Seniors qualify for national games in pickleball, basketball

Published 8:54 am Monday, November 18, 2024

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The Davie County Senior Games competed in the final two events at the N.C. Senior Games State Finals in October and November.
The three-day Pickleball Competition was held at the Cary Tennis Park Oct.18-21. Several from Davie County played in these events.
John Bullins was the only finalist to medal, winning first place in Pickleball Men’s Doubles and second in Men’s Singles at the largest NC State Finals Pickleball Tournament in history. This earned him a ticket to play in the National Senior Games in Des Moines, Iowa next summer.
To close out the 2024 Senior Games season, the Davie County Silver Spirits competed in the 80+ women’s basketball tournament on Friday, Nov. 1 at East Carolina University. This event featured many games, and they fell short of the Red Foxes, winning the silver medal in the finals. With the silver medal, they have secured their spot to compete in the National Senior Games as well.
“Your Davie County Senior Games program is a testament to the friendships, camaraderie, and fun that evolves from a thriving, active environment for seniors,” said Carrie Miller, coordinator through Davie Senior Services. “There is no reason to sit at home. Come out and enjoy the fun.”
Davie Senior Games will kick off on Jan. 30 with registration for the 32nd season.
To learn more about Davie Senior Games and how to become involved, contact Miller at 336-753-6230 or cmiller@daviecountync.gov.