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Conquest champ Billie Jean Master will introduce the New Year as Grand Marshall for the Rose Parade..
The 39-time Grand Slam champion coming from Long Beach front is actually coming back to her origins to act as Grand Marshall for the 136th Rose March.
Competition of Roses Head Of State Ed Morales introduced today on the frontal measures of the renowned Competition House as Master helped make a huge entryway to Elton John's smash hit tune "Philly Independence"-- a song notoriously written in her respect that worked as the style for her WTT squad.
Master's choice as Grand Marshal connections perfectly into this year's procession style: "Finest Time Ever Before!", commemorating life's absolute best moments.
Billie Jean King's impact prolongs much past sporting activities and the tennis courtroom. Named one of the "one hundred Essential Americans of the 20th Century" by daily life publication, she is the 1st girl professional athlete to obtain the Presidential Medal of Flexibility, and also she will certainly become the first individual girl athlete to acquire the Congressional Gold Medal.
Master is actually likewise the founder of the Female's Sports Base, the Women's Ping pong Association, as well as the Billie Jean Master Groundwork.
As Grand Marshal, King is going to use down Colorado Boulevard, initiating the brand-new year along with the elegance and tradition the March is actually known for as well as take part in the pre-game ceremony at the University Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Rose Bowl Game.
" Being Actually coming from Long Seaside and also maturing in Southern The golden state I possess sentimental memories of viewing the parade with my household as well as I am actually profoundly honored to become called Grand Marshal of the 2025 Rose March," said King. "This parade is a wonderful festivity of happiness and area, and it definitely represents the "Finest Day Ever" for all who go to or see.