Each Fall, CSL Behring hosts the Gettin’ in the Game Junior National Championship (JNC): the first national, and currently the only, sports competition for children with bleeding disorders.

At the games, participants will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of their respective sport, participate in friendly competition, and have a chance to connect with fellow members of the bleeding disorders community from across the country. 

About the JNC

• The Junior National Championship will be held from September 20 to September 22 in Henderson, Nevada–right outside of Las Vegas.
• CSL Behring will cover the cost of transportation and lodging for two participants and their parent or guardian.
• The JNC is open to kids ages 7 to 18.
• Attendees can compete in their choice of four sports: baseball, basketball, golf or swimming.

Application Process

• To attend, you must be selected by your local bleeding disorder chapter.
• NEHA can select at least two children to participate in this program this year. 
  • Sometimes, like in 2023, additional spots are available. This is not guaranteed. 
• To apply, you must be a 2024 NEHA member.
• If you are not already a member, become a member or request a membership scholarship here.
• The child applying will need to answer the following two questions in the application below:
  • Why do you want to represent NEHA at the Junior National Championship? (100 word maximum)
  • What skills or lessons do you hope to learn or gain from this event? (100 word maximum)
• Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, July 3.