PREMISE: The premise of the Henderson Games is fitness and sports competition for the fun of it. The original concept endorsed the philosophy of providing something for everyone and events were chosen to include all aspects of friendly competition.

Henderson GamesINTRODUCTION: The 2019 Henderson Games will be held April 5-28 in Henderson, Nevada. It is a unique, special competitive and social event that combines sports and games with entertainment and camaraderie.

REGISTRATION: Registration can be completed online at www.cityofhenderson.com/register. Registration is not accepted by fax or by email. Completed registration forms can be dropped off at any Henderson recreation center or mailed to the Sports Office, 298 N. Arroyo Grande Blvd., Henderson, NV 89014, Attention: Henderson Games.Program registration is $15 per athlete (except volleybal). It covers administration costs, advertising and awards. You will receive a one-of-a-kind Henderson Games T-shirt. There is also a per-event cost for each event you enter.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Due to the mass ordering of T-shirts and awards, registration will not be accepted after April 5, 2019. However, some events will allow walk-ons or late registration.

CONFIRMATION: All registrants will receive a receipt by mail confirming the events for which they have registered. If there are any discrepancies, contact the Sports Office at 702-267-5717.RULES: Each event coordinator sets forth the rules governing the team sports and individual competitions. For all other questions, please contact the Sports Office at 702-267-5717.

AGE: Age divisions for all singles events are determined by the athlete’s age as of the event start date. Age divisions for all doubles and mixed doubles events are determined by the younger age of the two athletes. Events will be broken up by age division when possible based on registration.

ATHLETE CHECK-IN AND FORFEITURE: It is recommended that participants check in with the event coordinator or person at the registration desk at least 15 minutes prior to the start of each event. Athletes will receive a five-minute grace period before play begins. The event coordinator will announce a forfeit after the allotted time has passed. In addition to the registration waiver, individual event waivers must be signed and turned in prior to competing in any event.

SUGGESTED ATTIRE: Henderson Games T-shirts are available for pickup at the registration table before each event. Proper attire refers to what is deemed appropriate for each event.AWARDS: First-, second- and third-place awards will be presented at the close of each event.

PROTEST POLICY: Any person(s) wishing to file a protest with regard to any aspect of competition at the Henderson Games must bring the discrepancy to the attention of the event coordinator overseeing the event prior to the conclusion of the event. The event coordinator and a Henderson Games official will discuss the protest and render a decision based on their findings. All decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
HOW TO SUGGEST A RULE CHANGE: Suggestions for rule changes must be submitted in writing to the City of Henderson Sports Office, 298 N. Arroyo Grande Blvd., Henderson, NV 89014. The committee overseeing the program will review your suggestions. Once it is considered by the committee, you will receive a written response detailing what actions were taken, if any.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: Participants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the Sports Office in advance at 702-267-5717.