AsiaPacific Outgames
The AsiaPacific Outgames are a regional multisport event held every three years for LGBT athletes and participants in the Asia-Pacific region. They are a regional derivation of the World Outgames, as both are organized by the GLISA.
History
2008
The first AsiaPacific Outgames were first held from 30 January to 3 February 2008 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
2011
The second AsiaPacific Outgames were first held from 12 March to 19 March 2011 in Wellington, New Zealand.
2014
The third AsiaPacific OutGames was held from 10 May to 16 May 2014 in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia.
Games
Edition | Year | Host | Dates | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
I | 2008 | Melbourne | Australia | 2008-01-30—2008-02-03 | |
II | 2011 | Wellington | New Zealand | 2011-03-12—2011-03-19 | |
III | 2014 | Darwin | Australia | 2014-05-10—2014-05-16 | |
Sports
In 2014, the following sports are set to be made available. Ongoing interest in the Outgames will of course lead to further additions of athletic sports to the ever growing list.
- Athletics (Track and Field)
- Aquathon (Swim and Run)
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Dancesport
- Dragon Boat
- Football (Soccer)
- Golf
- Hockey
- Lawn Bowls
- Outrun
- Roller Derby
- Softball
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Tenpin Bowling
- Touch Football
- Volleyball
See also
References
External links
- Official website 2011 Wellington Outgames
- Official website 2014 Darwin OutGames
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