My most rewarding experience was coaching the Strathcona County Special Olympics Soccer "A" team to a 2nd place finish.
The SCSO organization allows children, adolescents, and young adults with mental disabilities to partake in sports. Personally,
I have always been an advocate for everyone to have an opportunity to be involved in sport. Therefore, I decided I could use my soccer knowledge to make the players' experience enjoyable. During the tournament, the team performed extremely well, making it to finals. Although, we came up short in the final, I was impressed by the teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship of my players. Although, I struggled at times, I believe my patience and empathetic understanding influenced my players to have
The SCSO organization allows children, adolescents, and young adults with mental disabilities to partake in sports. Personally,
I have always been an advocate for everyone to have an opportunity to be involved in sport. Therefore, I decided I could use my soccer knowledge to make the players' experience enjoyable. During the tournament, the team performed extremely well, making it to finals. Although, we came up short in the final, I was impressed by the teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship of my players. Although, I struggled at times, I believe my patience and empathetic understanding influenced my players to have