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2026 National Club Championship Preview

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – The 2026 National Club Championship (NCC) is just days away! Starting next week, the top club teams in the country will gather in Virginia Beach, Va. to compete for the title of national champion.

The action begins on Monday, June 22, with the U-14 Girls age division, followed by U-16 Girls on June 26, then U-19 Girls on June 28. Here is everything you need to know heading into the 2026 NCC, presented by Harrow Sports.

  • Event Page

    All the information you need can be found on the event page. Find the schedule, teams, news, list of college coaches in attendance, and more.

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  • Venue

    The 2026 NCC will take place at the Virginia Beach Regional Training Center (RTC) in Virginia Beach, Va. All games will be played on the two water-based Astroturf fields.

    Address: 2044 Landstown Centre Wy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456

  • Gate Opening Times

    On Day 1 for each age division, gates will open at least one hour prior to the start of the first matches. For Day 2 and Day 3, gates will open 30 minutes prior (6:30 a.m.) to the start of the first game.

  • Format & Schedule

    24 teams from each age division qualified from Regional Club Championships across the country. There are eight pools for each age division, consisting of three teams each. Each team will play two pool matches, and the top two teams in each pool will advance to the top 16 bracket.

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  • Vendor Village

    Vendor Village will be open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. The vendors in attendance will be Harrow Sports, Blockstar, Capelli Sport, Pain & Gain/Vlack, and Wrappit Wrappit. You can purchase official 2026 NCC merchandise from presenting sponsor Harrow Sports.

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  • Livestream

    Next Level Video (NLV) offers livestream of all matches available for purchase.

    Livestream of the bronze and gold medal games for each age division is provided free, courtesy of Hometown Sports Management.

  • Game Film & Highlights

    Next Level Video (NLV) offers game footage and highlight reel packages available for purchase. NLV will be offering discounted rates for a limited time before the start of each age division.

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  • Photographer

    Dan Trevino will be onsite as the official event photographer! The following photo packages are available for purchase:

    Team Package: $325 | Triples Package: $225  | Duo Package: $150

    Questions? Email sspdt@yahoo.com. Follow Dan Trevino on Instagram.

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  • Theme Days

    Don’t forget to pack your theme day outfits and accessories! There will be one theme day for each age division.

    U-14: June 23 – Pride Day

    U-16: June 26 – Beach Day

    U-19: June 29 – USA Day

  • 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup

    In anticipation of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, we’ll be playing trivia, running a raffle, and getting hype at the 2026 NCC! Plus, Capelli Sport will be onsite selling exclusive World Cup merch! (You can also order online here)

    Learn more about the FIH World Cup

  • Capelli Sport Recovery Zone

    Virginia Beach in the summer can get HOT! Please make sure athletes are hydrating and taking advantage of the Recovery Zone, sponsored by Capelli Sport. Athletes will be provided a quiet recovery zone space where they can get out of the heat, stretch, and relax after competition. Team cold plunge sign-up will also be available again this year.

  • Social Media

    You can follow the action of the 2026 NCC by following USA Field Hockey on social media! Attendees can also tag USA Field Hockey in their social media posts throughout the event for a chance to be reposted. Find us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X.