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We're Valencia Bound for the 2026 Gay Games
Please join or support us on this epic tournament endeavor
This June 27-July 4 we will return to the Gay Games for our second appearance with a squad to play 11v11 in Division 2 of the IGLFA based tournament. We return as prior Bronze Medalists with a few players from the 2018 squad and a handful of first time Gay Games players. Our last IGLFA appearance was in Sydney Australia in 2023 where we earned 1st place in Division II of the IGLFA World Championships. The division this year will have 19 teams, and the tournament itself will feature more than 80 soccer teams from around the world in 4 different formats and levels.
Players seeking to join should reach out to Ryan, information at the bottom of the page. We are accepting interest up through the month of May and you do not need to reside in Minnesota. WE presently have 16 players committed and we'd like to reach 18 persons on the roster. The cost to play is $250 per player paid to the tournament, plus $60 for uniforms, and travel costs. Flights are around $1,200ea, hotel is around $1,000 for a single hotel room, but options to split with teammates may exist to lower that burden. Games will be played on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday of that week.
Seeking Sponsors, Donors and Supplies
Help support our teams that travel the globe promoting queer pride, acceptance and growing the game of soccer for all. We gladly accept in-kind and monetary support for our teams. With a network of more than 3,000 local players and alumni and routine exposure to thousands of adults year round we are a great investment and opportunity. The average cost for a player to attend the game games is $2,750.
DONATIONS WELCOME: Cash/Check or Venmo @grayducks
Sponsorship Desired: Let's chat, we have a vast network of persons and tremendous marketing experience to apply to your business objective.
Supplies Needed: Uniforms, Equipment, Travel items, Transport and Accommodation support, PT and Coaching support, facility space
2026 Valencia Gay Games | Current Roster
Meet the Team
Our 2026 squad is comprised of veteran players and newcomers to the Gay Games from varying genders and levels of play as well. We are situated to have a great time on and off the pitch at this year's sports festival, and hopefully bring home a medal as well.
Follow Our Journey
Throughout the course of our journey will find us posting on Facebook and Instagram. Be sure to follow us there! We will have a plethora of video and photos.
We'll continue to accept donations in kind on our Venmo: @grayducks
Gay Games
The Gay Games occur once every four years in a different host city each occurrence. Nearly 15,000 athletes ascend on the city for a week long sporting endeavor for and by LGBT persons and our allied teammates. The games are an opportunity to not only an opportunity to compete among the best LGBT athletes in the world, but also to celebrate the advancement and opportunity of sport.
2018 Paris Gay Games | Bronze Medalists
Meet the Team
Our 2018 squad earned a Bronze at the Paris Gay Games, our first appearance ever. We built a top notch roster through an extensive recruiting campaign beyond the Minnesota border to ensure we could send a full squad. We at times cannot find enough willing persons to attend these expensive tournaments from our hometown and we welcome teammates from across the globe.
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us reach Paris and do our best to represent the US and Minnesota. Your generous donation will fund our mission.
