Special Olympics BC Local
Comox Valley
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
Got involved volunteering as my brother-in-law Larry is an athlete, have volunteered for about 20 years.
Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, which other National Games were you part of and in what role(s)?
No, I have coached at P.E.I. and at the 2020 National Games in Thunder Bay.
What does it mean to you to be part of Special Olympics Team BC 2024?
It means a lot, I love working with the athletes to achieve their goals and seeing people that you have met over the years from across this great country of ours.
What is/are your goal(s) for these National Games?
To make sure the athletes on my team are prepared and ready!
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
Always the opening ceremonies. It gives me chills marching in, the chanting of your region or province, people waving, and cheering.
What does competing at National Games mean to your athletes? (or, if this is your first National Games, competition in general)
Meeting new people, making new friends, and showing how hard you have worked to get to National Games.
What storylines are you excited to see develop in your SO Team BC sport team leading up to the National Games?
Athlete success stories and how hard they have worked to get to National Games.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
Just do it! You will not regret it.