Speakers at Rotary Club

At a recent Wahpeton Rotary meeting, two individuals we support, spoke about their experiences with Special Olympics - how they enjoyed learning the different sports (bocce ball, soccer, track, etc.), going to competitions, meeting new and old friends they made at various tournaments. They displayed medals they have won. The gentleman proudly wore his hat with the many pins he had traded with other athletes at state and international competitions.

The Director and the coach for the area Special Olympics chapter spoke about how they enjoyed coaching the athletes in the different sports and seeing the camaraderie the athletes enjoyed at the tournaments.

After the athletes spoke, they were presented with Wahpeton Rotary pens and received a standing ovation! The Wahpeton Director noted how fun it was to hear them speak (after expressing how nervous they were) and inspiring to see them receive a standing ovation.