deadline approaching for senior olympics

The 2008 registration deadline for the open event competitions at this year’s Tennessee Senior Olympics state finals is quickly approaching.

Tennessee seniors can register to compete in archery, tennis, pickleball, racquetball, cycling (5K/20K), the 5K and 10K runs, or a one-mile power walk. Registration for these events is open to all seniors who did not participate or qualify in the district games.

The Tennessee Senior Olympics state finals will be held July 18-24 in Williamson County. Events are open to seniors 50 and older; however, participants who are 49 years old are eligible to compete as long as their 50^th birthday occurs before the end of 2008.

This year’s state finals are a qualifying site for the 2009 Summer National Senior Games, Aug. 1-15 in San Francisco.

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, presenting sponsor and long-time supporter of the Tennessee Senior Olympics, helped established the games in 1981.

“This year’s Tennessee Senior Olympics finals competition is expected to attract more than 1,800 Tennessee seniors to Williamson County,” said Christine Dewbre, executive director of the Tennessee Senior Olympics.   “Open registration is a great opportunity for these seniors to showcase their athletic abilities among their peers.”

The deadline for open event registration is June 13^th for all open sports except cycling and the 5K/10K runs that have a deadline of July 7.  To obtain an entry form, visit www.tnseniorolympics.com, contact the state office at (615) 902-9261, or email info@tnseniorolympics.com.