Dear St. Louis Senior Olympians,
I have been involved with the St. Louis Senior Olympics since I started working at the J over seven years ago and held many roles, but this was my first year as Director of the Games. As always the best part of the event is the camaraderie and friendships that are born, or renewed each year.
Over 1,000 athletes from around Missouri, and as far away as Washington competed in the 32nd Annual Games . Our Opening Ceremonies were graced with the iconic Olympics athlete, Jackie Joyner Kersee and Neal E. Boyd, winner of America's Got Talent, singing the national anthem. But what is always the most moving are the stories these athletes have to tell. Victor Kalk, 79, told us he has waited 32 years to be able to participate in the Senior Olympics with his daughter, Joan Sievert, 50. Together they won a Gold medal in Mixed Doubles Bowling. And then there were Robert Hartman, 85, and his son, Michael Hartman, 56, who both won Gold medals in their respective age groups for the Softball Distance Throw and Silver Medals in Softball Accuracy Throw.
Whether you are preparing to compete at a higher level, be it the Missouri State or National Games, or just looking to have fun with friends and enjoy the camaraderie, the St. Louis Senior Olympics are the perfect means to celebrate life and competition! We hope you will join us May 24 – 29, 2012 and create your own Senior Olympic story.
We can't wait to see you.
My very best,
Phil Ruben
St. Louis Senior Olympics Director
Sincerely,
Phil Ruben
St. Louis Senior Olympics Director
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