Native American Games

INDIGENOUS INSTITUTE of the AMERICAS

INSTITUTO INDIGENISTA de las AMERICAS

2006 Lori Piestewa National Native American Games

Where: Phoenix, AZ -- Grand Canyon State Games has announced Phoenix, Arizona will be the host city for the 2006 Lori Piestewa National Native American Games, July 20-23, 2006. The games honor Pfc. Lori Piestewa, the first Native American woman killed in combat. The sports to be contested include basketball, softball, volleyball and track and field. Opening Ceremonies on July 20. more info: 480.517.9700

The Lori Piestewa National Native American Games are open to the 511 tribes throughout the United States. The only requirement is that athletes must be one-quarter Native American to compete. The four sports featured at the games are basketball, softball, volleyball and track and field. Information and registration available at www.gcsg.org . The Grand Canyon State Games provides a showcase for the talents and aspirations of amateur athletes, regardless of age or ability, and are one of the largest amateur sports festivals in the United States.

Colorado Indigenous Games Society, Inc.

924 West Colfax Avenue, Suite 102, Denver, CO 80204

Phone: (303) 623-3513, Toll Free: (888) 623-3513, Email: info@naig2006.com