99 years old: Hollabrunner Margaretha Schieder honored as a sports model

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Das Landesklinikum Hollabrunn ehrt die älteste Seniorensportlerin Niederösterreichs, Margaretha Schieder, und würdigt außergewöhnliche sportliche Leistungen im Rahmen der jährlichen Auszeichnung.
The State Clinic in Hollabrunn honors the oldest senior athlete in Lower Austria, Margaretha Schieder, and appreciates extraordinary sporting achievements as part of the annual award. (Symbolbild/DNAT)

In the heart of Hollabrunn, an important award was recently awarded that honors the outstanding achievements of older athletes. Margaretha Schieder, 99 years old, was nominated for her remarkable success in table tennis in the hobby category and is therefore the oldest senior athlete in Lower Austria. This honor is part of an annual initiative of the state of Lower Austria, which focuses on the vitality and the commitment of older citizens in sport.

The event, which was led by senior citizens 'state councilor Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister and Herbert Nowohradsky, the state chairman of the Lower Austria seniors, and Hannes Bauer, the state president of the NÖ Pensioners' Association, was very well received. "Especially in old age, physical upgrading has a positive effect on a vital, fulfilling and independent life," said Teschl-Hofmeister. According to her statement, the commitment of older people in sport could serve as inspiration for younger generations. The multitude of registrations clearly shows that health and active lifestyle are of great importance for many older people in Lower Austria.

honors and impulses for more movement

During the ceremony, the trophies were presented for extraordinary sporting achievements. Lizz Görgl, a two-time ski alpine world champion and Olympic medalist, led through the evening and gave valuable advice on the subject of exercise and health. The contributions and encouragement of such experienced athletes are essential to show older people that sport is possible at any age. Your experiences can help to actively participate in sports.

The conditions of participation were widely caught: all Lower Austrians from the age of 60, regardless of disabilities, were invited to present their sporting success. This could be done either through top positions at national or international championships or through outstanding achievements in the hobby area. Such competitions not only promote individual fitness, but also the sense of community among the participants.

The country's initiative shows how important it is to focus on the older generation and to honor its achievements. This event underlines the motivation of many older people to stay active and healthy and demonstrate that sporting successes are also possible in old age. A detailed description of the event and its highlights can be found here .