GENUINE CUP
HOUSTON 2026
A global tournament advancing inclusion through sport.
This summer, the Genuine Cup returns to Houston.
From July 27 – August 1, more than 1000 athletes with intellectual disabilities (IDD) and autism representing 50 teams from 50 countries will come together for a week of competition, connection, and community.
Hosted at Rice Stadium, the tournament is more than a game. It’s a platform for visibility, opportunity, and inclusion on a global stage.
Hosted by the Genuine Foundation, the Genuine Cup tournament is part of a broader effort expand inclusion through sport, advocacy, and opportunity.
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Attend
Experience the excitement of Genuine Cup firsthand. Spectators and fans are welcome at all tournament round games at Rice University practice fields.
Tuesday, July 27 – Saturday, Aug 1
8am – 12:30pm
Then join us at Rice Stadium for the Genuine Cup Finals and Fan Fest, where the tournament’s top teams take the field in front of thousands of fans from Houston and around the world.
Saturday, Aug. 1
Doors open at 6pm
Admission is free, but tickets required.