Special Olympics Team BC 2024: Floor Hockey
Special Olympics BC Local
Comox Valley
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
2021, when a volunteer coordinator whom I played hockey with put out a call for volunteers.
Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, which other National Games were you part of and in what role(s)?
Yes.
What does it mean to you to be part of Special Olympics Team BC 2024?
It means a lot to be part of the team and try to do my part to help the team and athletes to be good repreaentatives. It means that athletes and other coaches can represent B.C. well and play to their potential.
What is/are your goal(s) for these National Games?
Have fun, be a good example, and help in any way I can.
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
The whole Provincial Games experience with the team in 2023.
What does competing at National Games mean to your athletes? (or, if this is your first National Games, competition in general)
The team has been to National Games before. Enjoy the nationals experience, learn from our previous experience, and do better than the last time.
What storylines are you excited to see develop in your SO Team BC sport team leading up to the National Games?
Growth for individual athletes, high performance on the big stage.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
It is so rewarding, the organization and people are very welcoming and helpful.