Tampa Bay Senior Games Set for Oct. 1-12

News Report

Seniors can go for the gold at the 32nd annual Tampa Bay Senior Games Oct.1-12. Registration is open until Sept. 21 for anyone age 50 or older as of Dec. 31.

The games feature two weeks of competition in various activities, such as basketball, billiards, bowling, cribbage, dominoes, golf, hobby show, pickleball, pinochle, swimming, table tennis, talent showcase, tennis and track and field. New events this year include softball and corn hole.

The entry fee is $20 and includes unlimited participation in the games, a ticket to the awards luncheon, opening ceremony continental breakfast and T-shirt. The golf event costs an additional $20 and power lifting is an additional $5. The cost of the awards banquet for nonparticipants is $10.

Last year's oldest contestant was 96 years old and the youngest was 50.

For the registration form, event schedule and event locations, visit the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department website or call Joe Soletti at 813-744-5871.

The Tampa Bay Senior Games are hosted by the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department, Hillsborough County Family and Aging Services, City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department and Temple Terrace Leisure Services.