Youth Summit Logo

The Youth Summit Championship
April 23-24, 2026

A Premier End-of-Season competition, specifically celebrating the accomplishments of youth teams hosted in Tampa, Florida. You can expect the same great Summit event experience you have come to know and love with a specific focus on bringing high-caliber competition to younger athletes. Additional information about pricing, bid qualification and more will be coming soon.

Location: Tampa Convention Center
333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33602

2026 Info Guide

2026 Info Guide

2026 NON U.S. Info Guide

2026 NON U.S. Info Guide

2026 Championship Information

Important Links

Coaches Information

Non-U.S. Team Information:

Coaches Event Communication:

Please join the Coaches BAND group, provided after registration for the most up-to-date information for coaches.

Event Registration Specialist:

Katie Davis – kdavis@varsity.com

Spectator Information

Spectator BAND:

  • Join the Spectator BAND group to receive real-time updates, important announcements, and event information for the Youth Summit, Recreational Summit, and Celebration.
  • Join the Spectator BAND Here

Admissions & Venue Information:

  • Purchase Spectator Tickets Here
  • Venue Maps
  • The Entrance is located at the Channel entry doors, accessed from Front Drive parking area. Take the stairs/escalators to the 2nd floor, where you can pick up your wristband.
    • ADA entrance is also located at the Channel entry point, but may enter through the first floor and use the elevators.

Parking/Drop-Off/Rideshare Information:

  • Click Here for information on parking.
  • Drop-off and pick-up spots for Tampa Convention Center visitors, including ADA are located at Front Drive, directly located off Franklin Street, just past the Convention Center building.
  • There is a rideshare/Uber/Lyft/taxi drop-off spot just beyond the entrance to Front Drive at 333 S. Franklin St., across from Water Street.

Security Information – Security Screening: The safety of the athletes and guests is our number one priority, and many of our host facilities have implemented enhanced security procedures for attendees. Some of these enhanced security measures include: All bags, purses, backpacks, waist packs, etc. will be examined prior to entering. We anticipate that additional time will be required for the coordination of these additional security measures. Please plan your arrival time accordingly.

Please review our prohibited items list: Prohibited Items

Varsity Spirit Fan/Spectator Code of Conduct – Code of Conduct

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY:  

  • Universal Event Photography will be taking action shots through-out the event and available for purchase. Click here to download the UEP brochure on how to purchase photos.   

Things to do in Tampa, Travel Tips & Discounts!

Unlock Tampa Bay, the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Discover adventures with a relaxing vibe and create an authentically Tampa Bay vacation experience with your whole team! Click the links below for more information!

Universal Orlando:

Busch Gardens/ Adventure Island:

Pricing:

  • Busch Gardens Admission Ticket: $85 (includes tax)
    • Valid for a single visit.
  • Busch Gardens & Adventure Island Combo Admission Ticket: $105 (includes tax)
    • Valid for multiple visits over a 14-day period from the first date of use.

ZooTampa at Lowry Park:

  • Voted among USA Today’s 10 Best Zoos and 13-time winner of TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award,
    ZooTampa is Florida’s most attended cultural institution offering unforgettable adventures to guests of
    all ages. Come nose-to-nose with a Florida panther. Witness life-saving care of majestic manatees. Go on
    a safari through Africa. And much more!
  • Purchase Tickets to ZooTampa Here

Latest News