2026 College Championships
REGIONAL BIDS
Qualifiers
GET YOUR PASSES
Tickets
Pay a Little Less
$10
For those who need to pay a little less than the regular rate of event admissions.
*Children 12 and under are free.
Online Only
Regular Event Rate
$15
Admissions operate on a “pay-what-you-can” honor system and are available for purchase online only.
*Children 12 and under are free.
Pay a Little More
$20
For those who can afford to pay at little more than the regular rate of event admissions.
*Children 12 and under are free.
GETTING TO GREG PETRY SPORTSPARK
Travel & Accommodations
Everything you need to plan your trip to Waukegan, including directions, venue details, local area hotels, dining, attractions and more!
VENUE
Greg Petry SportsPark
3391 W Beach Rd.
Waukegan, IL 60085
Dogs must be leashed
HOTELS
Looking for a place to stay in Waukegan or nearby? You can find all your housing information for the 2026 College Championships right here.
Book early to guarantee event rates.
DIRECTIONS BY AIR
ORD — O’Hare International (30 mi)
MDW — Chicago Midway (40 mi)
MKE — Mitchell International (45 mi)
DIRECTIONS BY CAR
From I-94 West take exit 8B at IL-132 East/Grand Ave. Turn left onto IL-131/Green Bay Rd. and then left onto W. Beach Rd.
From I-94 East take exit 1B at Hwy 41 South. Turn left onto Wadsworth Rd. Turn Right onto IL-31/Green Bay Rd. and then right onto W. Beach Rd.
LOCAL AREA INFORMATION
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and rich with Midwestern charm, Lake County, Illinois, offers a vibrant blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences and local flavor. Visitors can explore scenic outdoor escapes, artistic treasures, eclectic shopping, diverse dining and find unforgettable adventures.
HOW TO WATCH
Watch
Access more than 30 games with live coverage of pool play and elimination brackets on Ultiworld.com, the official livestreaming partner of the USA Ultimate College Championships.
Watch free livestreams of select games on the Ultiworld YouTube channel.
LATEST NEWS
News
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2026 College Final Regular Season Rankings and Nationals Bid Allocation Released
Colorado Springs, Colo. (April 3, 2026) – Today USA Ultimate released the final rankings for the 2026 College regular season.…
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2027 U-24 Worlds Player Applications Now Open
Colorado Springs, Colo. (April 2, 2026) — USA Ultimate has opened the application process for athletes interested in trying out…
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Callahan Award Nominations Open
Colorado Springs, Colo. (March 31, 2026) – Today USA Ultimate, the national governing body for the sport of ultimate in…
VIDEO
Championship Highlights
2025 USA Ultimate D-III College Championships: Finals Highlights
2025 College Championships, DIII Women’s Final: Haverford/Bryn Mawr vs. Wesleyan
2025 College Championships, DIII Men’s Final: Middlebury vs. Lewis & Clark
2025 WFDF World U-24 Championships: Team USA Finals Highlights
2025 WFDF World U-24 Championships: Team USA Pool Play Highlights
MEDIA
Media Information
To request a media credential and review USA Ultimate’s media guidelines, including those related to photography and video, visit USA Ultimate’s Media Services page.
PAST CHAMPIONS
History
| Year | Champion | Runner-Up | Score | Location | Spirit Award Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Lewis & Clark | Middlebury | 15-14 | Burlington, WA | Carleton |
| 2024 | St. Olaf | Williams | 15-12 | Milwaukee, WI | Claremont |
| 2023 | Colorado College | Middlebury | 15-11 | Obetz, OH | Rochester |
| 2022 | Oklahoma Christian | St. Olaf | 15-11 | Milwaukee, WI | Claremont |
| 2021 | Oklahoma Christian | Middlebury | 15-12 | Norco, CA | Kenyon |
| Year | Champion | Runner-Up | Score | Location | Spirit Award Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Wesleyan | Haverford/Bryn Mawr | 15-11 | Burlington, WA | Claremont |
| 2024 | Portland | Carleton | 15-13 | Milwaukee, WI | Lewis & Clark |
| 2023 | Middlebury | Carleton | 15-12 | Obetz, OH | Catholic |
| 2022 | Middlebury | Wellesley | 15-10 | Milwaukee, WI | Skidmore |
| 2021 | Middlebury | Portland | 15-10 | Norco, CA | Rice |
AWARDS
Donovan Award
The Donovan Award
Since 2017 the Donovan Award has been awarded by Ultiworld to one women’s and one men’s division player who are selected by their peers. The ideal candidate for the award demonstrates an exceptional level of skill and athleticism on the field and is a leader off the field, both on their team and in the greater ultimate community. They also uphold the principles of Spirit of the Game, equity and fairness in their own actions, as well as holding teammates accountable to do the same.
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