The multisport, Olympic-style competitions highlight the accomplishments of competitors of all ages and skill levels.

Most of the games take place June 2-25 at several venues in Cary and the western Wake County area; some competitions extend to venues throughout the state. The 2006 season marks the 20th anniversary of the games.

Some 26 sports are included -- from basketball to BMX to bowling.

Last year nearly 14,000 athletes ranging in age from 3 to 82 competed statewide.

The 2006 competitions culminate with a special 20th-anniversary celebration on Friday, June 23, at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park.

For information on the State Games, which are held by North Carolina Amateur Sports, visit www.ncsports.org.

JUNE 2 Baseball: Youth, district qualifying, 3-8 p.m., Thomas Brooks Park and Middle Creek. Tennis: Youth, adult, senior, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Cary Tennis Park.

JUNE 3 Baseball: Youth, district qualifying, 9 a.m., Thomas Brooks Park and Middle Creek. Figure Skating: Youth, adult, 8 a.m.-9 p.m., RecZone. In-Line Hockey: Youth, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Dream Sports Center. Shooting: ISPC Pistol, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Sir Walter Gun Club. Tennis: Youth, adult, senior, 8 a.m.-8 a.m.-5 p.m., Cary Tennis Park.

JUNE 4 Baseball: Youth, district qualifying, 9 a.m., Thomas Brooks Park and Middle Creek. In-Line Hockey: Youth, 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Dream Sports Center. Tennis: Youth, adult, senior, 8 a.m.-8 a.m.-8 p.m., Cary Tennis Park.