Barbie Conway

Special Olympics Team BC 2020: Cross Country Skiing
Barbie Conway

Special Olympics BC Local:

Prince George

Hometown:

Prince George

When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?

1989 and with Dee Neukomm.

Will these be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, which other National Games did you compete in, and in what sports?

No this is not my first. I have been in four others.

What were your results in the 2019 Special Olympics BC Winter Games? How did you feel about your performance?

One medal and I felt I did well.

What does it mean to you to be part of Special Olympics Team BC 2020?

Proud to be part of the team.

What is your goal for these National Games?

To do my best!

What does competing at National Games mean to you?

It mean I have done what I set out to be part of as a team member.

What do you like most about the sport you will compete in at National Games?

Being out in the fresh air and seeing nature.

What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?

Going to World Games.

What would you tell someone about Special Olympics to encourage them to get involved?

You get to meet a lot of different people from around the world and see the other coaches in different teams.

What other Special Olympics sports do you participate in?

Swimming, golf and Club Fit.

Please tell us a little bit more about yourself! What else would you like people to know about you?

I love the Prince George Cougars and I enjoy cooking. Also I babysit for extra money.

What is one word you would use to describe yourself? :)

Happy!