Team BC 2010

The Last Word…

Kathy — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:29:03 +0000

Chef de Mission for Team BC, Shawn Fevens, reflects on what a week it was at the 2010 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in London, Ontario!

“When the dust had cleared and the competition had wrapped up, Team BC had collected an astounding 258 medals. And perhaps even more impressive, over 200 personal best performances! Each member of the Team represented the province with pride and left nothing on the field of play. Congratulations to all of Team BC!”

And here they are – The Medals:

5 Pin Bowling– 11 Gold, 6 Silver, 5 Bronze
10 Pin Bowling– 10 Gold, 7 Silver, 3 Bronze
Softball– 1 Gold, 1 Fourth Place Finish
Soccer– 1 Gold– A Division
Swimming– 30 Gold, 40 Silver, 33 Bronze
Athletics– 17 Gold, 20 Silver, 24 Bronze
Powerlifting– 17 Gold, 7 Silver, 0 Bronze
Rhythmic Gymnastics– 6 Gold, 7 Silver, 13 Bronze

Total: 93 Gold 87 Silver 78 Bronze

And finally, a few pictures from the closing ceremonies and our final night of celebration in London!

Hightlights of the 2010 Games- Softball!

Kathy — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:38:35 +0000

On Friday night, the Team BC Grandforks softball team took on Nova Scotia in what became a nail biting semi-final. The crowds were out in force on both sides, and while the Team BC gang put up a good fight, in the end, the game went to N.S.

Grandforks Softball we salute you, your effort and team spirit is an inspiration to us all!

Results From the Final Day!

Kathy — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 03:16:46 +0000

Gold Soccer
BC Soccer Team!!

Gold Softball
BC ‘Grizzlies’ Softball Team!

Gold Track & Field
Kohler, Stacey
Johnson, Pat
Lai, Matthew

Silver Track & Field
Brannan, Ian
Gardner, Troy
Hooper, Jake

Bronze Track & Field
McIntyre, Glen
Johnson, Pat
Grey, Nolan (Three Medals!)

Gold 5-Pin Bowling
Team BC Division 3 5-Pin Team!
Team BC Division 4 5-Pin Team!

Gold Power Lifting
Bradley, Chrystal (Three medals!) (Top Female Power Lifter)
Newell, Lisa (Three medals!)
Devison, Dave (Two medals!)
Grills, Brad (Two medals!)
Wiltse, Alfred (Three medals!)
Jan Mareels

Silver Power Lifting
MacKay, Matt (Three medals!)
Mareels, Jan (Two medals!)
Devison, Dave
Grills, Brad
Devison, Dave

Swimming – Gold
BC Men’s Relay Team

Swimming – Bronze
BC Female Relay Team! (Two medals!)

More than just great athletes

Kathy — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 03:01:01 +0000

We want to send a BIG shout out to two of our finest athletes, Lawrence and Louisa.

Both Lawrence and Louisa are extrememly dedicated to their sport. They continually strive to reach higher and higher goals, but never lose sight of the fact that they are here to participate, not just to win.

Well done on a great games Louisa and Lawrence!! You were an asset to your team and your coaches are very proud of you both!

It’s the Final Countdown

Kathy — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 13:02:20 +0000

It’s hot, it’s sunny and it’s Day 5 of the Special Olympics Canada Summer Games. By tonight, the final results will be in, all the medals will have been handed out and everybody will head out for the Closing Ceremonies, and then the much anticipated dance.

Stay tuned to more from us over the course of the day. Highlights include: Power Lifting, Closing Ceremonies and lots of staff with their silly dancing!

A Note from a Coach

Kathy — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 04:29:13 +0000

Sheila Snell (pictured on the left) is head coach for the Rhythmic Gymnastics team. She has this to say about their experience here at the National Games:

“The Rhythmic Gymnastics Team has experienced such a warm welcome from the City of London. Our facility was awesome and decorated beautifully! As each of our athletes passed through the arch to perform they felt very special. The team was well prepared, so a huge thanks to their home coaches. With Dr. Laura’s help we were all prepared to do our personal best and WE DID IT!

We appreciate the volunteer support starting with our own designated assistants of Sarah and Elaine. All volunteers from Scott and Joelle though their entire team, ensured we wanted for nothing.

We reached a milestone at these games. Jane Perera (Level 4) and coach Dee Neukomm have now attended four national Games in the past 12 years. Jane has competed in all levels of rhythmic gymnastics starting with Level 1 in Sydney Nova Scotia, Level 2 in Prince Albert, Sask., Level 3 in Brandon, Manitoba and now Level 4 in London Ontario. Way to go Jane!”

Results for Friday 16th July

Kathy — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 03:07:02 +0000

Track & Field – GOLD MEDAL
Paige Norton!
Mark Davies!
Jered Bertulis!
Rene Girard!
Brayden Pawer!

Track & Field – SILVER MEDAL
Ray Lappelainen! (2 Silver Medals!)

Track & Field – BRONZE MEDAL
Avodele Caesar!
Matthew Williams!
Andrew McIntyre!
Brian Smith!
Troy Gardner!

10-Pin Bowling – GOLD MEDAL
Brayden Pawer!
Jake Huff!
Tyler Zanatta!
Chris Cohen!
Belinda Lyle!

10-Pin Bowling – SILVER MEDAL
Crystal Thompson!
Lorraine McLatchie!

10-Pin Bowling – BRONZE MEDAL
Robert Tarko!
Sarah Brown!

Swimming – GOLD MEDAL
Bard Scruton!
Craig Bakker!
Kelsey Wyse!
Karina DuPaul!
Katie Flint!
Ryan Woikin!
Ryan Kuester!
Dalton Boon!

Swimming – SILVER MEDAL
Katie Flint!
Erin Boonstra!
Brian Jorgensen!
Lance Barker!
Stuart Hawton! 11
Charlie Kain!
Karina DuPaul!
Drew Sabourin!
Stephanie Rogers!
Craig Bakker!

Swimming– BRONZE MEDAL
Corinna McKay!
Katherine Durkin! 11
Ryan Woikin!
Mark Hawksworth!
Jesse Jensen!
Michael McDonald!
Erika Barker!
Philip Carol!
Erin Boonstra!
Kristeen Cooper!
Brad Goosen!
Stephanie Rogers!
Karina McKay!

Mandy Meets Her Idol

Kathy — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:32:41 +0000

After Opening Ceremonies, when we all heard Dr Frank Hayden give a stirring speech about the importance of Special Olympics, Mandy knew one thing – she just had to meet him and say thanks.

Dr Hayden is one of the founders of Special Olympics, and this summer games takes place in the very University where he studied. Here in London, he wrote his thesis on inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities through sport, the same document that was used to establish the first Special Olympics Games in 1969.

Since then, we we all know how big Special Olympics has become, and how important it is to the people that we serve. If it wasn’t for Dr. Hayden it’s hard to believe that any of this would be possible today.

So on behalf of Special Olympics BC, we want to join Mandy in saying thanks to Dr. Frank Hayden.

Getting ready for POWERLIFTING!!

Kathy — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 20:07:43 +0000

It’s been a long week for the Team BC Power Lifting athletes. they’ve been very patient as they wait for their day of competition, Saturday, to arrive. Weighing in today, spirits were lifted as they got a tour of the arena and a chance to talk with Dr. Laura, Team BC’s resident sport psychologist.

After chatting with Dr. Laura, it was time to weigh in…

And then have a walk through of what will happen tomorrow

Of course, the bars were left weightless, as no ‘real’ training takes place the day before a competition. Power lifters have to conserve their energy and not damage any muscles so they can be at their best.

The Heat is On

Kathy — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:04:45 +0000

It’s another scorching day in London and the track team, yet again, are taking the heat. The great things is, they’re not letting it slow them down – a slew of medals have been won today, results will follow later tonight, but for now – enjoy these pictures of Team BC, bringing home the metal!

Jered Goes for it!
Kyle takes a dive.
But he recovers just fine!

Matt powers down the track

Ray and Andrew do a stellar job!

Brian takes the bronze!
Silver and bronze for the boys in blue!
Matthew is delighted with his bronze!

Jered gets the gold!

More gold for Team BC!
Special Olympic Canada CEO with 3 fine athletes, fresh off the podium!

Hugs for gold medal winner Paige!

The heat gets a little too much for Richard
After the competition, a few minutes with friends and family

Laura and her proud Mom.