Special Olympics Team BC 2024: Cross Country Skiing
Special Olympics BC Local
Vernon
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
2018.
Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, which other National Games were you part of and in what role(s)?
This is my second National Games. I went to Thunder Bay in 2020 and was a coach and waxing tech for the Cross- country ski team
What does it mean to you to be part of Special Olympics Team BC 2024?
I’m very proud and excited to be part of the team. I’m looking forward to supporting the athletes on their journey to and during National Games.
What is/are your goal(s) for these National Games?
To supply the best support possible. To help the athletes realize their goals.
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
In 2017 I went to Austria to watch my son and Team Canada compete at the Special Olympics World Games
What does competing at National Games mean to your athletes? (or, if this is your first National Games, competition in general)
I trust they are excited to do their best.
What storylines are you excited to see develop in your SO Team BC sport team leading up to the National Games?
That the athletes get to know each other and support each other.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
It might just be the best part of your day.