Sports

Choose Your Sport

Compete in the 2027 Great Barrier Reef Masters Games in Cairns from 23-27 June 2027. Join masters athletes from across Australia and around the world for an exciting week of competition, connection and unforgettable experiences in Tropical North Queensland.

Browse the sports below to explore competition details, eligibility requirements and key dates.

Registrations for the 2027 Great Barrier Reef Masters Games are coming soon. We're putting the finishing touches in place, with the registration opening date to be announced in October. Please check the registration page regularly for updates.

Sports program subject to change.

  • Master competitors pulling back bow and aiming for a target

    Archery

    Draw, aim, and test your precision in an archery competition
  • Athletics

    Sprint, jump and throw your way to new heights in our athletics competition
  • Master baseball image

    Baseball

    Step up to the plate and swing for the fences in Masters Baseball
  • Women's basketball team sitting on the sideline laughing

    Basketball

    Dribble, shoot and compete in our Basketball competition
  • Basketball masters at play

    Basketball (Walking)

    Take the pace down in our Walking Basketball competition
  • Beach Volleyball

    Feel the sand between your toes as you serve, spike and rally in Beach Volleyball.
  • Boxing

    COMING SOON!
  • Cricket

    Crab your bat, take guard and compete in our Cricket Competition
  • Football (Soccer)

    Pull on your boots and take to the field in our Masters Football Competition
  • masters golfer image

    Golf

    Tee off and test your skills in our Masters Golf Competition
  • hockey masters image

    Hockey

    Grab your stick and hit the turf in Masters Hockey
  • indoor rowing masters image

    Indoor Rowing

    Row, race and challenge yourself in Indoor Rowing Competition
  • Lawn Bowls

    Aim for the jack and enjoy the friendly rivalry of Lawn Bowls
  • Muay Thai

    COMING SOON!
  • Netball

    Take to the court and experience the fast-paced action of Masters Netball
  • Masters playing netball

    Netball (Walking)

    Take the pace down and have fun in our Walking Netball competition
  • pickleball card

    Pickleball

    Grab a paddle and join the fast-growing fun and friendly competition of Pickleball
  • Powerlifting

    Take on the ultimate test of strength in our Masters Powerlifting Competition
  • rugby masters image

    Rugby 7s

    Run, pass and score in our exciting Masters Rugby 7s Competition
  • master shooting image

    Shooting IPSC

    Challenge your focus, speed and accuracy in our IPSC Shooting Competition
  • softball masters image

    Softball

    Grab your glove and take to the diamond in our Masters Softball Competition
  • masters swimming image

    Swimming

    Take to the pool and test your speed, endurance and technique in Swimming
  • competitors participating in open water swim race

    Swimming - Open Water

    Challenge yourself in Open Water Swimming against the stunning backdrop of Lake Barrine
  • Swimming - Ocean Swim

    COMING SOON! Take on the crystal-clear waters off Fitzroy Island.
  • Tennis masters image

    Tennis

    Serve, rally, and compete in a fun and friendly tennis competition for all skill levels
  • Wake Boarding

    Catch some air and ride the excitement of our Wakeboarding Competition
  • Is Your Sport Missing?

    Contact your local Cairns sporting association or state/national governing body and encourage them to express their interest in hosting your sport at the 2027 Great Barrier Reef Masters Games.