The first weekend of the GAMES was highlighted by mild weather, exciting competition, and an Opening Ceremonies complete with Mizzou Athletes Drew Lock, Sophie Cunningham, Kevin Puryear and Riley Sents.  The weekend’s events also included the Shelter Insurance Torch Run and Audrey Walton Youth Leadership Conference

Additional events will kick of Friday, July 27.  Several sports will accept onsite registration including, Disc Golf, Fencing, Judo, Target Archery, Mountain Biking, 5K/10K Road Race/Race Walk , Track & Field and Shooting events.  See schedule for July 27-29.

Check out some of the media coverage from the first weekend!

Show-Me State Games provide economic impact

SMSG draws thousands of visitors

Show Me State Games officially kicks off with torch run

Show-Me State Games kick off with Opening Ceremony

Show-Me State Games 6-year-old wrestler thrives after beating illness

Former Olympian stays active on golf course

Archers shoot their way into Show-Me State Games competition

Seven teams compete in Show-Me State Games rugby

Weekend in photos