National Games - A Volunteer’s Account

May 21, 2010 by deb 

Gavin with his soccer players

Gavin with his soccer players

I have just spent one of the best weeks of my life in Adelaide as a carer for the NSW State Softball team. 

Jack with his swimmers

Jack with his swimmers

 

 

 

 

I must admit to being a little apprehensive before going to Adelaide about the workload that would be involved in caring for 13 athletes.  

Brandon, swim coach, with his brother James

Brandon, swim coach, with his brother James

Now I can honestly say that I was so busy having a great time that I barely noticed the work at all.  And anyway, any caring to be done was a pleasure and a privilege!

Paul and Gavin enjoy the opening ceremony

Paul and Gavin enjoy the opening ceremony

 

 

 

 

I had such a brilliant week!  These athletes have such brilliant senses of humour.  They can find something to laugh about in any situation.  I spent my week with the most genuine, talented, humerous and friendly group of people!

Elissa and Jimmy high five again!

Elissa and Jimmy high five again!

I highly recommend anyone take the opportunity to volunteer for Special Olympics.  You will not regret it!

Deb Frost
schools and Community Manager
Special Olympics Sydney Upper North Shore
debfrost@bigpond.com.au
0424 403 065

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