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Decatur selected to host the NAIA Women’s Soccer National Championships in 2026 + 2027
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The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics selected Decatur to host its women’s national soccer championships in 2026 and 2027, city officials announced Monday, May 11.
The announcement came as the city is already midway through hosting this week’s NAIA Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse National Championships at the Jack Allen Recreation Complex.
The complex will host the 2026 NAIA Women’s Soccer National Championships Nov. 30–Dec. 7.
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How Decatur won the bid
Decatur Morgan County Tourism and Decatur Parks & Recreation made the case and won the NAIA Women’s Soccer National Championships for two years.
“Our proven ability to deliver high-level national events continues to strengthen Decatur’s reputation as a premier sports destination and is a major reason the NAIA continues to bring championship competition to our city.”
Decatur Morgan County Tourism
Decatur’s previous NAIA championships
The city has hosted the NAIA three times so far over the past five years:
- This week’s lacrosse championship at Jack Allen Sports Complex is the first in a three-year agreement to host through 2028.
- Decatur hosted the NAIA Men’s Soccer National Championships in 2021-2022.
Decatur officials are thrilled to host again
“Thanks to the strong relationship built with our team, Decatur Parks & Recreation, the outstanding facilities at the Jack Allen Recreation Complex and the confidence the NAIA has in our staff and community, Decatur continues to stand out as a championship destination.”
Decatur Morgan County Tourism
Stay tuned for updates leading up to the NAIA Women’s Soccer National Championships this winter.
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