Special Olympics BC Local:

Port Alberni

Hometown:

Port Alberni

When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?

With my worker, Barb Giesbrecht.

Will these be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, which other National Games did you compete in, and in what sports?

Yes.

What were your results in the 2019 Special Olympics BC Winter Games? How did you feel about your performance?

Our team got gold.

What does it mean to you to be part of Special Olympics Team BC 2020?

Very exciting, a little nervous to travel without Barb or my mom.

What is your goal for these National Games?

I hope to get another gold, but to try my best and have fun.

What does competing at National Games mean to you?

I feel special to have been asked. 

What do you like most about the sport you will compete in at National Games?

It's a lot of fun. 

What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?

The Vernon Winter Games. 

What would you tell someone about Special Olympics to encourage them to get involved?

If it's your dream, go for it!

What other Special Olympics sports do you participate in?

None.

Please tell us a little bit more about yourself! What else would you like people to know about you?

I'm kind, a good friend, I like to have fun and I like to travel. 

What is one word you would use to describe yourself? :)

Unique!