Special Olympics BC Local
Fort St. John
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
My son joined bowling, then I started to get involved.
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?
Being part of SO Team BC is a privilege and going to be a great experience. I am excited to be able to move on to National Games with a team of athletes that have earned their spot through practice and dedication to their sport
What is/are your goal(s) for these National Games?
My goal is to have our athletes perform to the best of their abilities, gain experience in their sport, and to have the time of their lives.
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
Watching my son win a medal as part of SO Team BC in 2018.
What does competing at National Games mean to your athletes? (or, if this is your first National Games, competition in general)
I just hope that they are as excited as I am!
What storylines are you excited to see develop in your SO Team BC sport team leading up to the National Games?
That our athletes are training hard, reaching any goals they have set, and that they are excited for the National Games experience.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
Once you start there is no turning back. The enjoyment of seeing the success of each athlete in their life skills and their sports make all worth it.