The LPS Athletics Golden Card for Seniors
BY KEITH LARSON
Grandparents and Lincoln retirees are often looking for enjoyable (and low-cost) activities in town. At the same time, athletes at Lincoln Public Schools would very much enjoy seeing more people at their events and hearing our cheers. If you like getting out to watch sports activities, the LPS Athletics Golden Card is just the ticket (bee’s knees?) for you.
Our Lincoln Public Schools Athletic Department has a 100% free Golden Card Program for Lincoln residents over 60 years old. The card, personalized with your name, offers free entry for all regular sports events during the year. You can cheer on your grandchildren or children of your friends through their high school years including junior varsity games. Perhaps you will spot an upcoming star who will go on to play for Nebraska.
You and your Golden Card will be welcomed with a wave and a free pass while others are paying $6 or more for entry to various events. You can use the dollars you save to enjoy some popcorn or other treats.
To get your card, each person must come, with an identification card, to the district office at 5905 O Street, or any high school in their main offices. Make sure your spouse or friends come along to confirm their ID. Open hours at each location are usually 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each weekday. Masking is currently and may be required to enter the building.
You can find the LPS Sports Calendar of Events at HeartlandAthleticConference.org and click on the school you want. Be sure to create a bookmark. It is nice to know that each event includes a map. Schools include Lincoln High, East, Northeast, North Star, Southeast, and Southwest. Parking at events is always free but is on a first come, first served basis. If needed, look for Handicap Parking which is available at most locations.
The Golden Card is good for the life of the owner. So ... live long and enjoy!
The Golden Card does not include District playoff games, but you will have many opportunities in many sports throughout each season:
Spring sports – baseball, track, and soccer
Fall sports – football, volleyball, and softball
Winter sports – basketball, wrestling, swimming, and diving
Information provided to former Lincoln 55+ publisher Keith Larsen by the LPS Athletic Department.