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Grand Slam champ Billie Jean King will definitely introduce the New Year as Grand Marshall for the Flower Ceremony..
The 39-time Conquest champ coming from Long Seaside is returning to her origins to act as Grand Marshall for the 136th Flower March.
Tournament of Roses Head Of State Ed Morales revealed today on the main steps of the renowned Competition Residence as Master created a grand entry to Elton John's hit track "Philadelphia Independence"-- a tune famously filled in her honor that functioned as the concept for her WTT squad.
Master's variety as Grand Marshal connections effortlessly into this year's procession theme: "Ideal Day Ever Before!", commemorating lifestyle's best instants.
Billie Jean King's influence extends far past sporting activities and the ping pong courthouse. Named some of the "one hundred Essential Americans of the 20th Century" by everyday life magazine, she is the very first woman professional athlete to get the Presidential Medal of Flexibility, as well as she will end up being the first specific female professional athlete to receive the Congressional Gold Award.
King is actually also the owner of the Women's Athletics Structure, the Female's Ping pong Organization, and the Billie Jean Master Base.
As Grand Marshal, King is going to use down Colorado Blvd, initiating the new year with the appeal and tradition the Ceremony is understood for as well as join the pre-game ceremony at the College Volleyball Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Rose Championship Game.
" Being from Long Seaside and also growing up in Southern The golden state I have warm minds of seeing the procession along with my household as well as I am actually greatly honored to be named Grand Marshal of the 2025 Flower Procession," mentioned Master. "This parade is actually a terrific event of pleasure and neighborhood, and also it really exemplifies the "Greatest Day Ever Before" for all who attend or check out.