International Teams
Playing In WA State

Dear Coach/Athletic Director interested in hosting an International touring team in 2026-27:

Please read carefully and comply with the International Tour requirements outlined in WIAA handbook rule 17.24.2.

Step 1: Online sanctioning through the NFHS has been completed by the visiting Australian team. NFHS sanction fees vary depending upon the date of sanction.
sanctioning@nfhs.org

Step 2: The game fee(s), required by WIBCA, must be paid prior to the scheduled game or tournament.

• Single game per gender: $70
• JV/Varsity doubleheader per gender played on the same day: $70
• Tournament: The host school is responsible for paying $70 for each game the visiting international team may play. For example: $140 if two games are guaranteed; $210 if three games are possible.

This notification also serves as an invoice.

SEND CHECK TO:
Joe Harris – WIBCA Tours Chairman
206 Bogey Blvd
Chelan WA 98816
(509) 679-4515 – cell
Jaharris@nwi.net

When Steps 1 and 2 have been completed, your participation as a host school will be confirmed and your team will be allowed to play a game against a visiting international team, whether within the 20-game schedule or as a 21st game as allowed once every three years.

Host schools will receive a roster of visiting teams (which will also include any support groups and coaches), a trip itinerary, and a contact list of all schools on the schedule.

After the game or tournament:
Please send the score of the game(s) and any appropriate comments concerning how the exchange experience was received in your community.

Tournament hosts must notify Joe Harris of any school that played against the international team in the tournament and may collect the $70 fee from each of those schools.