Participants
11400
Dates
09 – 22 Aug 1998
Sports
28
Country
USA
The Global Celebration of Sport For Life
The Portland 1998 World Masters Games was a true global celebration of sport for life, bringing together athletes from every corner of the world in a spirit of unity and joy. The city came alive with competition, friendship, and lasting memories that embodied the lifelong power of sport.
Athlete Comments & Reviews
“Find the sport your body can do”
“It’s just about finding something you can physically do for your age”
“We play sport and discover new countries”
“We get to experience different countries, different places you wouldn’t possibly go to visit if it wasn’t for a sport. It’s a nice way of experiencing a new city.”
“You play sport and are a tourist at the same time!”
“Being part of the Games allows you to be a tourist as well and being part of everything that is going on in the area.”
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