Volunteers getting their assignments from one of the
coordinators.
SWIMMINGLY SUCCESSFUL VOLUNTEERISM
Sunday,
April 7, 2013, marked the second annual SO-SLU Special Olympics Swim Meet held
at the Mid-County YMCA. 51 athletes
participated in the meet as preparation for their Area Meet coming up at the
end of April. With various heats for of
divisions for children through older adults, volunteers helped each swimmer get
to their lane, record times, and serve as judges as preparation for
disqualifications in later meets.
Occupational
Therapy students helped represent the volunteers hosting the meet. Volunteers had the opportunity to interact
with all ages and cheer on the swimmers in support. A group of volunteers had the privilege to
honor each athlete with their designated metal.
The excitement and appreciation the athletes and their families shared with
the volunteers made the whole day a resounding success.
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