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Huntsman World Senior Games opens new Saint George headquarters
Summary
Organizers opened a nearly 10,000-square-foot headquarters in Saint George to centralize offices, storage and event logistics; partners including the state, Washington County, Greater Zion and the Huntsman Family Foundation helped fund the space.
The Huntsman World Senior Games has opened a nearly 10,000-square-foot headquarters in Saint George that organizers said brings the event’s offices, storage and operations under one roof.
Organizers and volunteers said the new accessible space—previously spread across trucks, trailers and storage units—will simplify logistics for the annual multi-sport event for athletes aged 50 and older. “The great thing about this space is that we are now able to bring all of our office space, all of our storage, all of our operations, all under one roof,” Kaye, a speaker at the open house, said.
The new building includes high stacks of sporting equipment, garage-door access for loading, and volunteer work areas. Kaye said the group built a reserve over several years and secured outside partners to complete the project: “The state of Utah was able to allocate some funds. Washington County and Greater Zion have been a tremendous partner. They were able to allocate some funds. And then the Huntsman Family Foundation, our title sponsor, were able to step in as well.”
Organizers and longtime participants described the headquarters as a logistical improvement for the event, which offers more than 40 sports. One speaker who identified themself as a state legislator and a three‑year participant said the games promote both physical and mental health in retirement: “When you do active things, whether it's just getting together, whether it's dancing, but especially sports, seems to encourage not only physical health ... but also your mental health.”
Event leaders said the World Senior Games began in 1987, founded by John and Daisy Morgan and later supported by the Huntsman family. Organizers reported they expect more than 12,300 athletes this year and that roughly 77% of participants return in subsequent years. Kaye said the organization still carries some loan debt but is in a position to move forward while continuing to build resources and volunteer capacity.
Open‑house attendees saw photos of athletes from past games on the facility’s walls, and volunteers demonstrated how the space will be used to sort supplies and prepare equipment. An organizer recited a short tribute to founder John Morgan during the event.
Registration for the Huntsman World Senior Games, scheduled for October for adults age 50 and older, remains open online and at the new headquarters. “For more information, go to seniorgames.net. In Saint George, Melissa Anderson Community Education News,” Melissa Anderson said at the event.
