Celebrating Courage: San Luis Obispo Hosts Spring Sports Expo for Special Olympics Athletes
The San Luis Obispo Spring Sports Expo recently took place at Cuesta College, hosted by the Special Olympics of Southern California (SOSC). Over 600 athletes competed in track and field, basketball, and bocce during the event. This was the second consecutive year that the school has hosted this expo.
The festivities began with a parade of athletes, singing of the national anthem, reciting of the pledge of allegiance, and more. The competitions took place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and were strongly supported by local law enforcement, approximately 40 schools in San Luis Obispo County, and over 700 community members who came out to cheer on the athletes.
Special Olympics awards announcer Scott Cusick expressed his admiration for the athletes, highlighting their determination and perseverance in the face of challenges. He mentioned how inspiring it was to see them push through and strive for excellence.
Those interested in learning more about training and competition opportunities offered by SOSC can visit their website for additional information on the 12 different sports they offer across four seasons in San Luis Obispo County, Santa Maria, and Lompoc.
