REGISTRATION DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING

The registration deadline for the Winter Olympics is Monday, December 5th (or you can pay an $8 late fee and turn it in by December 12th). The tournament will take place Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 2012. We need to get the registrations in so we know how many medals and t-shirts to order. If for some reason you are unable to register by the deadline please contact the MSO office at 248-608-0252.

Everyone that competes must be a member of the Michigan Senior Olympics. It is only $25 to become a member (members will recieve a membership card and pin). This membership fee is good for 2012 and will cover both the winter and summer olympics!!!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE SUMMER OLYMPICS
Golf- May, 23, 24, 25 at Twin Lakes Golf Course
Summer Games- June 9-17, 2012
(This is a qualifying year!!! Meaning, you can compete in the Summer Olympics for a chance to qualify for the 2013 National Games in Cleveland, Ohio.)

NEW TO MSO

My name is Becky Ridky and I am the new Office and Marketing/Sponsorship Manager for the Michigan Senior Olympics. I am really looking forward to running the Michigan Senior Olympics this year! As always, MSO is looking for volunteers to help run the games. If you are interested or have any questions please contact me at (248) 608-0252. I look forward to meeting all the athletes and volunteers. This is going to be a great year!

Good search brings in money for MSO.

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Best Amateur Multi-Sport / Multi-Discipline Award

The 2011 Summer National Senior Games presented by Humana, held June 16-30 in Houston, TX was awarded the Best Amateur Multi-Sport / Multi-Discipline Award by SportsTravel magazine. Congratulations to everyone who worked on these Games to make it a successful Event and winner of this award. You to can be aprt of this successful organization and start by joining Michigan Senior Olympics and the 2012 winter and summer games. From there you can qualify to go to NATIONALS in Cleveland, 2013.

96 yrs old and still earning medals.

Sun Citian continues record-setting streak at Senior Games
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Everett Penrod is at it again. The 96-year-old Sun City resident, who set world records for his age at the World Senior Olympics in 2010, set two more during the 2011 World Senior Games Oct. 4-5 at St. George, Utah.

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This man shows us all its never too late to become an athlete, have fun and create memories for all who love you.

Beginner Triathlon Seminar

Have you ever wanted to try a triathlon but dont know where to start or dont think you can. Then come to the beginner triathlon seminar Nov, 14 6.30-8pm or Nov 17 1.30-3pm at OPC gym. Cost $4. You will learn types of triathlon, training, gear and nutrition. Call 248-608-0278 to register.