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Grand Slam champion Billie Jean Master are going to generate the New Year as Grand Marshall for the Flower March..
The 39-time Conquest champion from Long Seashore is actually returning to her origins to function as Grand Marshall for the 136th Flower Ceremony.
Competition of Roses Head Of State Ed Morales declared today on the frontal actions of the well-known Event Home as King produced a huge entrance to Elton John's smash hit track "Philadelphia Independence"-- a tune notoriously written in her tribute that functioned as the concept for her WTT team.
King's assortment as Grand Marshal connections flawlessly into this year's procession theme: "Best Time Ever Before!", commemorating lifestyle's finest minutes.
Billie Jean King's effect extends far beyond sporting activities as well as the ping pong court. Named one of the "100 Essential Americans of the 20th Century" by daily life journal, she is actually the 1st woman athlete to get the Presidential Award of Liberty, and also she will certainly end up being the 1st private girl sportsmen to obtain the Congressional Gold Award.
Master is also the creator of the Female's Athletics Groundwork, the Female's Ping pong Association, as well as the Billie Jean King Structure.
As Grand Marshal, Master will definitely ride down Colorado Blvd, introducing the brand new year along with the charm and also practice the Ceremony is actually recognized for and also take part in the pre-game service at the University Volleyball Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Flower Bowl Game.
" Being from Long Coastline and also growing up in Southern The golden state I possess warm memories of watching the parade along with my family as well as I am heavily honored to be called Grand Marshal of the 2025 Rose Procession," pointed out King. "This parade is a fantastic party of pleasure and neighborhood, as well as it definitely stands for the "Greatest Time Ever" for all who attend or view.