Rarkinson's Resources Of Oregon Hosts Ping-Pong Tournament, Aug 15 (picture Included) (Photo) - 08/05/26
[Beaverton, Ore, Aug 5, 2026] – Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO), a non-profit organization that delivers support to people living with Parkinson’s disease throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, will host a Ping-Pong tournament event in Beaverton on Saturday, August 15th.
Most days of the week, you can hear the sound of Ping-Pong balls and cheers echo through the building at PRO. This is because over the last 11 years, volunteer coach Rob Solomon has been welcoming and supporting people to learn how to play Table Tennis, also known as Ping-Pong. The size of the group has grown along with the skills of the players who have dedicated extensive time to hone their performance despite the challenges of their Parkinson’s symptoms. What we are most excited about and want to promote is the remarkable benefits many experience when they play regularly.
“After so many years, so many people, we’re having a tournament to promote the health benefits of the sport. It helps with balance, coordination and cognition. Table Tennis is good for all, and exceptional for those with Parkinson’s”, said Coach Rob.
The top five competitors have already been identified, and we’re inviting everyone to join us to learn about Parkinson’s, explore the resources available for navigating a diagnosis and living well, and cheer on our players as they compete for the championship title!
“One of the things we know can happen with Parkinson’s is social isolation due to the challenges people experience with the disease” said Melissa Greer, Executive Director of PRO. “PRO is a place where everyone can find connection and support regardless of how Parkinson’s has touched their life. We love that so many people have found great benefits from playing Ping-Pong together, and it has been a joy to see such a close community develop around the sport over the years. We hope this tournament will inspire some new people to come check us out and give it a try.”
Whether you have a personal connection to Parkinson's and want to learn more, or are just looking for a fun reason to cheer, everyone in the public is welcome to come check out this special event.
Event details:
Date: Saturday, August 15th
Time: 12 PM – 3 PM
Location: Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon, 8880 SW Nimbus Ave Suite B, Beaverton, OR
Time: 12 PM – 3 PM
Location: Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon, 8880 SW Nimbus Ave Suite B, Beaverton, OR
More info about this and other services we provide at 1-800-426-6806.
About Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon:
Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon (PRO) is a donor-supported non-profit with the sole mission of improving the quality of life for people with Parkinson’s, their families, and caregivers. With three locations, hundreds of volunteers, and dedicated leadership, PRO provides direct care and support to thousands of families. Working to address issues faced by Parkinson’s patients and their families, PRO can significantly improve the quality of life for everyone touched by this disease. To learn more, visit www.parkinsonsresources.org
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Scott - One of the skilled competitors,
