Michaela Wasyliw
Michaela
Wasyliw

SPORT: Basketball

PROVINCE: Alberta

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

Ten years I have been involved with Special Olympics.

How is your life different since joining Special Olympics?

My life changed because I am learning new skills. I am learning a lot with Special Olympics and I made new friends.

What do you like most about the sport you will be competing in at Special Olympics World Summer Games Berlin 2023?

I participate in basketball, and I want to learn how to train more and be more active.

What is your proudest moment with Special Olympics?

That I went to Nova Scotia with my other team, and I won second place with my team. And when I heard that I am going to Berlin, Germany.

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

I am happy that I am on the team because I haven’t been on the Special Olympics Team Canada Training Squad before. This is my first time, and I can’t wait to go to Berlin, Germany.

What is your goal for Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023?

My goal is I want to learn how to do a three pointer and I want to train with my team.