SPORT: Snowshoeing

PROVINCE: Ontario

HOMETOWN: Brantford

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

For approximately 10 years.

How is your life different since joining Special Olympics?

I am an athlete! I have found my power and my voice. I have made lots of amazing friends.

How have you been preparing yourself for competition?

I train six times a week.

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

When I was 10 I couldn't walk down the driveway. Now I run half marathons and I placed 2nd at the Ontario Cup last year.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

My running and my determination. 

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

Everything! I have trained six times week for the past four years to become a very good distance runner.