55+ Games to Kick off Today

Robert Thomas

Starting today,  athletes 55 years young and older will be in Moose Jaw for the Saskatchewan Senior Fitness Association (SSFA) 55+ Provincial Games 2018.

With almost 700 athletes competing in 14 events throughout the Friendly City, from today until Thursday, the games draws competitors from all over the province to test their luck in such events as 8-Ball, Kaiser and Track & Field at venues through.

Athletes range in age from 55 to 98.

All events are free to attend and a program of event times and locations may be found on the Games official Facebook page.  Spectators are encouraged come out and cheer on the athletes.

Check out the Facebook Page for a full schedule

There will be a parade tonight at 5:15 pm at the Exhibition Grounds followed by the Opening Ceremonies at 5:30 pm.

The Closing Ceremonies are on Thursday at 1 pm also at the Exhibition Grounds.