 2025). This growing number of players, even with older players phasing out of the programs, shows a thriving youth interest in the game.

Globally Recognized Talent

Photo: West Michigan Sports Commission, 2024

Michigan consistently produces top of the line players that are born and raised through the youth programs in the state. It all starts with the programs and coaches that work hard to foster an exciting and challenging environment for players that furthers their talent, which continues to prove successful when looking at where Michigan players end up in their older years. In the 2026 Winter Olympic Games alone, 8 Michigan Born players have been selected on the men and women’s teams, with notable names like Jack and Quinn Hughes, Dylan Larkin, and Connor Hellebuyck!

Fierce Regional Rivalry

Considering the size and regional differences throughout the state, there is already an unspoken rivalry set between Michiganders from different regions. The U.P. vs the Lower Peninsula, the East side vs the West side, any countless more on a smaller level fuels player’s passion in competition to prove that their region, team, or district is the best in the state!

Overall

Michigan’s consistent dominance in the hockey community is undeniable - from being home to an Original 6 iconic team like the Red Wings, to Western Michigan winning the 2025 Men’s NCAA tournament - but all of that impact starts with our youth hockey programs and players!

Interested in representing your region in a statewide tournament? Look no further than the 2026 Meijer State Games of Michigan Hockey Tournament, happening from June 25-28th, 2026 in the Greater Grand Rapids area! With both a boys and girls tournament, featuring players aged from 8-18, players have the unique opportunity to represent their region on a statewide level. Register for tryouts, today!

References:

USA Hockey 2024-25 Season Final Registration Reports - https://cdn1.sportngin.com/attachments/document/b284-3407391/2024-25_Season_Final_Registration_Reports.pdf

Game on, Michigan! The Meijer State Games of Michigan - Summer Games are about to begin!

🥇 Let the Summer Games Begin!

The countdown is ON! The State Games of Michigan Summer Games are coming in hot. The ultimate Olympic-style event that brings the spirit of international competition close to home!

Uniting athletes across Michigan, proudly backed by the West Michigan Sports Commission, the Meijer State Games of Michigan has 41 unique events, across 41 venues with 33 sports, including Boys Volleyball, a first time sport for the Summer Games, and many more returning events.

🔥 Opening Ceremony: June 20th

Mark your Calendars! We’re kicking things off the Olympic way! An Opening Ceremony you won’t want to miss! We are opening with a bang – high energy performances, and electric excitement to launch the weekend of epic athletic competition.

The kickoff party begins at 6:30 pm, with the Opening Ceremony following at 7:30 pm. Following our athlete parade, there will be entertainment from TNT Dunk Squad, keynote speaker and Olympic Gold medalist, Tia Brooks, lighting of the cauldron, and more. Admission is free to all spectators and athletes. For more information regarding the Opening Ceremony visit: Opening Ceremony – State Games of Michigan 

From Start to Finish: 41 Ways to Compete and Win.

The State Games is bringing the heat with 41 action-packed events that capture the spirit of the Olympics – with a twist! Not only is this competition, but it’s also a celebration of the skill, strength, and strategy that the athletes give to their event. Whether you’re going for gold, or cheering from the stands, every event is set to challenge and entertain!

From crowd favorite events to brand new additions you’ll see

• Excited hockey matches showcasing skill, speed, and teamwork.

• Baseball games, filled with fun competition.

• Competitive stroke play golf where every shot counts.

• Intense Boys Volleyball battles where skill and strategy will dominate.

• And 37 more unique events that will challenge athletes and thrill the fans.

ABOUT THE MEIJER STATE GAMES OF MICHIGAN

The Meijer State Games of Michigan is a multi-sport, Olympic-style event. In its 16th year, the Games welcome athletes of all ages and abilities to compete. Each year, 50+ sporting events take place and over 8,500 athletes compete in the Meijer State Games of Michigan. Like the Olympics, the State Games features an opening ceremony for athletes. The flagship event of the West Michigan Sports Commission, the Meijer State Games of Michigan is a member of the National Congress of State Games and is one of 30 State Games programs in the United States.  Since 2010, the Meijer State Games of Michigan has hosted over 110,000 athletes and contributed more than $42 million in estimated economic impact. For more information, visit StateGamesOfMichigan.com.

SPONSORS

Sponsors of the Meijer State Games of Michigan – Summer Games include title sponsor Meijer: gold sponsors Nova Care and Lake Michigan Credit Union: silver sponsors Blue Cross Blue Sheild and Fox Motors: bronze sponsors Lacks, Peppino’s, fairlife, Tele-Rad, Northern Michigan University, Gordon Water Systems, and Serv-U-Success: and supporting sponsors Life EMS, Experience Grand Rapids, and Michigan Fitness Foundation.