Steve Garvey, Bill Russell, Kevin Mitchell Headlining 'Men's Fitness Expo' In Temecula

TEMECULA, CA — Three famous former Major League Baseball players and one actor are headlining a new "Men’s Health & Fitness Expo" scheduled next month in Temecula.

The expo takes place at Pechanga Resort Casino's Summit Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 26 and features ex-MLB players Steve Garvey, Bill Russell, and Kevin Mitchell. All will be signing autographs during the event.

Garvey played first base for the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres; Russell was a Dodgers shortstop; and Mitchell was a leftfielder for the San Francisco Giants, the Padres, the New York Mets, and other MLB teams. The former professional athletes will be signing autographs for attendees during the event.

There will also be a special guest appearance by Chauncey Leopardi, the actor who played Michael "Squints" Palledorous in the 1993 movie "The Sandlot." He will also be signing autographs.

Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital, Rancho Springs Hospital, and Temecula Valley Hospital are presenting the expo.

Men’s health has become a very popular topic with the advances in medicine and available technology. The expo is slated to feature the latest information on men’s health related to urology, orthopedics, cardiac and pulmonary care, stroke awareness, and mental health, with some topics highlighted by guest physician speakers available for Q&A on specially designated "fireside chat" stages.

The event will also feature a full pickleball court, golf simulator, rock climbing wall, displays of custom and new vehicle offerings, boat displays, and vendors specializing in sports memorabilia, fishing, soccer, running, men’s health, apparel, and more. Food and beverages will also be available.

"This event will feature an incredible selection of sports, fitness, and health-related information, vendors and interactive displays never before seen on a scale this big," said Brian Connors, director of marketing for Southwest Healthcare. "The buzz around this event has been enormous. Our number one question is from women who hear about this event and want to know if they can attend. We say, absolutely!"

Expo tickets are currently on sale. Regular price is $50 each, but an early-bird special running through Aug. 31 cuts the cost to $25 each. For tickets, go to Southwesthealthcare.com/tickets.

Sponsorship and vendor applications for the expo are being accepted. Get more information here.