The Caldwell County Special Olympics athletes enjoyed a triumphant weekend at the state competitions in Richmond, securing a total of 20 medals.
Roy Gene Rogers told WPKY’s News Edge that a group of seventeen athletes and nine adults departed from Princeton on Friday morning, traveling by bus to Richmond for the competition.
He mentioned that the competition resumed on Saturday morning at 8:00, with events taking place every 10 to 15 minutes. Rogers shared that their athletes performed exceptionally well.
According to Rogers, they had an incredible time in Richmond. He mentioned that the athletes attended a dance and visited the memorial of a Princeton native and law enforcement officer who was tragically shot in line of duty in 2022.
click to download audioRogers shared that the Caldwell County Special Olympics athletes will now begin practicing for upcoming sports competitions.
click to download audioHe said the Caldwell County Special Olympics has a total of 24 athletes.
click to download audioRogers mentioned that anyone interested in joining the Caldwell County Special Olympics can reach out to Vickie Purcell, Lisa Hudson, or himself. He said they would be happy to get them signed up and prepare the new members for practice and competitions.
