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  Derrick Green of Supply will compete as a member of the Brunswick County five-on-five basketball team in the 2005 Special Olympics North Carolina Basketball Tournament in Greenville, March 18-20. This tournament will bring together nearly 1,000 athletes from 45 counties and agencies statewide.
Derrick's passion for basketball is unmistakable on the court. In the past three years, he has helped the Brunswick Hawks claim two gold medals and one silver medal at state-level tournaments. Recently, Derrick was able to shoot hoops with the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats at a basketball clinic held for Special Olympics athletes..
"Keith Bogans told me when I was dribbling against him that I got game," said Derrick. "I was like 'Oh my gosh!' I was proud of myself."
Derrick has worked hard to sharpen his skills and become a better competitor on the court. While he hates to lose, Derrick makes an effort to show sportsmanship to his opponents during games.
"Derrick loves to compete," says Anita Dwyer, Brunswick County local coordinator. "With the support of his coach, Tom Connolly, Derrick has really moved forward as a great all-around athlete."
In addition to his involvement with Special Olympics, Derrick is a member of the grounds crew at Brunswick Community College. He also attends continuing education courses at a vocational school to develop his job skills.
Nominate an athlete to be featured in an Athlete Spotlight. Contact Erin C. Miller, at 1-800-843-6276, ext. 110.
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