Garden Grove, CA - 2026 USAD Nationals
2026 USAD Nationals Teams Participating in Garden Grove, CA: Please follow this registration process.
Coaches: Complete steps 1–4 to register and finalize your team’s participation in the 2026 USAD Nationals.
Print a 2026 Nationals Checklist (PDF).
Step 1: Read the Critical Guide to Nationals - 2026 for specific information on competition, testing, guest information, etc.
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Step 2: Register your team on the new USAD Competition Website. You will need an access key from your state director.
Due: 3 days (72 hours) after completion of the state competition
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Step 3: All forms MUST be completed and uploaded to the USAD Competition Website.
Due: March 12.
The registration fee and forms with an asterisk are required for all teams. Please compile forms for each student in the order requested below.
Student Transcripts
Modifications & Accommodations Form (if applicable)
- Caperton Inspiration Award Nomination Form (if applicable)
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Step 4: Hotel Accommodations
Reserve rooms at the host hotel (required):
Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove
If you have a question or need assistance, please contact us at nationals@usad.org.
Small, Medium & Large Online - 2026 USAD Nationals
2026 USAD Online Nationals: Please follow this registration process.
Coaches: Complete steps 1–3 to register and finalize your team’s participation in the 2026 USAD Online Nationals.
Print a 2026 Nationals Checklist (PDF).
Step 1: Read the Critical Guide to Online Nationals - 2026 for specific information on competition, testing, guest information, etc.
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Step 2: Register your team on the new USAD Competition Website. You will need an access key from your state director.
Due: 3 days (72 hours) after completion of the state competition
__________________________________________________________________________
Step 3: All forms MUST be completed and uploaded to the USAD Competition Website.
Due: March 12.
The registration fee and forms with an asterisk are required for all teams. Please compile forms for each student in the order requested below.
Student Transcripts
Modifications & Accommodations Form (if applicable)
- Caperton Inspiration Award Nomination Form (if applicable)
If you have a question or need assistance, please contact us at nationals@usad.org.
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Helpful Information Nationals 2026:
Competition Information:
Critical Guide for Nationals Preparation - 2026 PDF
Competition Handbook - 2026 PDF
Nationals Division Listings (Garden Grove and Online)
Schedules & Arrangements (Rooms/Tables)
Interview Schedule
Speech Schedule
Speech Rooms
Super Quiz Table Chart
Arena Seating Chart
Live Steam Links
Awards Ceremony Live Stream Link
Super Quiz Live Stream Link
Your Stay:
- The Ticket Store is now open! Use the button located at the top and bottom of the Disney site to purchase tickets. The calendar arrows scroll to show April 2026.
- Tickets are valid from Saturday, April 18, 2026 through Wednesday, April 29, 2026, you can purchase tickets for a theme park visit during this 12-day window.
- Ticket Store Closes at 9:00pm PST on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, you will need to complete their purchase before the start of Nationals.
Information will be added when available.