Ready to rule the pool. (Photos courtesy Tiffany Wheeler-Thompson)
Local athletes made a big splash over the weekend.
Team Whidbey competed at the Washington State Special Olympics Games Saturday, cutting through the water on its way to multiple medals.
That squad was at the King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way, while another group of Whidbey athletes vied in track and field at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma.
The swim team is coached by Shari Mays, while Chris Becker leads the track stars.
Team Whidbey athletes racked up medals in Federal Way.
Bowling is next up for Whidbey’s Special Olympics athletes, starting in August at Oak Bowl.
“It’s a great way to promote “get off the screen” time for ages eight and up with a disability,” said parent Tiffany Wheeler-Thompson. “No skills needed to participate.
“Great way to meet new friends for the athletes and the families.”
To contact local coaches, email wispecialolympics@gmail.com.
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