MINED launches School Games 2026: “More and More Victories” in Ciudad Sandino
In these 2026 School Games “More and More Victories”, local governments and sports federations are also involved, all joining forces to promote physical activity and recreation.
TL;DR
- The national launch of the School Games 2026 "More and More Victories" took place in Ciudad Sandino.
- Approximately half a million student athletes from primary, intermediate, and secondary levels are participating.
- The games feature 16 sports, including basketball, volleyball, football, chess, swimming, wrestling, judo, table tennis, and handball.
- Athletes with disabilities are included in all disciplines.
- The initiative involves the Ministry of Education, the Alexis Argüello Sports Movement, the Nicaraguan Institute of Sports, local governments, and sports federations.
- The games will progress through school, district, municipal, and departmental stages to form national teams for international competitions.
- Sports equipment was distributed to participating schools.
- The importance of physical activity for both health and academic performance was highlighted.