2026 World Championship Coaching Staff & Player Application Deadlines

The road to Paraguay starts now.

USA Inline and USARS are proud to officially announce the coaching staffs who will lead our four national teams at the 2026 World Skate Games in Asunción, Paraguay this October. With leadership in place, the focus now turns to athlete identification and selection as we build teams ready to compete on the world stage.

2026 World Championships BLOCK DATES

Asunción, Paraguay
October 2026

  • Senior Women: October 2–9, 2026

  • Junior Men: October 2–9, 2026

  • Senior Men: October 10–17, 2026

  • Junior Women: October 10–17, 2026

2026 Team USA Coaching Staff

Senior Men

  • Tim McManus

  • Greg Thompson

Senior Women

  • Anthony “Vio” Violante

  • Robbie Baillargeon

Junior Men (2008 or younger)

  • Dan Maxwell

  • Nick Boyarsky

Junior Women (2008 or younger)

  • Charlotte Nicholson

  • Amanda Hardwick

These coaches bring a deep level of experience, competitive success, and commitment to athlete development. They will lead evaluations, selections, and preparation as we assemble rosters capable of competing for gold.

2026 Player Application Deadlines

Athletes interested in representing Team USA must complete the application process by the following deadlines:

  • Senior Men: April 15, 2026

  • Senior Women: May 15, 2026

  • Junior Men: May 15, 2026

  • Junior Women: May 15, 2026

Applications are required for consideration. No exceptions.

Scout Presence at Key Tournaments

Team USA Inline scouts will be actively attending major tournaments and events across the country leading up to the application deadlines. Athletes should expect to be evaluated on performance, consistency, compete level, decision making, and overall impact on the game.

This process is about identifying players who can execute within a team system and elevate their teammates in high pressure international competition.

Apply Now

If you believe you are ready to represent the United States at the 2026 World Championships in Paraguay, complete your application before your division deadline.

Click here to apply and begin the process.