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Conquest champion Billie Jean King will definitely introduce the New Year as Grand Marshall for the Rose Parade..
The 39-time Grand Slam champion from Long Beach front is going back to her origins to act as Grand Marshall for the 136th Rose Ceremony.
Competition of Roses Head Of State Ed Morales revealed today on the frontal measures of the renowned Event Residence as Master helped make a splendid doorway to Elton John's hit tune "Philly Liberty"-- a track once written in her respect that acted as the motif for her WTT squad.
King's selection as Grand Marshal ties perfectly right into this year's ceremony style: "Ideal Time Ever!", commemorating life's finest instants.
Billie Jean Master's effect stretches far past sporting activities and the ping pong court. Called among the "one hundred Most Important Americans of the 20th Century" by everyday life publication, she is actually the first female athlete to acquire the Presidential Medal of Flexibility, as well as she will certainly become the 1st individual girl professional athlete to receive the Congressional Gold Award.
King is actually also the founder of the Female's Sports Groundwork, the Female's Ping pong Association, and also the Billie Jean Master Structure.
As Grand Marshal, King is going to use down Colorado Blvd, initiating the new year with the charm and also practice the March is actually recognized for as well as take part in the pre-game service at the University Soccer Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Rose Bowl Game.
" Being Actually from Long Seaside and also growing up in Southern California I have sentimental minds of viewing the procession with my household and also I am actually profoundly recognized to be called Grand Marshal of the 2025 Rose March," said King. "This procession is actually a wonderful festivity of delight and neighborhood, as well as it truly represents the "Best Time Ever Before" for all that go to or view.