Sarah McCarthy

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Sarah
McCarthy

SPORT: Cross-Country Skiing

PROVINCE: Alberta

HOMETOWN: Calgary

How long have you been involved with Special Olympics?

I've been with Special Olympics for almost 20 years.

How is your life different since joining Special Olympics?

I feel like I really fit in and I've really found where I belong.

How have you been preparing yourself for competition?

I train every day to achieve my goal of doing my best.

What is the biggest challenge you have overcome in your life?

Feeling accepted – and Special Olympics has helped that.

What accomplishment are you most proud of?

I am most proud of all my hard work and the fun I’ve gotten to have travelling because of that hard work.

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

It means a lot to be chosen for the Special Olympics Team Canada 2022 Training Squad and be given the chance to represent Canada.