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Special Olympics

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By: Shannon Lebrun

I have been in Special Olympics since 2001.  I have participated in different sports over the years such as; curling and bowling.

I also used to play bocce and 10-pin bowling. I have received awards for most improved. During the Summer Games in 2021,

I competed in 5-pin bowling.

I also competed in the Summer Games again in 2023 in 10-pin bowling.

Even though I have been bowling for six years, I didn’t always feel I was a great bowler. But yesterday, for the first time since I’ve been 5-pin bowling, I got a score of 180!

Friends, don’t give up! Keep trying and you will feel good about reaching your goals.

I feel proud of all of my hard work. Curling has not started up yet, but I continue to bowl on Sunday nights. I also go to Galaxy Bowling every month. I feel great when I am done. I am pleased that I tried my best and I reached my goal.

I love hanging out with friends from Special Olympics. I go to the Christmas and Awards dances and enjoy spending time with everyone.

I love my coaches. They are kind, caring, and funny. They are always there to help and listen to me if I have a problem. The coaches interact with all of us and share great tips as well.

As you can see, Special Olympics has been an important part of my life!

 

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