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The 32nd  Annual Show-Me STATE GAMES will kick off this weekend beginning on Friday, June 10.

The Show-Me STATE GAMES will include a variety of different events this weekend. Among these are lacrosse, high school basketball and volleyball, adult soccer, youth tackle football, pickleball, par-3 golf and swimming.

The Missouri State Senior Games, open to athletes age 50 and older, will also take place this weekend. Seniors from all over the state and beyond will gather in Columbia to compete in this Olympic-style sports festival, which is a qualifying event for the National Senior Games.

Emily Lorenz shares some tips and secrets on the GAMES.

The other two weekends of the 2016 Show-Me STATE GAMES are scheduled for July 22-24 and 29-31. These three weekends together include more than 40 different events that are open to all ages and ability levels. Registration is still open for all July events and information can be found at www.smsg.org

Danika Osman is the 2015 Show-Me STATE GAMES Female Athlete of the Year

This summer, 24,375 athletes took part in the Show-Me STATE GAMES Olympic-style sports festival, many taking home gold, silver and bronze medals.  Only two athletes receive the GAMES highest honor – Male and Female Athlete of the Year.  The Show-Me STATE GAMES is pleased to announce Andy Gilmore and Danika Osman are the 2015 Missouri Lottery Athletes of the Year.

Danika Osman, age 10 from Columbia, is the 2015 Missouri Lottery Female Athlete of the Year.  In her 6th year competing in the Show-Me STATE GAMES swimming event, Osman swept all of her races on her way to winning 10 gold medals and setting two new Show-Me STATE GAMES records.   While achieving her great results, Danika maintains a positive attitude and encourages her competitors with a “good luck” before each race.   Osman also takes part in road races and triathlons, as well as playing soccer, softball, volleyball, basketball and hip hop dance.

Andy Gilmore, age 34 from Columbia, is the 2015 Missouri Lottery Male Athlete of the Year.  Gilmore set a new Show-Me STATE GAMES record in the High Jump, with an all-time best of 7’3”.  Gilmore has participated in the Show-Me STATE GAMES for 15 years in various sports.  His high jump achievement in 2015 puts him on the bubble of qualifying into the 2016 Olympic Trials!   Gilmore also volunteers for the Missouri Valley Association of USA Track & Field and also serves as a coach for a number of aspiring high jumpers in Missouri.

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The Show-Me State Games drew over 25,000 competitors in 2014.

It’s not too late to be a part of the 2015 Show-Me STATE GAMES.  There are still plenty of sports that will take on-site registration including triathlon, 5K/10K road race, cycling, powerlifting, judo, track & field, archery, mini golf, mountain biking, wrestling, shooting events and more.  Below is the list of sporting events taking place over the next two weekends as well as a link back to the Show-Me State Games website with registration information.

The Show-Me STATE GAMES  is an Olympic-style sports festival with more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels. In addition to the summer games, the Show-Me STATE GAMES offers events throughout the year to promote health, fitness, family and fun.

In 2014, 25,714 athletes competed in the summer GAMES and 34,056 participants took part in year-round events, meaning the GAMES brought more than 68,112 participants and spectators to Columbia.

Friday also offers up the Opening Ceremony in Columbia, but the day begins at 11 a.m. on the Capitol steps in Jefferson City with opening remarks and the start of a one-mile torch run through Jefferson City.  There have been several torch runs throughout the state. (watch the video below)

In the evening, those who are competing in the games can line up for the parade of athletes 6:30 outside Mizzou Arena and the Opening Ceremony starts at 7 p.m inside the arena with appearances by Mizzou athletets and Miss Missouri McKensie Garber. This event is free and open to the public.

SHOW-ME STATE GAMES (July 17-18-19 and July 24-25-26, 2015)

2013 Show Me Games photo.

The Show-Me STATE GAMES is an Olympic-style sports festival with more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels. In addition to the summer games, the Show-Me STATE GAMES offers events throughout the year to promote health, fitness, family and fun. This summer the GAMES are celebrating two milestones.  The 30th anniversary of the summer games and the 20th anniversary of the Missouri State Senior Games.

Torch runs have taken place across the state to help raise awareness and excitement for this summer and there is still time to sign up as an individual or team.  Plus, the GAMES is also looking for volunteers, which is another great way for you to get involved.

To sign up and get more information click here.

Emily Peurrung talks with us about tips needed to make your experience enjoyable and tells us some of the special activities planned around the games.

Show Me Games Torch Run.

Here’s a list of the activities scheduled this summer.

SHOW-ME STATE GAMES OF MID-AMERICA (June 20-21-22, 2014)
Basketball (June) Football (Youth Tackle)
Lacrosse Par 3 Golf
Pickleball Soccer (June)
Swimming Table Tennis (Springfield)

SHOW-ME STATE GAMES (July 18-19-20 and July 25-26-27, 2014)
Archery – 3D Archery – Target
Baseball Basketball
Bowling Cycling
Disc Golf Equestrian
Fencing Football 7v7 (Adult)
Golf Gymnastics
Handball Judo
Kickball Martial Arts
Miniature Golf Mountain Biking
Powerlifting Race Walk
Road Race Shooting-Muzzle Loading
Shooting-Rifle and Pistol Shooting-Trap and Skeet
Soccer Softball
Synchronized Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Triathlon – Duathlon
Ultimate Volleyball
Wrestling

Runners begin the final leg of the Show Me Games Torch Run leading up to tonight’s opening ceremonies in Columbia.

Gov. Jay Nixon kicked off the final leg of the 2013 Show Me State Games Torch Run on the steps of the Capitol this afternoon as the Governor encouraged Missourians to participate in the Games and join him and the First Lady in completing the 100 Missouri Miles Challenge, which was launched in celebration of the state’s distinction as “Best Trails State” and to encourage Missouri families to enjoy the outdoors.

The challenge invites Missourians to complete 100 miles of outdoor physical activity by the end of the year. Already, more than 200,000 miles have been logged by over 5,400 participants as a part of the 100 Missouri Miles Challenge.

“The Show-Me State’s trails are an award-winning resource that can be enjoyed by all Missourians, and this includes the nearly 1,000 miles of trails in Missouri State Parks,” said Gov. Nixon. “Our trails system is a great way to experience the natural and cultural wonders that can be found in our parks and historic sites, which consistently rank as some of the best in the nation.”

For more information and to take the Challenge, visit MO.gov.

For more information on the Show Me State Games, including tonight’s opening ceremonies visit SMSG.org

On July 19, the Show-Me STATE GAMES will continue its summer schedule, and it’s not too late to be a part of the GAMES. The GAMES is still taking entries for many age groups in team sports including basketball, softball, soccer and baseball the weekend of July 26. Individuals can also sign up for sports during both weekends of the GAMES including swimming, track & field, triathlon and more.

For the first time last year, I played in the GAMES participating in handball and I plan on playing this year as well.  However, I still haven’t signed up yet.  Don’t procrastinate…make sure you get signed up.

AUDIO  Emily Lorenz from the GAMES, tells us there is still time to play or volunteer.  (8:45)

The Show-Me STATE GAMES offers more than 40 sporting events for all ages and ability levels.

The 2013 GAMES will conclude July 26 through July 28. Registration for many individual sports, including the triathlon, 5K/10K Road Race, miniature golf, mountain biking, martial arts and more will be taken up through the event date. To inquire about space availability for team sports, call 573-882-2101. For a complete schedule of events and more details about the Show-Me STATE GAMES, visit their website.

The Show-Me STATE GAMES is bringing the Olympic spirit to Missouri this summer and the games are getting an early start with the Senror games and 3 v 3 soccer taking center in Columbia this weekend. Whether participating as an athlete, spectator or volunteer, The Show-Me State Games offers something for everyone and Emily Perrung of the games says there is plenty of time to still get involved.

AUDIO (Interview with Emily 3:00)

The Show-Me STATE GAMES (SMSG) is an Olympic-style sports festival with more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels.