A photo grid of five senior athletes.

Meet the Iowa Athletes Carrying the Torch

As host of the 2025 National Senior Games presented by Humana, Iowans have the honor to carry the flame for the cauldron lighting at the Flame Arrival Ceremony July 25 at the Iowa State Capitol. The featured athlete to light the cauldron will be 91-year-old Carroll Marty of Ames, who has been competing in the

Mandy Owens, a competitor in the 2025 National Senior Games, smiles while being interviewed.

Early Birds Line Up to Check In for The Games

Mandy Owens, a 58-year-old Power Walk competitor, arrived more than two hours before check-in began at the 2025 National Senior Games presented by Humana. Half an hour before the doors to the Athlete Village opened, the RecPlex was bustling with activity, and the line to check into the National Senior Games was quickly growing. At

The media team stands in front of a large window decal of the 2025 National Senior Games logo.

2025 Media Team Combines Staff Experience with Intern Enthusiasm

Meet the team sharing the National Senior Games with you and the world! Talented college interns join the NSGA team for every National Senior Games to help us tell the stories of our incredible athletes. These budding communicators gain valuable experience working in a fast-paced environment with daily deadlines. They always come through! Three intern

WesleyLife Joins as Sponsor for 2025 National Senior Games Presented by Humana

The National Senior Games Association is proud to welcome WesleyLife as a sponsor of the 2025 National Senior Games presented by Humana. WesleyLife is the Midwest’s largest and most comprehensive non-profit provider of health and well-being services for older adults since 1947. They believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a life of continued

Two senior women smile and high five on a pickleball court.

Staying Active at 65+: Your Guide to Smart Medicare Choices

This content is provided by NSGA Partner and 2025 National Senior Games Presenting Sponsor, Humana. By Catherine Field, Senior Vice President, Humana Medicare Few things inspire me as much as the athletes who participate in the National Senior Games. Every two years, I look forward to seeing senior athletes from across the country gather to

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The Long Run October 2023

“What’s Next” Episode Spotlights National Senior Games Athletes Spotted: National Senior Games athletes in the limelight! Growing Bolder, the NSGA’s Official Media Partner, recently aired a special episode of their “What’s Next” television series sharing exciting moments from the 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana. Watch interviews with multiple athletes and commentary from Growing

The Long Run September 2023

Susan Hlavacek Named NSGA President & CEO We’re thrilled to announce Susan Hlavacek as the National Senior Games Association’s new President and CEO. Sue was appointed to the position by the NSGA’s Board of Directors on Aug. 18, 2023, after serving as Interim President & CEO since Oct. 2022. She has been with the organization

The Long Run August 2023

Thank You for the Memories, Pittsburgh! Next Stop: Des Moines The 2023 National Senior Games presented by Humana were an unforgettable 12 days of competition and camaraderie in the Ste el City. The Pittsburgh community welcomed athletes with open arms as they displayed their personal bests, reunited with old friends, built new connections and bridged

The Long Run May 2023

GAME ON! Competition, Fun Highlight Softball Championship The 2023 National Senior Games Softball Championship has been completed in Columbus and champions have been crowned. The weather started cold and wet but was followed by three great days of play. The Berliner Sports Complex did not disappoint the athletes, and the athlete celebration and Parade of

2023 National Senior Games Softball Championship comes to Columbus