Watch the inaugural AKC Agility Team Challenge on ESPN2 as six cities compete in a fast-paced team Agility competition.
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WHAT: The AKC Agility Team Challenge took place on June 7th, 2026, as part of the AKC Celebrates USA 250 events held at the Philadelphia Navy Yard in Philadelphia, PA. In this knockout style format where strategy and skill combine, six teams representing these patriotic cities – New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Nashville, Chicago, and Washington D.C. – faced off for the top spot in this inaugural AKC Agility event. Event commentary by Carolyn Manno (host), Kelly O’Donnell (play by play), and Carrie DeYoung (analyst). It is not to be missed!
WHEN: Saturday, July 25th @ 12pm – 2pm Eastern Time
WHERE TO WATCH: ESPN2. Check your local listings.
CONTACT: Kalila Sample, Associate PR Manager, kalila.sample@akc.org
Agility
Watch the AKC Agility Premier Cup on ESPN as the nation’s top agility teams compete for championship titles. Tune in Sunday at 3 p.m. ET.
