Notable Neighbor - Leanne Hansen
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Athletic pursuits and lifestyle
Participation in local walking clubs
Senior citizen sports accessibility in Minnesota
Maintaining physical activity despite aging
Areas of Interest (2)
- The decline of senior-specific athletic tournament opportunities in Minnesota.
- The long-term benefits of accessible urban nature trails on senior resident health.
Notable Quotes (1)
Minnesota doesn't have a racquetball tournament for seniors anymore.
Sports accessibilityExplaining why she had to travel to Las Vegas to qualify.
People (1)
Leanne HansenResidentLong-time Bloomington resident, athlete, and piano teacher.
2 quotes
Long-time Bloomington resident, athlete, and piano teacher.
“It's like you're free when you're up there because there's hardly anybody with you. It really energizes me.”
Describing her love for mountain climbing.
“I signed up for a men's league because it wasn't a women's league. I made the playoffs.”
Discussing her experience in competitive racquetball.
Places Mentioned
BloomingtonColoradoKilimanjaroLas VegasMinnesota
Events & Meetings (1)
- Recent trip to Las Vegas for senior racquetball qualification