Name of Sport & Events
Awards
Pickleball Male Doubles
1st-4th place
Pickleball Mixed Doubles
1st-4th place
Power Walk 1500m
1st-8th place
Shuffleboard
1st-4th place
Swimming
1st-8th place
Table Tennis
1st-4th place
All medals must be picked up during the Games . Medals will not be mailed.
Q: Where can I find the rules for the sports competitions? A: The NVGAG Rulebook will be available on the NVGAG website by November/December of the previous competition year. Q: How can I train year-round for the event? A: Athletes should understand the rules of each sport and practice in preparation for the NVGAG. Athletes may train independently or may be part of a VA team training with their Golden Age Games Coach. Athletes who are not currently part of a team may want to contact their local VA Medical Center ’s physical medicine and rehabilitation department and ask for the recreation therapy team to assist with local sports/adaptive sports opportunities.
Athletes may also reach out to local YMCAs, gyms, and/or adaptive sport clubs to inquire about equipment/support to assist you with training for your competitions.
Q: Will I need medical clearance to participate? A: All athletes are required to have their Primary Care Physician (VA or non-VA)
complete and sign the NVGAG Medical Clearance Form (completed within 6 months of the event) and submit an EKG (completed within the last year). Medical Clearance Forms and
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