Central Oregon’s High Desert Special Olympics athletes returned home with dozens of medals after competing in the Oregon Special Olympics State Summer Games in Corvallis. The local athletes combined to win 10 gold, 9 silver, and 4 bronze medals, along with several fourth-, fifth-, sixth- and seventh-place finishes during the weekend competition.

Medal Winners

In golf, Makaio, Trevor, Ryan, Scott and Zach, Stan and Ryan, and Donavan and Steven each earned gold medals. Felicity, Roy, Emilia, and Lizzie brought home silver medals, while Jonny and Eric earned bronze. Becky and Donna also placed in their divisions, earning fourth- and fifth-place ribbons.

The track and field team also turned in a strong performance. Walter won gold in the 50-meter walk, while Zac claimed gold in the 200-meter race. Silver medals went to Caleb in the 100 meters, Kris in the 200 meters, and Andrew in the 400 meters. Bronze medals were earned by Sandy in the 50-meter dash and Caleb in the 200 meters.

In bocce ball, the teams of Gavin and Liam and Raymond and Ely each earned gold medals. Stacie and Tiffany and Amber and Michelle won silver, while Cliff and Sean and Alec and Jordan finished fourth in their divisions.

Beyond the competition, athletes took part in Olympic Town, where they received free health screenings and wellness services, including vision exams. Organizers said 150 free prescription eyeglasses were ordered for athletes during the event.

Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.