Athletes From The Villages Bring Home 154 Medals at the 2022 National Senior Games

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The National Senior Games is the largest multi-sport qualifying event in the world — with more competitors than the Olympics. Athletes come from all 50 states and Canada. The one community, town, or city at the games with the most competitors is The Villages, Florida. The Villages sent more than 300 athletes to Ft. Lauderdale and returned with 154 medals — more than 36 states! We wondered — what’s the secret to their success?

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