Yesterday the boys competed in their first ever Special Olympics competition for Track&Field: Regionals at Ashwaubenon High School.
Ben placed
1st (Long Jump)
5th (100 m)
3rd (Mini-Javelin)
Jonah placed
3rd (Long Jump)
3rd (100 m)
5th (Softball Throw)
Their placements in long jump and mini-javelin/100 m qualify them for the State competition in Whitewater on June 6th-7th-8th. However, because Andrew can't get off of work for that Friday competition, we are not having them compete. This is their first time participating and truthfully, they don't quite get the excitement of competition and winning. We'll let someother kiddos from the team take their spots this year. Hopefully the boys will have another chance next year to get to State since we heard it's a pretty incredible experience.
Having said that, yesterday was a really great experience too. From the opening ceremony with the boys carrying the team banner and the lighting of the torch by athletes accompanied by policemen to the award ceremonies for each event. It was really cool to see so many happy and energetic athletes with differing abilities be able to compete and be honored and celebrated! So grateful for Special Olympics and our coaches and volunteers who made this day possible!
Jonah stopped midway in his run to look across the field :)
We didn't stay for the mini-javelin award ceremony- it had been a long day and very hot so we were all ready for air-conditioning and a Culvers treat!
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