WELCOME TO THE GAMES
Living a healthy and active lifestyle is a choice, and I applaud all
who continue to participate in sports through the annual Florida
Senior Games. As a former college athlete, I appreciate your
continued commitment to participate in competitive sports
and adherence to good sportsmanship. Florida is a great state
that supports the activities of residents of all ages. Your athletic
participation reflects not only a healthy lifestyle but also
engenders new friendships and personal growth. Rest assured
that Casey and I will be cheering you on.
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Ron DeSantis
Governor
The Florida Sports Foundation applauds your choice to live a
healthy and active lifestyle and your decision to Bring Your Game
to the 2019 Florida Senior Games, presented by Humana. You have
joined more than 52,000 athletes who have competed in a variety
of sports over more than 25 years of this annual Olympic-style
Sports Festival for athletes age 50 and over.
Your participation in the Florida Senior Games symbolizes Florida’s
emphasis on promoting healthy aging through sport. Besides the
physical benefits the Games and this lifestyle offer, the camaraderie
and friendships made through sports adds to an already beneficial
quality of life.
Best of luck in your efforts in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area the
next two years. Get to know the area well during this time and
the competition facilities. You will serve as an ambassador for the
Florida Senior Games when Greater Fort Lauderdale hosts the 2021
National Senior Games. Keep up the great work.
Marvin E. Green Jr.
Vice President of Amateur Sports