Alabama Senior Olympics

04/27/2026

Huge congratulations to three of our incredible athletes who continue to inspire us all! 👏⛳

At 90+ years young, Jere, Jack, and William have officially qualified for the National Senior Games! 🇺🇸 What an amazing accomplishment and a true testament to dedication, perseverance, and a lifelong love of the game.

Way to go, gentlemen! 💪🎉 *O

04/27/2026

Another record has fallen at the Alabama Senior Olympics! 🎳🔥

Day 2 of our Bowling Tournament at Oak Mountain Lanes is bringing incredible energy, outstanding performances, and a brand-new participation record!

A huge thank you to our amazing tournament director, Carolyn Garner, for her leadership and dedication in making this event such a success.

Best of luck to all of our athletes as the competition continues—we’re proud of every one of you! 💪🏅

04/27/2026

⛳️ Another record broken at the Alabama Senior Olympics!

Our golf tournament at Bent Brook Golf Course is setting a new benchmark and showcasing the continued growth of our Games. It’s amazing to see so many athletes out on the course competing, connecting, and enjoying the sport they love.

A big thank you to our outstanding tournament directors, Derek and Jef, for their leadership and dedication in making today a success!

Wishing all of our golfers the best of luck as they continue play—we’re cheering you on every step (and swing) of the way!

04/25/2026

💪 POWERLIFTING MAKES ITS DEBUT! 💪

Today, we officially introduced Powerlifting to the Alabama Senior Olympics—and what an incredible debut it was!

From first-time competitors to experienced lifters, our athletes brought the energy, determination, and strength to the platform. Watching each lift—from squat to bench to deadlift—was a powerful reminder that strength truly has no age limit.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this first year a success, especially our directors Naomi and Lindsey at CrossFit Shades and all of our dedicated athletes who stepped up to be part of something new.

This is just the beginning for Powerlifting at A*O—and we can’t wait to see it grow in the years ahead! 💥

04/24/2026

🎱 Break Time! Billiards Makes Its Debut at Alabama Senior Olympics! 🎱

We’re excited to introduce Billiards as one of our newest sports for the Alabama Senior Olympics! 🙌

This marks the first year we’ve added billiards to our lineup, and we’re thrilled to see athletes stepping up to the table, showcasing their skill, strategy, and precision. From Open Doubles to Singles play, the competition is already shaping up to be a great addition to our growing list of events!

Thank you Poppa G’s Billiards for hosting our inaugural event!

Good luck to all of our billiards players this weekend—let’s see some great shots! 🎯

04/23/2026

Be sure to check out NSGA’s story of Alabama’s James (Barry) Putman!

On World Table Tennis Day, we’re celebrating an incredible full-circle moment 50 years in the making. 🏓

Last summer, National Senior Games athlete Barry Putnam was scanning the list of competitors for the upcoming tournament in Des Moines when one name stopped him in his tracks — Joe Brazil.

Could it be the same Joe Brazil he hadn’t seen in decades?

Barry met Joe in a base rec room in 1975 while they were serving in the U.S. Air Force. Joe introduced him to the sport of Table Tennis and helped him hone his skills.

When the local Table Tennis club Joe founded hosted their inaugural tournament the following year, Barry entered. The two ended up facing each other in the championship match, and that day - Barry took home the trophy.

Life moved on, and the two lost touch…until Senior Games brought them back together. Barry dug out that 1976 trophy and brought it to Des Moines to surprise Joe, who recognized him instantly!

Barry relished the opportunity to thank Joe for bringing him into the sport. They took this priceless photo to commemorate the reunion and have stayed in touch since.

04/20/2026

Did you know the Alabama Senior Olympics is an Open State Qualifier?

That means athletes from any state are welcome to compete in the Alabama Senior Olympics and even qualify for the National Senior Games through our events. ()

Out-of-state athletes can participate, medal, and qualify — while Alabama athletes still maintain their own qualifying positions.

So whether you’re from Alabama or traveling in from another state, you’re welcome to join the competition, meet fellow athletes, and be part of the excitement.

If you’re 50+ and ready to compete, we’d love to see you on the field, court, track, or course!

The Alabama Senior Olympics are open to all athletes age 50+. Explore sports, qualifying details, event updates, and ways to get involved.

04/19/2026

Day 2 of Tennis and once again… we’ve set another record! 🎾🔥

Doubles and Mixed Doubles brought the energy today, with incredible competition and great sportsmanship. Our athletes continue to raise the bar, and it’s amazing to see this sport keep growing year after year!

Thank you to all of our players, volunteers, and Tuscaloosa Tennis center who made today such a success. We’re proud of every single one of you!

04/18/2026

🏓 Another Record Broken! 🏓

We did it again! Our Table Tennis event has set a new record for participation at the Alabama Senior Olympics! 👏

The energy, competition, and camaraderie on the tables were incredible to watch. From fast-paced rallies to outstanding sportsmanship, our athletes continue to raise the bar every year.

Thank you to everyone who came out to compete and support—YOU are what makes these events so special!

04/17/2026

🥎 **Softball is Coming back to the Alabama Senior Olympics!** 🥎

Get your teams ready — we’re excited to announce **Softball** will take place **October 2 & 3, 2026**!

📍 **Location:**
Liberty Park Sports Complex
4700 Sicard Hollow Road
Vestavia Hills, AL

👥 **Divisions:**
Men’s Teams & Women’s Teams

🗓 **Registration Dates:**
July 1 – September 19, 2026

Now is the time to start building your roster, practicing, and getting game-ready. We can’t wait to see teams from across the state (and beyond!) hit the field for great competition and fun.

👉 Stay tuned for more details and registration info at **alseniorolympics.org**

04/13/2026

Shoutout to Donna Angarano!

We want to take a moment to recognize someone who truly goes above and beyond for the Alabama Senior Olympics—Donna Angarano.

Donna has spent countless hours behind the scenes making our Pickleball tournament a success. From manually entering every player into the tournament software, to verifying DUPR ratings, contacting players for corrections, and handling last-minute changes, and more, her attention to detail and dedication is unmatched.

And if that wasn’t enough—she worked tirelessly all three days of the tournament while also competing herself in women’s doubles! 💪

Donna is incredibly intelligent, extremely patient, and an absolute cornerstone of this event. Quite simply… we don’t know what we would do without her.

Thank you, Donna, for everything you do for our athletes and our program! 👏💙