Southern Ohio Senior Games

The Southern Ohio Senior Games is a nonprofit organization based in Portsmouth, Ohio. It operates as a tax-exempt organization under the Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3), with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 30-0886782. The organization was granted tax-exempt status in June 2016[4][5].

The Southern Ohio Senior Games is part of the broader Senior Games movement, which aims to promote physical fitness, competitive sports, and active aging among adults aged 50 and older. This movement is supported by similar organizations across Ohio, such as the Ohio Senior Olympics, which is sanctioned by the National Senior Games Association (NSGA)[1][3].

The organization focuses on fostering an environment of sportsmanship, camaraderie, and healthy competition. It offers various sports and activities designed to engage older adults in physical activity, contributing to their overall well-being and quality of life.

While specific details about the events and sports hosted by the Southern Ohio Senior Games are not readily available, organizations within this sector typically offer a range of activities similar to those found at the Southwest Ohio Senior Olympics, such as golf, swimming, tennis, and track & field[2].