Stories

We're thrilled to introduce you to some of Special Olympics BC's inspiring athletes, coaches, volunteers, and sponsors!

Leslie Bowling and Ashley Rosenberger
Special Olympics BC – Abbotsford’s Leslie Bowling says getting involved with SOBC is the most rewarding decision she has ever made. An enthusiastic...
Sandra Malku
Special Olympics BC – Richmond’s Sandra Malku is a hardworking athlete who says her favourite thing about SOBC is spending time with the great people...
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Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, Special Olympics BC programs help thousands of individuals with intellectual disabilities celebrate personal...
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Special Olympics BC – Richmond ’s Sandra Malku is a hardworking athlete who says her favourite thing about SOBC is spending time with the great people...
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Bill and Judy Zmaeff say coaching 5-pin bowling and bocce with Special Olympics BC – Revelstoke is the most fun they have ever had. Bill and Judy...
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Special Olympics BC – Golden swimmer Nicholas McClean says his greatest strengths as an athlete are he works hard and is persistent. McClean says even...
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Whether at a floor hockey game or a Local Committee meeting, Special Olympics BC – Prince Rupert Treasurer Renee Pottle ’s favourite thing about SOBC...
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Special Olympics BC – Ridge Meadows athlete Nate McNeil is passionate about elevating his performance on the track and living a healthy lifestyle...
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Special Olympics BC – Richmond ’s Jonathan Loong is an enthusiastic volunteer who loves being part of his Local’s fun and welcoming community. As SOBC...
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Hannah Bauer says being part of the Special Olympics community has been a powerful, life-changing experience. Bauer is a facilitator for Special...