The NIRSA Championship Series is dedicated to bringing individuals invested in collegiate recreation together through high-level competition. Students get to play against equally-skilled opponents, and the Series also provides professional development opportunities for NIRSA members. This is your chance to gain experience in tournament planning and coordinating, or officiating!
The Series strives to foster student development, is committed to the larger learning community, and emphasizes leadership and excellence. Whether you’re a student or campus rec professional, the Championship Series offers excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth. These opportunities are grounded in learning outcomes and ideals that are consistent with both NIRSA’s mission and the NIRSA Championship Series Sportsmanship Statement.
There are currently a wide variety of staff positions available with the NIRSA Championship Series. You can read position descriptions and required qualifications on the Staff & Official’s page of the NIRSA website.
Volunteer positions application periods
- Directors at NIRSA Regional Basketball Championships, Open now–October 28
- Staff at NIRSA Regional Basketball Championships, Open now–November 16
- Directors at NIRSA National Basketball Championships, Open Now–November 4
- Staff at NIRSA National Basketball Championships, December 2–January 19
- Staff at USTA Tennis On Campus National Championship, December 18–January 18
For a comprehensive list of all volunteer opportunities within the NIRSA Championship Series and their timelines, review the NIRSA Championship Series Applications Chart.
If you’re interested in volunteering for a regional soccer tournament—or if you would like more information about volunteer opportunities with the NIRSA Championship Series—please contact NIRSA Director of National Sports Programs Valerie McCutchan.
Valerie McCutchan is currently the Director of National Sports Programs at NIRSA.
