Special Olympics BC – Richmond athlete Vincent Li is an accomplished athlete in floor hockey, basketball, bowling, and bocce. He is also a hardworking and caring athlete leader, both in his Local and provincially on the SOBC Athlete Input Council. He is the deserving winner of the 2021 SOBC Spirit of Sport Award!

In addition to being a dedicated and passionate athlete, Li is exceptionally strong at connecting and motivating people. He leads both by example, always going above and beyond himself, and with his personal touch. He can always be counted on to contact fellow athletes to encourage them to get involved with different initiatives, and he supports them personally all the way. 

Li may first be noticed for his participation in four to five sports annually, but his is also known for his leadership among athletes. He is a role model for how athletes can step up and become more involved, and there is not a single initiative he does not go the extra mile on. He is an outstanding leader and role model at both the provincial and local levels, and is looked up to for his kindness and ability to speak up for others everywhere he goes.

Li is widely known and respected for his kindness, humour, and humility. He brings people together and forms strong relationships with and between them naturally.

Congratulations to Vincent, and to all the deserving 2021 nominees! Watch Vincent's conversation with legendary broadcaster Bernie Pascall in the Spirit of Sport Award segment from the 2021 SOBC Awards Ceremony:

Past Spirit of Sport Award recipients:

• Roy Stephens, SOBC – Kelowna (2020)
• Pauline Shaw, SOBC – Victoria (2019)
• Matthew Lai, SOBC – Richmond (2018)
• Kelsey Thomson, SOBC – Richmond (2017)
• Simone Myers, SOBC – Port Alberni (2016)
• Ryan Stewart, SOBC – Richmond (2015)
• Barbie Conway, SOBC – Prince George (2014)
• Danny Tress, SOBC – Burns Lake (2013)
• Billy Peterson, SOBC – North Shore (2012)
• Ron Greenhorn, SOBC – Nanaimo (2011)
• Dallas Stager, SOBC – Vancouver (2010)
• Walter and Danny Dion, SOBC – Campbell River (2009)
• Tanya McIntosh, SOBC – Kelowna (2008)
• Katarina Gerhardt, SOBC – Kelowna (2007)
• Jan Mareels, SOBC – Vancouver (2006)
• Keith McPhail, SOBC – Victoria (2005)
• Janet Robertson, SOBC – Powell River (2004)
• Paul Aubuchon, SOBC – Campbell River (2003)
• Sherry Rempel, SOBC – Prince George (2002)
• Rob Misjak, SOBC – North Shore (2002)
• Krista Meldrum, SOBC – Campbell River (2001)
• Scott Ellison, SOBC – Richmond (2001)
• Marie Putnam, SOBC – Vancouver (2000)
• Cal Brandolini, SOBC – North Shore (2000)
• Carrie Poulin, SOBC – Nelson (1999)
• Mathew Brewer, SOBC – Prince George (1999)
• Jane Murray, SOBC – Coquitlam (1998)
• Marc Theriault, SOBC – Surrey (1998)
• Graeme MacKinnon, SOBC – Burnaby (1997)
• Barb Scrutton, SOBC – Coquitlam (1996)
• Barry Creasy, SOBC – Kimberley/Cranbrook (1996)