When Andro Keck recites the Scout’s Oath, he takes every word to heart. He promises “to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.” Every … [Read more...] about Andro Keck — 2018 Special Olympics NC June Athlete of the Month
Athlete of the Month
Jacee Smith – 2018 Special Olympics NC May Athlete of the Month
“She catches the pass from the wing… she shoots… and she scores! Jacee Smith for THREE!” As the announcer shouts, the crowd goes wild cheering loudly for #25! A member of the Cherokee Central High … [Read more...] about Jacee Smith – 2018 Special Olympics NC May Athlete of the Month
Kelly Rish – 2018 Special Olympics NC April Athlete of the Month
Staring at the opposing team through the net, Kelly Rish zones in on the server. The match is almost over, the Cabarrus Thunder need one more point to win. As the server’s arm swings back, Rish gets … [Read more...] about Kelly Rish – 2018 Special Olympics NC April Athlete of the Month
Randy Talbot–2018 Special Olympics NC March Athlete of the Month
“Hey Randy!” someone shouts as Randy Talbot walks down the street. He flashes his usual huge grin and greets them with a wave before continuing on. High fives and hellos are common when Talbot is out … [Read more...] about Randy Talbot–2018 Special Olympics NC March Athlete of the Month
Pete Lewis – 2018 Special Olympics NC February Athlete of the Month
For fifty years, Special Olympics has used the power of sports to provide people with intellectual disabilities an opportunity to gain skills, find confidence and create inspiration in their … [Read more...] about Pete Lewis – 2018 Special Olympics NC February Athlete of the Month
Rodney Parker-2018 Special Olympics NC January Athlete of the Month
“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” Thirty years ago, when Special Olympics Guilford/Greensboro Athlete Rodney Parker first took the Special Olympics Athlete Oath, he … [Read more...] about Rodney Parker-2018 Special Olympics NC January Athlete of the Month
Bridget Leary – 2017 Special Olympics NC December Athlete of the Month
Behind Bridget Leary’s twinkling smile and bubbly personality is the determination of a warrior. Born with an eye condition that causes issues with her corneas, Leary has been cautious about eye … [Read more...] about Bridget Leary – 2017 Special Olympics NC December Athlete of the Month
Darren Southerland – 2017 Special Olympics NC November Athlete of the Month
Sometimes, the easiest way to make someone’s day is just to smile. When Darren Southerland walks into a room, everyone’s day gets a little brighter. In the nearly four decades that Southerland has … [Read more...] about Darren Southerland – 2017 Special Olympics NC November Athlete of the Month
Jessica Martinez – 2017 Special Olympics NC October Athlete of the Month
When swimming is your favorite sport, you do whatever it takes to get in the water. That’s exactly what Special Olympics Onslow County athlete Jessica Martinez had in mind in March of 2017 when she … [Read more...] about Jessica Martinez – 2017 Special Olympics NC October Athlete of the Month
Neal Graham — 2017 Special Olympics NC September Athlete of the Month
Just take a walk down Lonely Street to Heartbreak Hotel and you may find Neal Graham of Avery County impersonating his favorite singer, Elvis Presley. That’s exactly what he was doing when Special … [Read more...] about Neal Graham — 2017 Special Olympics NC September Athlete of the Month
