SMSG News

Pumpkin Fun Run Set for May 1!

Our 8th Annual Pumpkin Fun Run, sponsored by MU Health Care, will begin at 8 a.m. on May 1 at Philips Lake Park in Columbia.  This 1.4-mile run/walk is open to Boone County students grades K-5. Parents and teachers are also encouraged to participate.  There is a $10 entry fee for students, which includes a … Continued

Shape-Up Missouri

SHAPE-UP MISSOURI STEP CHALLENGE  With all that’s going on right now it can be hard to stay motivated and push yourself to be active. So join us for our FREE Shape-Up Missouri 2.0 Step Challenge that will give you the opportunity to safely compete against and with others of all ages and abilities across the state … Continued

Celebration of Athletes

For the first time in 36 years we weren’t able to host the GAMES, but that didn’t stop YOU from staying active even during these unprecedented times! And for that we want to celebrate YOU! With the help of our amazing sponsors Missouri Lottery and KOMU 8 and on the behalf of the Show-Me State Games we present … Continued

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The Show-Me STATE GAMES is a non-profit program of the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Health and is hosted by the University of Missouri. The mission of the Show-Me STATE GAMES is simple: to provide all Missourians the opportunity to participate in activities of health, fitness, family and fun. 32,001 athletes come to Columbia throughout the year to be a part of our events – this includes athletes from 113 out of 114 counties in the state!

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