2006-07-24
Author: Rae Hathaway
Yesterday saw the completion of the Special Olympics Canada 2006 Summer Games in Brandon. 1300 athletes took part. 

Brian McCorrister of Portage was part of the Manitoba contingent, as a Sports Manager for Soccer and Bowling. He says the provincial team was eager heading into the games, and performed well. Several medals were won, including a silver in baseball.

No Portage athletes were on the Manitoba team, but McCorrister's hopeful that will change. For that to happen, coaches and training are needed. 

He's impressed with the Games' organization, adding he's never seen such an elaborate set-up in 26 years of participation.