Members of the Caldwell County Special Olympic Basketball teams enjoyed a kick-off party Monday afternoon as they prepare for the state tournament.
The teams held their practice and then were presented with an encouragement meal at the elementary school hosted by Goodman Funeral Home and Little Caesars of Princeton complete with cupcakes and drinks.
Jonathan and Shannon Goodman owners of the local funeral home said when they heard about the success of the teams and the upcoming tournament they wanted to do something to honor the teams.
click to download audioKevin Lane has a longstanding connection to Special Olympics and is also employed by Goodman Funeral Home.
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Jared Nelson is coaching the teams for the second year and feels the support from the community motivates the players to do their best.
click to download audioThe players and coaches will be departing Friday afternoon to Louisville and competing on Saturday and hopefully continue to play on Sunday. Last year they brought back a state championship.
