07
September
Meet Coach Randy James
Throughout his three decades of involvement with Special Olympics, SOBC – Comox Valley coach and Local Coordinator Randy James has enjoyed the...
School Sport Competition News
12
July
SOBC school sport competitions a big victory for everyone
Watching the Special Olympics BC Inclusive Schools 3-on-3 Basketball Competition hosted by Heritage Woods Secondary, parent Michelle Trovato was moved...
03
April
Special Olympics BC’s youth programs creating strong bonds
“I love watching everybody improve and seeing the athletes grow – not just in their skills, but as people. That’s one of my favourite parts of running...
30
August
Special Olympics BC youth programs: building a firm foundation for children and youth with intellectual disabilities
“Special Olympics is truly an amazing organization. It changes people’s lives. It has changed our life,” says Candy Gubbels.
Gubbels is the mother...
16
December
Successful return of SOBC school sports soccer on the Island
The second-ever Special Olympics BC Vancouver Island School Sports Soccer Tournament featured a stellar day of play by four fantastic teams!
After...
21
November
Special Olympics BC youth programs: starting off on the right foot
Special Olympics BC is committed to providing children and youth with intellectual disabilities opportunities to develop vital sport and motor skills...
08
June
Youth shine in SOBC school sports opportunities
Student-athletes with intellectual disabilities have had amazing opportunities to develop and show skills this spring through growing Special Olympics...
13
May
B.C. student-athletes hit the court at Special Olympics Ontario Invitational Youth Games
Special Olympics BC is thrilled to be sending two 3-on-3 basketball teams to compete in the 2019 Special Olympics Ontario Invitational Youth Games in...
19
November
SOBC student-athletes look to build on success of 3-on-3 basketball tournament
The sound of the basketball dribbling down the court, the squeak of shoes on the hardwoods, and the roar of the crowd as the ball circles the rim and...
20
June
Student-athletes inspire in inaugural SOBC Island 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Comox Valley and Nanaimo student-athletes with intellectual disabilities took centre stage on May 26 in the inaugural Special Olympics BC Vancouver...