Overview

Each year, on the third weekend in February, the Simplot Games offers athletes the opportunity to go head-to-head against the finest high school competitors in the U.S and Canada.

Held in Pocatello, Idaho, Simplot Games is the nation's premier indoor track and field event for high school athletes.

Located in the Holt Arena on the campus of Idaho State University, the Games' unique 200 meter banked-board track is one of the fastest in the nation. Records are broken each year at this one-of-a-kind indoor facility.

Athletes may compete either as members of a high school track club, or as unattached competitors, depending on their state activity association's eligibility rules. The Games are sanctioned by USA Track and Field (formerly TAC), and governed by that organization's rules pertaining to track meets.

Some of the 2000 young athletes who take part in the Simplot Games each year will go on to find glory in their college careers. Others may even go on to the Olympics. But for everyone who competes, the Simplot Games provides a unique and rewarding experience.

The J.R Simplot Company, sponsor of the Games since 1979, is dedicated to providing a positive experience for all participants, and prides itself in putting on a meet that is well organized and officiated by a qualified, professional staff.

January

Idaho Potato Conference
usually third week in January (Tues/Wed)

February

Simplot Games
usually third weekend in February
(Wed - Sat) 2/19-2/21 2009

State Wrestling
usually last week in February
(Wed – Sat) 2/25-2/28 2009

March

Catholic Basketball Tournament
(always at least sell out of doubles)
Second weekend in March (Fri/Sat)

CEDA- Debate Tournament March 19-26 2009

April

Dodge Rodeo (DNCFR)
Apr (Mon-Sat) Apr 8-11 2009
(three night minimum stay – exceptions for regulars)

PVSC Soccer Tournament
Second or third weekend in April (Fri/Sat)

Oregon Prep Basketball
Last weekend in April (Fri/Sat)

May

Rocky Mountain Baseball
Second weekend in May (Fri/Sat)

Friendship Cup (Soccer)
First or second weekend in May (Fri/Sat)

June

ISSI Conference @ ISU
Week before High School Rodeo

High School Rodeo
Second week of June
(we may not sell out, but it is usually close)

USA Wrestling Western Regional Championship
Third week of June

USA  Wrestling Western State Jr. Duals
Last week of June

August

Sho-Ban Indian Festival
Second weekend in August (Thurs-Sat)

** JUNE/JULY/AUGUST are our busiest months.  We do not offer a lot of discounts during this time.  If you have questions about rates or are booking for a group– please ask the sales office staff!