Is there a way to participate in the National Senior Games if I’m unable to qualify?

Basketball Shooting Skills, Beach Volleyball, Bocce, Billiards, Cornhole, Climbing, Cycling Recumbent Time Trials & Recumbent Road Races, Disc Golf, Flag Football, Golf Scramble, Non-Ambulatory Pickleball Singles, Powerlifting, Power Walk, 1-Mile Road Race, Tai Chi and Triathlon Relay are offered as “Open Sports/Events” for the 2027 National Senior Games. Qualification is not required for Open Sports/Events; athletes must be at least 50 years of age by Dec. 31, 2026, to be eligible.