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Sports, community key to longevity for this Fountain Hills resident

103 years old

Gene Metcalfe has spent over four decades on the softball diamond.

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In the world of science and nutrition for the race in finding longevity, Fountain Hills resident Gene Metcalfe has found his own recipe.

At 103 years young, Metcalfe has lived a fulfilling life through over four decades in the softball world and its community. And, of course, some nutrition, he said.

“Everything’s in moderation,” he said. “The doctor never tells you to sit down … keep moving, keep moving. Like I said, moderation; that means diet as well.”

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