by Leslie Sundal At the 2022 Fall Games, we paid tribute to the amazing work that the coaches do year-round. Follow are 5 coaches who were awarded Coach of the Season recognition during Fall Games Opening Ceremony on November 12. Gerry Quintal – Golf – Los Angeles County North Gerry has been the head […]
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By Kim Unland The LETR for Special Olympic is honoring LASD Reserve Deputy Steve Moran and his daughter, Brittney who is a Special Olympics athlete at the 2nd Annual Charity Clay Shoot on Friday, December 2, 2022, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Reserve Deputy Moran has served the residents of Los Angeles County for
by Leslie Sundal Exciting competitions and good times closed out the 2022 Special Olympics Southern California Fall Games on Sunday. Hundreds of athletes brought their best skills in hopes of winning medals and ribbons in golf, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. Golf was hosted at David L. Baker Golf Course while all other sports took
by Leslie Sundal Day One of the 2022 Fall Games is a wrap! What a day it was! Click here to view some of the photos we collected on day one of the Games. We also talked to athletes, coaches, family members, volunteers, supporters, and fans at Fountain Valley Sports Park and here is what
By Melanie Barrios Do what you love, and you’ll never work another day in your life. Everyone has heard that sentiment countless times while preparing to go out into the work field. It is common nowadays for people to find joy in their work, but it is rare when someone strikes gold twice. Lieutenant Kellee
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By Alanna Castro “I enjoy teaching others how to play and being able to communicate with them,” says Carmina Lopez a Special Olympics Southern California athlete. Carmina and her family got started with Special Olympics six years ago after taking a trip to Dowtown Disney where she met her current bowling coach, Amy, at a
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By Melanie Barrios Being a big sister to three younger siblings is a huge responsibility that Ashley Singleton takes seriously. She knows the importance of setting the best example, so it is no wonder her siblings love her to the moon and back. Ashley was born with Down syndrome, but there’s no difference between her
Special Olympics Southern California has announced that Alta Murrieta Elementary, Trabuco Mesa Elementary, Chaparral High School, Ocean View High School, Temecula Valley High School, Vista Murrieta High School, Warm Springs Middle School, Warren High School, and UCLA are receiving national banner recognition for their efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and
By Melanie Barrios Ernie Bille has participated in many Plane Pull fundraisers, but this year is special. This year is the first time he will be participating as a recently promoted captain. He took this opportunity to build his dream team and encourage other unit commanders to come together to form their team for the
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by Kimberly Villa The City of Fontana welcomed runners back to the annual “Fontana Days Run” on June 4, 2022 after virtual races the past two years. The event includes a half marathon, 5K Run, 5K Race Walk, 5K Family Fitness Walk, and a Children’s Half Mile Dash. While the competitive, fast course of the
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