Special Olympics 2003

Claire participated in another Challenge Day on May 17, 2003, which was held during the Indiana Special Olympics spring games. Click on the photos below to see a larger version.

Claire loves basketball, which is how it should be, since she's a lifelong resident of Indiana.	Here's an athlete whose name I've forgotten, dropping rings into a box. Although he was autistic, he was able to drop the rings after some encouragement.
I've forgotten this little boy's name, but not his enthusiasm and joy in participating.	Cheered on by his mother and a volunteer, he kicks a ball into a soccer goal.
With Tom's help and Jill's encouragement, Claire hits a ball with a bat. (Not shown: the ball flying through the air!)	Claire loves bowling! She often gets to go bowling with her class on field trips.
Here is a full view of the bowling setup.	Even outdoors, Claire's name was announced over a loud speaker as she received her participation medal, much to her delight.
Claire was all smiles after finishing her events.