Belinda Loves to Run
December 26, 2011 by deb · Leave a Comment
Ten year old Belinda Scott has found her calling in life and it is to run. Belinda just loves to run. According to Belinda’s mum Gillian, “The highlight of Belinda’s week is running training and during the summer Little Athletics and in the winter, Cross Country. Belinda’s only concern in life is that she will be late for running!” Read more
Athletics Summer Program 2011/12
June 7, 2011 by sosuns · Leave a Comment
Special Olympics Upper North Shore does not currently run it’s own athletics training. All of the local Little Athletics Associations in the Upper North Shore Region happily accept registrations for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Parents are however, asked to supervise and help their child each week.
Athletes who participate in weekly Little Athletics training are eligible to participate in all Special Olympic Regional and State competitions provided that they are registered with Special Olympics.
Nathaniel and Mathew Run, Throw and Jump at the State Athletics Carnival
June 6, 2011 by deb · Leave a Comment
Nathaniel enjoys racing
At the recent SONSW State Athletics Carnival Nathaniel Quan and Mathew Phelan had a fantastic day demonstrating their allround athletic skills. From running races to throwing and jumping events the athletes enjoyed competing against their Special Olympics friends.
Nathaniel won silver in the 4 x 100m relay race, silver in the long jump, bronze in the 200m, bronze in the 400m and 5th place in the 100m.
Mathew, aged only ten and a newcomer to athletics, won gold in the softball throw, gold in the standing long jump, silver in the 50m run and bronze in the 100m run.
The parents of both athletes emphasised how much they enjoy the thrill of competing and making new friends at the carnivals. “Mathew’s self esteem really receives a boost as he returns home from a carnival where he has spent the day competing in an atmosphere of acceptance and fun,” says Paul, Mathew’s Dad.
SOSUNS encourages all parents and athletes to keep an eye out for the carnivals being held most weekends and GET INVOLVED! Carnivals cater for athletes of ALL abilities!
Nathaniel Runs and Jumps for Bronze
May 18, 2010 by deb · Leave a Comment
Nathaniel wins bronze
Nathaniel was SOSUNS only representative in the athletics and he did a great job.
Nathaniel loved the atmosphere of athletes focused on competition but still ready to be friendly and have fun. He had a fantastic time, meeting up with old friends and making loads of new ones as well.
Nathaniel won bronze in the long jump and 4×100m relay and came 4th in 100m and 200m.
Nathaniel and AWD supporters
A highlight for Nathaniel was the closing ceremony where he enjoyed dancing in front of the band. Patting the beautiful white police horses was also a highlight for Nathaniel.
Nathaniel is a SOSUNS All Rounder
Who feels like a game of tennis or softball? What about golf, ten pin bowling or cricket? Would you like to go sailing or perform with your dance group? How about a few races, 100m , 200m, 400m or perhaps you would prefer long jump? Amazing SOSUNS athlete Nathaniel, does all of this every week!
