2019 State Games of America Official Program by Virginia Amateur Sports

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OFFICIAL

PROGRAM

GUIDE

BRING YOUR GAME

STAT E G A M E S O FA M E R I C A . C O M

JULY 31 - AUGUST 4 | LIBERTY UNIVERSITY INCLUDED INSIDE:

sports information | campus and city maps | campus bus routes (ride free!)

WELCOME

We are pleased to welcome you to the State Games of America and Liberty University. If this is your first visit, or if it’s been a while since you were here, we invite you to explore our campus and discover all that Liberty has to offer. We are in the midst of a nearly $1.5 billion renovation that’s an investment not only in state-of-the-art buildings and resources but also the lives and futures of our students. Our entire campus speaks to Liberty’s commitment to providing our student body with world-class academic, athletic, and residential facilities, and it is our privilege to share it with you. Drop by the Hancock Welcome Center to schedule a tour, see what’s new on campus, or just learn more about who we are. Don’t forget to make plans to come back in the fall when campus activities are in full swing. You can attend College For A Weekend or get tickets to an exciting athletics event or theatre production. We are privileged to host you this year. Enjoy your visit.

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Welcome: Liberty University

Welcome: United States Olympic Committee

Welcome: Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors

Sponsors

Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors, Staff, Local Organizing Committee and Interns

Medical Team & Sport Coordinators

Featured Profile

Map: Liberty Univeristy Event Venues

Map: Lynchburg Event Venues

Sports at a Glance

Sports Event Information

States Games of America

Featured Profile: Maggi Thorne

Restaurant Guide

Tailgate Party & Opening Ceremony

Please check to confirm time and date of your event on the website. Virginia Amatuer Sports has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information within this publication at the time of printing. Information regarding events, dates and times or changes in circumstances after the time of publication my impact the accuracy of information contained within. Virginia Amateur Sports does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss, damage or disruption caused by errors or omissions.

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OPENING & WELCOME WHAT IS THE NATIONAL CONGRESS OF STATE GAMES AND STATE GAMES OF AMERICA? Sport Organization Council. The NCSG is comprised of 30 Summer State Games and 10 Winter State Games programs, and its mission is to promote health, fitness, and character building through multi-sport competitions and physical activities. The NCSG also owns and operates its signature event, the State Games of America.

(above: Kandace McIvor of Forest, VA is a scholar-athlete who competed in Track and Field at the State of America Games in 2013 and 2017, as well as in the Virginia Commonwealth Games.)

Imagine hearing the Star-Spangled Banner playing with gold, silver, and bronze draped around the necks of the best American athletes at the pinnacle sporting event of the world: the Olympics. This contest and celebration has been welcomed into the homes of Americans for decades as they all watch in awe the triumphs and heroics of our Summer and Winter Games athletes and their stories. Americans have always bonded over the Olympics, the way it brings the country together, and are able to relate to these athletes so well because, at one time, they were the little leaguer down the road or the child in the learn to skate program. Every star had to get their start somewhere. That is what a group of sports organizers realized, understanding that someone needed to bridge that gap and give the American people – young and old – a chance to live out that Olympic dream and participate in these wonderful sports. With that dream in mind, the State Games movement was born. The ideas of the State Games and its movement is simple: to allow athletes of all ages and abilities to compete in a multi-sport, Olympic-style event. This does serve a purpose for the United States Olympic Committee (referred to further as the USOC), as it keeps the Olympic spirit alive during off years, but also helps feed the pipeline of athletes in traditionally Olympic based sports while promoting the State Games mission at the same time. The movement was started in 1978 with the state of New York, an active member today. The movement continued to grow, and the National Congress of State Games was formed in 1986 to serve as the official association of all the State Games organizations and states. As a membership-based organization, the National Congress of State Games (referred to further as NCSG) helps provide structure and support to all the member states. The NCSG is also a member of the USOC Multi

Operating on a bi-annual basis, the State Games of America (referred to further as SGA) is the crown jewel of the NCSG. This event, created in 1999, gives athletes who participate in their State Games program a chance to compete nationally and face off with athletes from around the country. This further emulates the Olympic movement as attendees get to know other athletes, interact with people from different parts of the country, other cultures, explore other sports, and participate in a grand Opening Ceremony and other athlete events. Additionally, this gives participants something to strive for while competing on a state-wide level. If a participant wins a medal in the two years leading up to a SGA, or wins a medal in a previous SGA, they qualify for the upcoming event! It is exciting for everybody involved and adds a unique feature that other sporting tournaments do not offer. So far, there have been over 90,000 participants in the SGA since 1999. Host cities can also expect something in return with an economic impact on their community totaling over $10 million on average. The upcoming 2019 SGA in Lynchburg, Virginia and the campus of Liberty University is expected to bring in over 14,000 athletes to the area and create one of the most memorable SGA’s yet! Moving forward, the State Games of America and National Congress of State Games are excited for the possibilities to come and to continuously engage Americans with a healthy lifestyle and character building opportunities that sport brings. They are proud of their rich history and ready to ensure success for years to come. Lynchburg, Virginia welcomes everybody to their town July 31 – August 4 for the 2019 State Games of America and looks forward to continuing the tradition and keeping the torch burning.

“A highlight for me at the 2017 State Games of America was being chosen as the flag bearer to represent Virginia in the opening ceremonies. That was a great honor. I am excited to be competing in the 2019 State Games of America in Lynchburg, VA, because it is my hometown" - Kandace McIvor

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OPENING & WELCOME August 2019

Greetings athletes, coaches, and friends, As the chairman of Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors, it is my pleasure to welcome you all to the 30th year of Virginia Amateur Sports and 20th anniversary of the State Games of America. This is our fourth year at Liberty University and we are excited to have you all here in Lynchburg, Virginia, competing in what will be the best Games yet. Along with Liberty University, the City of Lynchburg, we at Virginia Amateur Sports have planned a weekend full of fun and excitement for everyone. Liberty University has opened the doors to their world-class facilities to create an atmosphere that mimics the Olympic Village, and to foster an environment that promotes the best of competition and sportsmanship during the State Games of America. Athletes: Go out there and play hard, have fun, and display exceptional sportsmanship! My college football coach, Cal McCombs, would always say “when you leave this field and are out in the community remember who you are and who you represent”. Remember those words and live a life to make a difference for yourself and others. Coaches: Support these young men and women as they learn some of the most important life lessons under your leadership. Be an example for them to emulate. Parents: Cheer hard and set an example for our young athletes. Help make this experience a positive one that your child remembers for a lifetime. Please, enjoy the time with your family and all that the City of Lynchburg and Liberty University have to offer. Finally, a HUGE THANK YOU to all the coaches, officials, and volunteers that have come together to make these games the best yet! Sincerely,

Adam Peters, CFP® Chairman of the Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors

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Welcome participants, families and friends to the State Games of America in Lynchburg Virginia! We are extremely excited to welcome all of you to the City of Lynchburg and applaud the athletes who are competing and those who have traveled here to support someone who is. We offer our sincere congratulations for your success in winning a spot at the State Games of America and wish you the very best as you compete in your respective sporting events. While you are here, please take the time to explore our city and get a taste of all we have to offer. If history is your passion, take the time to visit our museums, historic neighborhoods and gardens. If shopping is what you would rather be doing journey downtown for unique, local shopping opportunities. We have eateries to satisfy almost any taste, beautiful parks and trails for the outdoor enthusiasts, and friendly people just waiting to welcome you. I believe you will soon see why we say Lynchburg is a great place to live, work, and play. Enjoy your stay with us and much luck. Mayor Treney Tweedy

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OPENING & WELCOME State Games of America Local Organizing Committee Anna Bentson - Lynchburg Econ Development & Tourism Dan Foutz - Virginia Amateur Sports John Gauger - Liberty University IT Mickey Guridy - Liberty University Athletics Ashley Holloway - Liberty University Marketing Jennifer Jones - Lynchburg Parks & Recreation Pete Lampman - VAS Consultant Maggie Mace - Lynchburg Parks & Recreation Amanda Mangum - Virginia Amateur Sports Lisa Meriwether - Lynchburg Econ Development & Tourism

Virginia Amateur Sports Board of Directors Dr. Robert Antozzi Libby Blankenship Samantha Dickenson Dr. Ron Epperly Dan Foutz Sheri Fullen Jennifer Jones Dr. Elizabeth Lee-Robertson Kurt Mockenhaupt Mike McCall Hunter Moore Adam Peters Dr. Mark Rolfs Bill Siple Dr. Mark Smith Randy Smith Leah Stiegler Treney Tweedy David Van Covern Mitria Vaughter Ramon Williams

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Randy Smith - Liberty University Dr. Mark Rolfs - LU College of Osteopatheic Medicine Kaycee Tripp - Liberty University Club Sports Marjette Upshur - Lynchburg Econ Development & Tourism Mitria Vaughter - Liberty University Events Charity Waldron - Virginia Amateur Sports Angie Witt - Liberty University Sports Medicine Diane Williams - Virginia Amateur Sports Eric Englebarts - NCSG President/SGA 2019 Exec Committee Kevin Cummings - NCSG SGA 2019 Exec Committee Mitch Gross - NCSG SGA 2019 Exec Committee

Virginia Amateur Sports Staff Dan Foutz - President Amanda Mangum - Games Director Charity Waldron - Director of Operations Diane Williams - Director of Marketing Pete Lampman - Consultant Interns Michael Chorowicz - Marketing (Liberty) Matthew Crowder - Games (Liberty) Austin Fisher- Presidential (James Madison) Cara Ghaphery - Marketing (Mary Washington) KatieGwen Osborn - Marketing (Liberty) Evan Owens - Volunteers (James Madison) Sarah Stapleton - Operations (Liberty) Brady Tillotson - Games (Liberty) Alexis Williams - Operations (Grace College)

OPENING & WELCOME State Games of America Medical Team Angie Witt, LAT, ATC Tiffany Campbell, LAT, ATC Julianne Purves, LAT, ATC Ben Harris, LAT, ATC Rachael Watkins, LAT, ATC Patrick Sullivan, LAT, ATC Jackson Lohr, LAT, ATC Laura Mancuso, MBA, ATC Amy Moser, LAT, ATC Ben Froelich, LAT, ATC Beth Isner, LAT, ATC Devon Serrano, LAT, ATC Andrew Van Haren, ATC Tariq Kelly, LAT, ATC Joseph Collins, LAT, ATC Kevin Fortier, LAT, ATC

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Sport Coordinators Archery - Lani Young Archery - 3D - Ian Rigney Archery - Indoor - Robert Shelton Baseball - Mark Sisson & Rusty Lambert Basketball - Virginia Amateur Sports Bowling - Amanda Love & Terry Stike Chess - Mike Hoffpauir Disc Golf - Steve Bowman Equestrian - Suzanne Flaig Figure Skating - Dawn Harter & Tatiana Payne Floorball - Jukka Kotti, Darryl Gross & Brian Radichel FootGolf - Laura & Roberto Balestrini Gymnastics - David Dickerson & Eric Wagner Judo - Tarek Moneir Jujutsu - Tarek Moneir Karate - Kim Magruder Mini Golf - Clayton Craft Mountain Biking - Dave Hazelgrove Ninja Challenge - Maggi Thorne & Bob Clark Paintball - Brian Davidson Pickleball - Judy Bowman Racquetball - Daniel Rodriguez 10

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OPENING & WELCOME State Games Organizations Alabama Montana Arizona Nebraska California New Jersey Colorado New Mexico Connecticut New York Florida North Carolina Georgia Ohio* Illinois* Oklahoma Indiana* Oregon Iowa Pennsylvania Kansas South Carolina* Kentucky Tennessee* Louisiana Texas Massachusetts Utah Michigan Virginia Minnesota Wisconsin Mississippi Wyoming* Missouri *Developing State

WHO WE ARE The National Congress of State Games (NCSG) is a membership organization comprised of 35 State Games organizations and a member of the United States Olympic Committee's Multi Sport Organizational Council. The mission of the NCSG is to support State Games member organizations in the promotion of health, fitness and character building through Olympic-Style competitions and physical activities.

T H E STAT E G A M ES M OV E M EN T Modeled after the Olympic Games, State Games provide a motivational goal for all athletes within the state in which they are organized. Recreational and competitive events alike are offered in most states, so whether participants compete for the fun of it or as the first step to their Olympic dream, there's something for everybody in the State Games.

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FEATURED PROFILE PICKLEBALL SET TO BE A HIT AT STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

Athlete & Sport Spotlight by KatieGwen Osborn

The name pickleball is one that may raise a few eyebrows. Sources claim that the name was derived from that of the Pritchard family dog, Pickles, or from the term "pickle boat". This is a reference to the last boat to return to the harbor with its catch. However, according to Joan Pritchard, Joel's wife, the name came because she said that it reminded her of the pickle boat crews, where oarsmen were chosen from the leftovers of the crews of other boats. She said that the idea that the name came from their dog named Pickles was nice, but Pickles hadn’t been a part of the family yet and wouldn’t be until two years after the invention of the game. According to Joan, it was the dog, rather, that was named after the game.

(above: Joe Lindsoe with his past VA Commonwealth Games medals.)

With State Games of America coming to Virginia, on the 30th anniversary of the Virginia Commonwealth Games, there will be players from most other state games coming together this year to compete and play in Lynchburg. Not a stranger to the games, Joe Lindsoe – a pickleball player, will be one of the oldest athletes competing this year. Joe will turn 90 years old on the first day of the State Games of America pickleball tournament. According to Judy Bowman (Pickleball Sport Director), Joe “lives in Lynchburg and started playing about 8 years ago. He was an avid tennis player, a retired Pastor, has been married for over 60 years and just overall a great man.” Another notable player, this year, is Nathan Tang. Nathan a 14-year-old from Scottsdale, Arizona, will be among the youngest to compete in the pickleball tournament. Nathan is registered to play singles, also partnering with his Dad, Lester, in men’s doubles and his Mom, Amy, in the mixed doubles competition. Invented in the 1960s as a backyard game, pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis. Two to four players use solid paddles to hit a ball over a net, the paddles are made of wood or a composite material and the ball is similar to that of a Wiffle Ball. The sport shares similar features to that of racquet sports with several modifications made the dimensions and layout of a badminton court, with a net and rules somewhat similar to tennis. The game now known as pickleball, got its start in the summer of 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington. Former Washington Lieutenant Governor and State Representative Joel Pritchard and his friends started the game after coming home to bored families on a Saturday afternoon. They attempted to set up badminton, but the shuttlecock was missing. Instead, they improvised with a Wiffle ball, lowered the badminton net, and created paddles out of plywood found in a nearby shed. 2019 STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

The sport is the fastest-growing in the U.S., with more than 2.8 million players and a 12% increase in the past year, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. In Virginia, it has only gained popularity in the last six years. It has picked up popularity quickly and is currently one of the more popular individual sports in the Virginia Commonwealth Games. A few years ago, due to the popularity, new courts were opened at the Ivy Hill Golf Club in Forest, VA. Judy Bowman, Pickleball Coordinator for the VA Commonwealth Games, said “It’s a lot of fun. It can be competitive and recreational. It has both elements to it. Some people just play for the exercise, it’s a social game and a great way to meet friends. I think it combines the best of everything.”

(above: Nathan Tang (top) is pictured here with his mother, Amy (right) and his father, Lester (left))

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27 Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre Skiing, Snowboarding 28 Liberty Natatorium Swimming

19 Liberty Disc Golf Course Disc Golf

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20 Liberty Equestrian Center Equestrian

30 Matthes-Hopkins Track Complex Outdoor Track & Field

21 Liberty Football Practice Field Tailgate Party

31 Soccer Practice Fields Archery

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10 LIBERTY UNIVERSITY Various Sports 1971 University Blvd. Lynchburg, Va. 24515

CENTRAL VIRGINIA REGIONAL SOCCER COMPLEX Outdoor Soccer 5635 Campbell Highway Lynchburg, Va. 24501

11 LIBERTY UNIVERSITY EQUESTRIAN CENTER Equestrian 524 Traveller Court Rustburg, Va. 24588

E.C. GLASS HIGH SCHOOL Baseball, Floorball 2111 Memorial Ave. Lynchburg, Va. 24501

12 PEAKS VIEW PARK Softball 170 Ivy Creek Lane Lynchburg, Va. 24502

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4 HERITAGE HIGH SCHOOL Baseball, Karate 3020 Wards Ferry Road Lynchburg, Va. 24502

13 PUTT PUTT FUN CENTER Mini Golf 8105 Timberlake Road Lynchburg, Va. 24502

HYDAWAY OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTER Disc Golf, Mountain Biking 936 Camp Hydaway Road Lynchburg, Va. 24501

14 SAFESIDE TACTICAL Shooting Sports 2309 Mayflower Drive Lynchburg, Va. 24501

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Basketball 100 Mountain View Road Lynchburg, Va. 24502

LIBERTY DISC GOLF COURSE Disc Golf 2200 Liberty Mountain Drive Lynchburg, Va. 24502

LIBERTY MOUNTAIN GUN CLUB AND 3D ARCHERY RANGE Shooting Sports, 3D Archery 971 Camp Hydaway Road Rustburg, Va. 24588

LIBERTY MOUNTAIN SKATE PARK Skateboarding 3700 Candlers Mountain Road Lynchburg, Va. 24502

15 SWEET BRIAR COLLEGE Indoor Archery 134 Chapel Road Sweet Briar, Va. 24595 16 UNIVERSITY OF LYNCHBURG Baseball 2100 Park Ave. Lynchburg, Va. 24501 17 WINTON COUNTRY CLUB Foot Golf 599 Patrick Henry Highway Amherst, Va. 24521

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See Pages 16-17 for transit information.

DINE AT THE FOOD COURT AT REBER-THOMAS • Breakfast: $14.33 • Lunch or dinner: $18.49 • Breakfast and lunch combo: $20.82 • Breakfast and dinner combo: $24.30 • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner): $22.74 per person, per day To purchase a meal plan, email events@liberty.edu or visit The Food Court at Reber-Thomas.*

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Bus transportation will be available during the games from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, July 29, through Sunday, Aug. 4.

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Archery

Liberty University Lower Soccer Practice Fields

August 1-4

Archery-3D

Liberty Mountain Gun Club - Rustburg

August 3-4

Archery- Indoor

Sweet Briar College

August 3

Baseball - USSSA (8U-13U only)

New River Valley

June 15-16

Baseball - USSSA (14U - 18U only)

Liberty Univeristy, Liberty Christian Academy, University of Lynchburg & Lynchburg City Schools Fields

August 2-4

Basketball

Liberty University & Liberty Christian Academy (LCA)

August 2-4

Bowling

NRV SuperBowl - Christiansburg

August 2-4

Chess

Liberty University - Demoss Hall 4162

August 3

Disc Golf

Liberty University

August 3-4

Equestrian

Liberty University Equestrian Center

July 27-28

Figure Skating

Liberty University - LaHaye Ice Center & Lancerlot Center - Roanoke

July 30 - August 4

Floorball

EC Glass High School Gym

August 3-4

FootGolf

Winton Country Club - Amherst

August 2-4

Gymnastics

Roanoke Academy of Gymnastics

August 3-4

Judo

Liberty University - Indoor Track Complex

August 3

Jujutsu

Liberty University - Indoor Track Complex

August 3

Karate

Heritage High School - Lynchburg

August 3

Mini Golf

Putt Putt Fun Center - Lynchburg

August 3

Mountain Biking

Liberty University Camp Hydaway Trail

August 4

Ninja Challenge

Liberty University - Indoor Track Complex

August 3

Paintball

Liberty University

August 3

Pickleball

LU - LaHaye Fitness & Recreation Center

July 29-August 2

Racquetball

LU - LaHaye Courts

August 1-4

Run-5K

Liberty University

July 27

Shooting - 3 Position

Liberty Mountain Gun Club

August 4

Shooting - Air Rifle

American Legion Post 16 - Lynchburg

August 3

Shooting - BB Gun

American Legion Post 16 - Lynchburg

August 4

Shooting - Pistol Accuracy

Safeside Tactical - Lynchburg

August 3-4

Shooting - Rifle Accuracy

Safeside Tactical - Lynchburg

August 3-4

Shooting - Rimfire

Liberty Mountain Gun Club

Agust 3

Shooting - Sporting Clays

Liberty Mountain Gun Club

August 2

Skateboarding

Liberty University Skate Park

August 3

Snowflex (Ski & Snowboard)

Liberty Mountain Snowflex Center

August 3

Soccer - Outdoor

Central Virginia United Soccer Complex

August 3-4

Softball - Adult Slow Pitch

Peaksview Park

July 26-28

Softball - Youth

Peaksview Park, LU, Forest, Shrader, Bedford

August 2-4

Swimming - Long Course

Liberty University Natatorium

August 3

Swimming - Short Course

Liberty University Natatorium

August 4

Tae Kwon Do

Liberty Univeristy - Indoor Track Complex

August 4

Tennis - Adults

Cook Tennis Center - Liberty University

August 3-4

Tennis - Youth

Cook Tennis Center - Liberty University

August 3-4

Track & Field - Outdoor

Matthes-Hopkins Track Complex - Liberty University

August 3-4

Volleyball - Sand

Liberty University Beach Volleyball Courts

August 3-4

Ultimate Frisbee

Liberty Mountain Intramural Fields - LU

August 3-4

Wing Racing

Liberty University Lacrosse Fields

August 3-4

Wrestling

Liberty University - Indoor Track Complex

August 2

Yoga

Liberty University - Green Hall Collab Space

August 3-4

2019 STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

ugust 3, 2019 ompetition will begin at Noon berty Univesity - Indoor Track and Field Complex pectator fees - $5 per day

EVENT INFORMATION ARCHERY - FITA

August 1-4, 2019 Scoring begins at 9am LU - Lower Practice Soccer Fields

ARCHERY - 3D

August 2-3, 2019 Liberty Mountain Gun Club - Rustburg

ARCHERY - INDOOR GENESIS August 3, 2019 First Flight: 10:30am Sweet Briar College

Spectator fees - $5 per day

Baseball - USSSA

June 15-16, 2019 - (8U-13U ONLY) August 2-4, 2019 - (14U-18U ONLY) June - Christiansburg, Radford, and Dublin August - Liberty University, LCA, Heritage High School, EC Glass High School, & University of Lynchburg 8U-13U Spectator fees - $7 daily or $10 weekend 14U-18U Spectator fees - $10 daily or $15 weekend

CHESS

August 3, 2019 10am-8pm Liberty University - Demoss Hall 4162

DISC GOLF

August 3-4, 2019 Liberty University Course

EQUESTRIAN

July 27, 2019 Liberty University Equestrian Center

FIGURE SKATING

July 30-August 4, 2019 Official Practice starts at 8am Liberty University - LaHaye Ice Center & Lancerlot Sports Complex - Vinton Spectator fees - $5 per day

FLOORBALL

August 3-4, 2019 EC Glass High School Spectator fees - $5 per day

BASKETBALL

August 2-4, 2019 Various times - Game Schedule online Liberty University & Liberty Christian Academy Spectator fees - $5 Friday, $10 Saturday, $10 Sunday

BOWLING

August 2-4, 2019 Friday - Seniors ONLY, Saturday - 8:30am (Squad A), 1pm (Squad B) NRV Superbowl - Christiansburg

FOOT GOLF

August 3-4, 2019 Winton Country Club - Amherst

GYMNASTICS

August 3-4, 2019 Roanoke Academy of Gymnastics

JUDO

August 3, 2019 Competition will begin at 10:00am Liberty University - Indoor Track & Field Complex Spectator fees - $5 per day

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EVENT INFORMATION JUJUTSU

August 3, 2019 Competition will begin at Noon Liberty Univesity - Indoor Track and Field Complex Spectator fees - $5 per day

KARATE

August 3, 2019 Tournament begins 10am Heritage High School Spectator fees - $5

MOUNTAIN BIKING August 4, 2019

Liberty University - Camp Hydaway Trail

NINJA CHALLENGE

August 3, 2019 8am-8pm Liberty University - Indoor Track and Field Complex Spectator fees - $5

PAINTBALL August 3, 2019

MINI GOLF

Liberty University - Liberty Paintball Facility

August 3, 2019 Putt Putt Fun Center - Lynchburg

Dr. James â&#x20AC;&#x153;Budâ&#x20AC;? Robertson

BOOK SIGNING

6$785'$< $XJXVW DP QRRQ Barnes and Noble at Liberty University

Award winning American Civil War historian, movie consultant and distinguished professor Available books for signing include: Robert E. Lee (Rowman & Littlefield) and Untold Civil War (National Geographic) An opportunity to speak to Dr. Robertson about Virginia history during the State Games of America

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EVENT INFORMATION PICKLEBALL

July 29-August 1, 2019 Liberty University - LaHaye Fitness & Rec Center Spectator fees - $5 per day

RACQUETBALL

July 31-August 4, 2019 Liberty University - LaHaye Fitness & Rec Center

RUN - 5K

July 27, 2019 Liberty University

SHOOTING SPORTS

August 2-4, 2019 Events: 3 Gun, Rimfire, Sporting Clays Liberty Mountain Gun Club - Rustburg

Shooting - AIR RIFLE & BB GUN

SOCCER - OUTDOOR August 3-4, 2019 CVU Soccer Complex

SOFTBALL - ADULT SLOWPITCH July 27-28, 2019 Peaksview Park - Lynchburg

SOFTBALL - YOUTH FASTPITCH August 2-4, 2019 Liberty University, Peaksview Park, Bedford, Forest, & Shrader Fields

SWIMMING

Long Course - August 3, 2019 Short Course - August 4, 2019 Liberty University Natatorium Spectator fees - $5 per day

August 3-4, 2019 American Legion Post 16 - Lynchburg

TAE KWON DO

SHOOTING - PISTOL & RIFLE

Spectator fees - $5

August 3-4, 2019 SafeSide Tactical - Lynchburg

SKATEBOARDING

August 3, 2019 Liberty Mountain Skate Park

SNOWFLEX - SKIING/SNOWBOARDING August 3, 2019 Practice starts at 10am Finals start at 8pm

August 4, 2019 Liberty University Indoor Track & Field Complex

TENNIS- YOUTH & ADULT August 3-4, 2019 Liberty University - Tennis Courts

TRACK & FIELD - OUTDOOR

August 3-4, 2019 Liberty University - Matthis Hopkins Track Complex Spectator fees - $5 per day

Liberty University - Snowflex Center

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EVENT INFORMATION ULTIMATE FRISBEE

August 3, 2019 Games will start at 5pm Liberty University - Liberty Mountain Intramural Complex

VOLLEYBALL - BEACH

August 3-4, 2019 Liberty University - Beach Volleyball Courts

WING RACING

August 3-4, 2019 9am start time Liberty University - Lacrosse & Field Hockey Complex

WRESTLING

August 2, 2019 Liberty University Indoor Track & Field Complex

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Program Management Construction Management Preconstruction Services Estimating Design-Build General Contracting

Spectator fees - $5

YOGA

August 2-4, 2019 Liberty University - Green Hall Collab Space

Be sure to check the website for updated event information as some things are subject to change. www.StateGamesofAmerica.com

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2019 STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

Purchase Your SGA Gear at the Following Locations: LaHaye Fitness & Recreation Center (Thursday-Sunday) Athlete Tailgate Party (Friday 4-6pm ONLY) Peaksview Park (Friday - Sunday) Indoor Track & Natatorium - Outside between the venues (Friday - Sunday) Lancerlot Sports Complex - Vinton (Thursday - Saturday) Vines Center (Friday - Sunday) Green Hall Lot - Patio Area - Near Tennis & Archery (Thursday - Sunday) Forest Softball Complex (Friday - Sunday) Shop Online at StateGamesofAmerica.com/Gear Dates and Locations are subject to change, please check StateGamesofAmerica.com/merchlocations for updated information

The 2019 State Games of America is proud to partner with Kroger and the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to “Torch Hunger” in the Lynchburg community. Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste campaign has been committed to ending hunger in our communities and eliminating waste across their company by 2025. Did you know that 40% of all food produced in the United States is thrown away, yet 1 in 8 people regularly struggle with hunger? This unacceptable reality led Kroger, America’s grocer, to take a national stand against hunger through initiatives in their local markets. The goal for this “Torch Hunger” campaign is to collect a literal ton (2,000 pounds) of food and hygiene products.

We need your help to make an impact far beyond the arena of competition during these State Games of America. As you compete and cheer on your family members, friends, and fellow athletes, please remember those who are competing with hunger daily. Thank you for helping the 2019 State Games of America, Kroger, and the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank “Torch Hunger” in the Lynchburg community! Campus Drop-Off Locations: Look for the Ford Trucks in the LaHaye Student Center Parking Lot (Aug 2-4) & Outside the Football Indoor Practice Facility (Aug 2-3).

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Medal engraving will be available on campus! Locations:

LaHaye Fitness & Rec Center July 30 - August 4 Liberty Indoor Track Complex August 2-4 There is a fee associated with the medal engraving service.

Get Your Medal Engraved!

GO FOR THE GOLD! #CHALLENGEACCEPTED #SGA2021

50 SPORTS 18,000 ATHLETES Ames & Des Moines, Iowa

JULY 28 - AUGUST 1, 2021

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FEATURED PROFILE MAGGI THORNE

Maggi is a 4-time competitor for the Emmy nominated show American Ninja Warrior, Ninja Warrior Las Vegas Finalist, 2-time Team Ninja Warrior competitor, and 2- time NBC Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge Competitor. Her athletic resurgence began with elite obstacle racing, including the World’s Toughest Mudder, placing 2nd, running 75 miles and completing 330 obstacles. Before going to Nebraska, she was the California state champion in the 100H, and upon arriving to Nebraska competed in the NCAA championships indoors/outdoors, and was the Nebraska State Champion in the 100H, 400 and Boxing for the Cornhusker State Games. She has continued motivational speaking around the country in addition to advocating for children in poverty as a Global Ambassador for Convoy of Hope feedONE initiative. She is an Ambassador for ARYSE, a sports bracing company helping athletes and the everyday person live their best life well, and the UNAA, which brings the sport of Ninja Warrior to every state, and the State Games of America - Summer of 2019. Previously, she had a decade long career at the University of Nebraska Athletic Department, spearheading over $340 Million in Athletic Capital Construction Projects. She has received numerous distinctions, including the honor of receiving the "Heart of Gold" award from the American Heart

Association as a long time AHA volunteer and advocate. As a former Girl Scout, she recently launched an initiative with the Girl Scouts of Nebraska for a “BOW” patch to encourage female Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, and Community Engagement. Additional honors include being named by the Governor of Nebraska as the "Points of Light" award winner for her dedication to community service. In 2014, she was crowned Mrs. International, spending her year traveling over 100,000 miles to 8 countries and over 30 states as a worldwide advocate for nonprofits. Currently, she serves on the board for Resilience, Heartland Cancer Foundation and American Heart Association Heart Ball. Thorne is a proud Mom to 3 active children who engage with her often in community outreach events, and travel across the US alongside her. Maggi will be part of the following events: - Ninja Camp - July 31 - August 2 - Athlete Tailgate Party - August 2, 4-6pm with Interactive course & Autograph Signing - Ninja Challenge - August 3 at Liberty Indoor Track Complex

2019 STATE GAMES OF AMERICA

Kick Off the Games with Us August 2nd Tailgate Party TAILGATE PARTY:

presented by Grand Home Furnishings 4-6pm

Indoor Practice Facility - Liberty University Food, Games, Inflatables & More!! FREE to the Public! FREE Chick-fil-A and UTZ to registered participants and coaches with a wristband!

Pick up your FREE Athlete T-shirt HERE (11am-6pm) - be sure to get your shirt ticket at check in!

Opening Ceremonies An Evening for the Entire Family! 7pm Williams Stadium - Liberty University $10 Spectator Fee The official kick off of the 2019 State Games of America Athletes are encouraged to come and be honored for their participation in the Games by taking part in the Parade of Athletes by representing their state. There will be special entertainment including: Fireworks, Lighting of the Cauldron, and more First 1,500 spectators through the door receive a $10 gift certificate to Dicksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sporting Goods!