Posted on: Friday, November 7, 2003
Senior Olympics Nov. 15
Advertiser Staff
The sixth annual Hawai'i Senior Olympics will begin Nov. 15 with opening ceremonies set for 10 a.m. at the mayor's cultural fair at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall.
Competition in 11 sports is planned.
The Hawai'i games are open to any male or female from anywhere who is at least 50 by Dec. 31, 2003. Competition is arranged in 5-year age groups.
In addition, most sports are open to "pre-senior" competitors from ages 40 to 49; swimming and track events are open to masters competitors.
Approximately 350 seniors from Hawai'i and other states and Canada are expected to participate. Registration fee is $25 per person, and the deadlines vary by sport.
Information and online registration forms are available through the Hawai'i Senior Olympics Web site at hawaiiseniorolympics.com. Participants can also call 732-8805.
Hawaii Senior Olympics
Date
Time
Event
Location
Nov. 15
10 a.m.
Opening ceremonies
Blaisdell Exhibition Hall
Nov. 15
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Archery
Kapiolani Park
Nov. 19
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Swimming
Kalani High School Pool
Nov. 22
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Badminton
Hilo Armory
Nov. 22
9 a.m. to noon
Bowling
Hickam Lanes
Nov. 22
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Horseshoes
Barbers Point
Nov. 22
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Table Tennis
Palama Settlement Gym
Nov. 22
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Basketball (3 on 3)
Hålawa Dist. Park Gym
Nov. 23
8 a.m. to noon
Track & Field
University of Hawaii
Nov. 22, 23
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tennis
Keehi Lagoon Park
Nov. 28, 29
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Tennis
Keehi Lagoon Park
Nov. 29
7:30 a.m.
Cycling
Ko Olina
Dec. 1
noon to 5 p.m.
Golf
Barbers Point Golf Club