February 4, 2019
Winter Iowa Senior Games to be Held in the Quad Cities
Sports and Events offered for Men and Women ages 50+
For the third straight February, the Iowa Senior Games is bringing competition opportunities to the Quad Cities.
Nearly 250 athletes from around the Midwest are expected to compete in the third annual Winter Iowa Senior Games, presented by Health Alliance Medicare. Registration is now open for participants and volunteers.
Hosted by the Iowa Senior Games, this event will be held February 22-24, 2019. Six sports are featured and competition will be held in both Iowa and Illinois. All men and women ages 50 and above are eligible to participate. Iowa residency is not required to compete.
“The Winter Iowa Senior Games allows us to bring the events to the participants” said Chuck Long, CEO and Executive Director of the Iowa Sports Foundation. “We’re excited to be back in the Quad Cities this February and we look forward to putting on another great event.”
Sports include bowling, pickleball, swimming, table tennis, indoor tennis, and an indoor track and field meet. The public is encouraged to attend and cheer on the athletes. Admission is free.
Ten age groups are offered to men and women, allowing participants to compete against their peers. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded to the top 3 individuals in each age group event.
Volunteers are needed to assist with the events. Opportunities are available for individuals and groups. No sport-specific knowledge is required.
Registration is $33 until the February 11 deadline.For additional information or to register, visit www.iowaseniorgames.org.
The Iowa Senior Games, part of the Iowa Sports Foundation, is a non-profit that offers competition for men and women ages 50 and above. Regional events are offered around Iowa, with the state event held in West Des Moines in June. The Iowa Senior Games reaches nearly 1,500 men and women each year from over 20 states and Canadian provinces while providing an opportunity to advance to the National Senior Games and world competition.
