SPORT: Snowshoeing

PROVINCE: Alberta

HOMETOWN: Edmonton

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

10 years.

How is your life different since joining Special Olympics?

I am more active and I have more friends.

How have you been preparing yourself for competition?

I train five days a week, my goal is to do my personal best.

What is the biggest challenge you've overcome in your life?

My biggest challenge is working through and overcoming any anxiety.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

Achieving my personal best! I had trained for a half marathon but ended up completing the full marathon.

What does Special Olympics and attending World Games mean to you?

Going to the World Games means I get to compete against great athletes!