On Oct. 24, the VA in Prescott, Arizona will host the 2nd annual Veterans Olympic Day. Servicemembers and veterans from every branch are invited to bring their families and participate in a day of sporting competition. This year's event will be sponsored by the Arnold Air Society at Embry-Riddle University, the Marine Corps League and the local VA.
According to The Daily Courier, the main events of the day will be held at Northern Arizona Veteran Affairs Health Care System's sporting venues. The competition categories include dodgeball, basketball, pickleball and cornhole. Aside from the sports, there will be music, free food and other activities for those in attendance to enjoy.
This is a great way for veterans and current military personnel to let loose for a day and enjoy themselves. It is also an excellent opportunity for servicemembers to meet and influence some of the ROTC students at Embry-Riddle University.
"This is the second year we are hosting this event and our veterans really seemed to enjoy the sports and activities," Dr. M. Keith Piatt, the VA's chief of staff, told The Daily Courier.
The 2015 Veterans Olympic Day will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration is required.