“Winning by Losing” – February 2014 Athlete of the Month

Dianna Laverdiere, 53, Charlotte, Michigan For the first half of her life, 53 year old Dianna Laverdiere of Charlotte, Michigan enjoyed good health and an active lifestyle. Then, her career job kept her at a desk. Marriage and raising three children provided some activity, and she made efforts to exercise and enjoy some bike riding.

The Long Run – February 2014

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Medals are Gold,  And your hearts are too! Happy Valentine’s Day from NSGA to ALL of our amazing athletes, members and volunteers! Association News Unique Campaign With Post Shredded Wheat – Vote Now!  On January 22nd, Ralph “The Karate Kid” Macchio played table tennis with the hosts of the

“Really Cool Runnings” – January 2014 Athlete of the Month

Harris Richardson, 69, Sumter, South Carolina In the Caribbean the expression “cool runnings” means “peace be the journey.” For Trinidad born and raised runner and cyclist Harris Richardson, the saying took on a literal meaning because 28 of his 69 years have been spent working and living in less-than-balmy Alaska. As a young tradesman Harris landed

The Long Run – January 2014

Association News Becky Sewell Joins NSGA Staff   We are pleased to announce that Becky Sewell has joined NSGA as Director of Athlete and Partner Relations. Sewell is no stranger to the Senior Games Movement, having served as Director of the Kansas Senior Olympics since 2000.  She has also distinguished herself on the NSGA Board of

The Long Run – December 2013

Association News End of the Year Message from NSGA CEO Marc T. Riker The National Senior Games Association (NSGA) reflects back upon a memorable year. We again thank everyone involved who helped make the 2013 National Senior Games presented by Humana in Cleveland a success; the athletes, coaches, volunteers, officials, staff, media, sponsors, and financial

“Illinois Athlete Has the ‘Chi’ of the Tiger” – December 2013 Athlete of the Month

HUMANA Heroes: December 2013 Athlete of the Month Illinois Athlete Has the “Chi” of the Tiger Dorothy Sinson of Chicago has embraced challenges for her entire life. “When I went to Oak Park High School in the 1940’s the prevailing belief was that the pressures and athleticism of competing would interfere with a girl’s reproductive

The Long Run – November 2013

Association News A Family Affair in North Carolina Our final Personal Best event of 2013 brought NSGA to Greenville, North Carolina, and featured two National Senior Games athletes who are also mother and daughter.  The family theme carried beyond their story as we found a strong state organization, committed local partners and a nurturing and

“Heartfelt Thanks” – November 2013 Athlete of the Month

HUMANA Heroes: November 2013 Athlete of the Month Heartfelt Thanks On June 22nd, 2007, John Bates was having the time of his life, sharing a tennis court with his doubles partner and wife Janice Sullivan. They had traveled to Louisville, Kentucky from their home in east Tennessee to compete in the 2007 National Senior Games.

“Man of 1,000 Races” – October 2013 Athlete of the Month

HUMANA Heroes: October 2013 Athlete of the Month Man of 1,000 Races Experienced runners will tell you that it’s good to have a goal. But few goals are as remarkable as Don McMahill’s-that of competing in 1,000 races. The 77 year old retired YMCA director reached that ambitious milestone in the 5K race walk at

The Long Run – October 2013

Association News NSGA Staff, Personal Best Tour Visits Utah’s Huntsman World Senior Games The spirit of perseverance, overcoming obstacles and offering a role model to others are key aspects of NSGA’s new definition of personal best. These are common traits with most senior athletes, and they show it in a myriad of ways. Case in