Obadiah Shank, a freshman, who brings the ball up the court, while battling McKinleyville’s pressure and in a packed gym. He crossed half court and pulled up from Steph Curry range. Everyone became shocked when he shot it. When the shot went in, a rave came from the packed gym. This moment summarizes the impact of these games. The Special Olympics is just another example of how important sports and community is on our campus.
For the last couple of weeks, the life skills class has been holding their special olympics. They’ve played against Eureka, Mckinleyville and Fortuna. While they’ve lost every game, the way they are always ready to play, and have as much fun as they can, doesn’t change. Losing or winning doesn’t matter to them, they’re just there for the love of the game.
“It’s not about winning or losing. It’s about having fun,” senior Alya Kimmel said.
Throughout the years our life skills basketball team has always struggled. This year the team has grown so much. They’ve already scored more points every game than they ever had in the past. That growth is seen on the court but the pure enjoyment had by the athletes is what everyone appreciates so much.
The special olympics is such a fun way to watch and connect with the life skills class. They’re such a fun group to be with, and just being there helping them navigate their way on the court is such an amazing experience. Hearing them cheer for one another brings so much joy into the environment.
“It’s so fun seeing coach Charlie” senior Brooke Kencke said. Being able to support them in all different kinds of ways is so much fun and something that Charlie loves to be able to do, especially for when it comes to playing basketball.
It’s always a lot of fun watching them play, they all want to have fun and that’s what we’re all here for.
