President Donald Trump issued a wave of nominations Friday for the Council on Sports, Nutrition and Fitness. The organization was founded in 1960 and encourages Americans to live a healthy lifestyle that balances physical activity and good nutrition.
Former New York Yankees closers Mariano Rivera, former NFL running back Herschel Walker, and three-time beach volleyball gold medalist Misty May-Treanor will co-chair the council.
Olympic gold medalist and former Ohio State heavyweight wrestler Kyle Snyder will be on the committee.
Honored to be selected by @Potus to work with @fitnessgov on increasing youth participation in sports. https://t.co/nqn4QISHb0 pic.twitter.com/d0Ft9GVcJL
— Kyle Snyder (@Snyder_man45) May 4, 2018
Other members include Patriots coach Bill Belichick, Dr. Oz, and Linda Yaccarino. If approved, all members will serve a two-year term.
