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Billie Jean Master Named Grand Marshall for 136th Flower Procession

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Grand Slam champion Billie Jean King are going to bring in the New Year as Grand Marshall for the Flower March..
The 39-time Grand Slam champion coming from Long Seaside is actually returning to her origins to serve as Grand Marshall for the 136th Flower Parade.
Tournament of Roses Head Of State Ed Morales announced today on the main actions of the famous Tournament Residence as Master created a marvelous entry to Elton John's favorite tune "Philly Independence"-- a tune once recorded her respect that worked as the motif for her WTT team.
King's choice as Grand Marshal connections seamlessly into this year's march theme: "Finest Day Ever!", commemorating life's greatest minutes.
Billie Jean King's impact prolongs much beyond sports and the tennis courtroom. Named some of the "one hundred Essential Americans of the 20th Century" by live magazine, she is the first lady professional athlete to acquire the Presidential Award of Liberty, and also she is going to end up being the first specific girl athlete to obtain the Congressional Gold Medal.
Master is also the founder of the Women's Sports Structure, the Women's Tennis Organization, and also the Billie Jean Master Foundation.

As Grand Marshal, King is going to use down Colorado Boulevard, initiating the new year with the appeal and also custom the Parade is known for and also participate in the pre-game service at the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the 111th Rose Championship Game.
" Being from Long Coastline and also growing up in Southern California I possess warm minds of checking out the march along with my household as well as I am deeply honored to be called Grand Marshal of the 2025 Flower Parade," stated Master. "This ceremony is actually a remarkable celebration of joy and also community, and also it really stands for the "Finest Day Ever Before" for all who go to or even view.