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The State Games saw the launch of 4 new regions in Western Australia, and in addition, the launch of the “Healthy Athlete
Program”. Medical clinicians travelled from New Zealand and Sydney to deliver the “Healthy Hearing” discipline and the
“Special Smiles” screening. The program was highly successful with 155 athletes tested at the clinics with a wide variety of
results determined. In “Special Smiles”, 12.5% of athletes tested received referrals for urgent treatment, and 16.2% of athletes tested at “Healthy Hearing” were referred to specialists for further treatment.
SO, Word from the WEST October 2013
In October of 2013, 160 athletes supported by 120 carers; coaches; officials and volunteers
converged on the serene and tranquil surroundings of Fairbridge Village in Pinjarra. The
weekend commenced with the Law Enforcement Torch Run supported by 120 WA Police Officers;
SOWA athletes and Shire of Murray community members, led by Commissioner Karl O’Callaghan.
The Olympic Torch Run followed a 10 kilometre route through the streets of Pinjarra and concluded
with the lighting of the Olympic cauldron at Fairbridge Village. With the official proceedings over,
the participants sat back to enjoy the harmonious sounds of performers from Akanna Entertainment
and the highlight of the night, performer Jonny Taylor.
Over the course of the weekend, athletes competed across 7 sports with 2 skill sessions offered.
SOWA
welcomes,
farewells,
thanks and
congratulates…
WA Athletes Soar at State Games 2013
Proudly supported by
Special Olympics Western Australia can now be followed on twitter
@SpecialO_WA
With a busy day on Saturday at sports and supporting
programs, all athletes, coaches, carers and volunteers
were treated to the fun and frivolity of the Mucky Duck
Bush Band on the Saturday night. Despite everybody
showing signs of exhaustion, there was still enough
energy for some heel kicking, thigh slapping and
spinning with your partner! The Mucky Duck Bush Band
performance was a highlight for everybody as athletes
danced with carers; volunteers danced with coaches and
regions dance with regions. Fun had by all!!
Right: Josef Bandera (SO South-West); Mitchell
Griffiths (SO Perth Metro North) led the final leg of the
Law Enforcement Torch Run entrance at Fairbridge
Village
SO, Word from the West October 2013
.
Thanks to all of
our supporters
for the 2013
State Games
The 2013 SOWA State Games
Opening Ceremony saw the
launching of 4 new regions in
Western Australia, supporting the
long standing region, SO Perth
Metro North.
Top Left: SO South-West region
Chair: Alex Hamilton
Flag Bearers: Jan T; Sam; Leah
Top Right: SO Perth Metro South
Chair: Yvonne Timson
Flag Bearers: Lynnette K: Adam B;
Kasey R: Kyran D: Krsna B
Left: SO Perth Metro North
Chair: Paresh Ghandi
Flag Bearers: Ella B; Jasmine S;
Kaylene
Right: SO Kimberley
Chair: Tui Savu
Flag Bearers: Helen, Tui and Sami
Bottom Left: SO Goldfields
Chair: Wayne Johnstone
Flag Bearer: Jessica V
The success of the 2013 SOWA State Games is majorly due to the support of our endless sponsors and volunteers.
Many thanks to everybody for your phenomenal support!
Thanks to our
sponsors and
supporters
Left: Three of the
team of Alcoa nurses
that assisted us over
the weekend
Right: WA Police
Officers supporting
the Law Enforcement
Torch Run
Above: Healthy Athlete Program Coordinators:
Chavon Livey, Lennon White, Jenine Doherty
Above: Umpires from the Joondalup Junior
Referees Association who supported the Basketball
SO, Word from the West October 2013
SOWA Athletes Dominated at the Games
AQUATICS
BASKETBALL
ATHLETICS
EQUESTRIAN
SOFTBALL
TENPIN BOWLING
SOCCER
CRICKET BOCCE
SO, Word from the West October 2013
SOWA’s
Notice Board
SO Celebrates 2013
Wednesday 27th November 5.30pm to 7.30pm
St George’s College, Mounts Bay Road, Crawley
Come and join in the celebrations of Special Olympics WA to acknowledge the achievements of 2013;
2013 Annual State Awards
Farewell Asia-Pacific Games Team
Graduate ALPs
Canberra Centenary Aquatics Championships
State of Origin Challenge
State Games
Athletes; Coaches; Committee members; Volunteers
You are cordially invited to attend the end of year wind up. Please wear your regional uniform and wear your
latest medals to showcase your personal achievements in 2013.
Hope to see you there!!
Nominations are now open for the 2014 Variety
Scholarships.
Do you know a talented young Western Australian
who is sick, disadvantaged or has special needs?
Every year, the Variety Scholarships are awarded to WA
children in need with a gift for the arts, sport and
education. By funding specialist tuition and related
expenses, the scholarships help young people to
overcome adversity and achieve their potential.
Scholarships can support a wide range of items and
endeavours, including:
Private tuition / coaching Specialist programs
Competition fees
Uniforms / costumes
Musical equipment
Materials and other miscellaneous items
http://www.variety.org.au/WA/How-we-help-/Variety-future-
kids/Scholarships
Please note, applicants must be under the age of 18
years as at 1 January 2014. Applications close on 13
December 2013.
2014 National Games
Melbourne, Victoria
20th October – 24th October 2014
Coaches/Assistant Coaches/Officials
Expressions of Interest
SOWA are currently seeking nominations from
interested parties to support the SOWA team competing
at the 2014 National Games.
For information packages and nomination forms, go to
http://www.specialolympics.com.au/wa
Closing date for nominations - 14 November, 2013
2014 Athlete Leadership Program
Nominations for athletes to participate in the 2014
ALPs program will open soon. Regardless if you are
metro or regionally based, if you are 16 years and over
and wish to participate in the development program,
go to http://www.specialolympics.com.au/alps/ for
information and to
http://www.specialolympics.com.au/wa for nomination
forms.
Closing date for nominations – 28 November, 2013
SO, Word from the West October 2013 SOWA’s
Spring
Season in
Sport
Special Olympics Perth Metro
South Cricket Program
,
Athletics Season 2013/14
Come along and join in on the fun of Athletics.
Learn new skills on the track and field; make new
friends and strive for personal bests!
Under the guidance of skilled and accredited
coaches, Special Olympics WA are offering two
programs in the upcoming 2013/14 season.
Tapping Primary School
87 St Stephens Cres, Tapping
Monday weekly
3.30pm to 5.00pm
Athletics WA Stadium
100 Stephenson Ave, Mt Claremont
Tuesday weekly
5.00pm to 6.00pm
For further enquiries, or to register your interest,
contact (08) 9321 3207 or email
[email protected] or visit website;
www.specialolympics.com.au
COME ALONG AND COME ALONG
AND JOIN IN ON THE FUN OF
DEVELOPING NEW SKILLS ON THE
TRACK AND FIELD
Do you want to learn new skills and be part of a
team?
Have you ever sat and watched the cricket on TV?
Well, it is time to get off the couch!!
With the support from the WACA and under the
guidance of a skilled coach, Special Olympics is
launching a new cricket program
Corpus Christi College
Murdoch Parade, Bateman
Wednesday weekly - 5.00pm to 6.00pm
$5.00 per week
For further enquiries, or to register your interest,
contact (08) 9321 3207 or email
[email protected] or visit website;
www.specialolympics.com.au
SO, Word from the West October 2013
Proudly printed by:
Mr. LUKE SIMPKINS
Federal Member for Cowan
DATE EVENT SPORTS VENUE
NOVEMBER
10th Everybody’s Game Tournament Basketball Basketball WA Stadium
22nd Community Sports-Link Ribbon Day Multi-Sport Joondalup Arena
26th Board Meeting SOWA Board SOWA State Office
27th SO Celebrates ALL TBA
28th Asia-Pacific Games Team Depart APG Newcastle, NSW
DECEMBER
1st Asia-Pacific Games Opening Ceremony APG Newcastle, NSW
3rd International Day for People with Disabilities
22nd IGA Apex Carols by Candlelight ALPs Supreme Court Gardens
SOWA
Highlights
2013 Winner: Chris Minutillo, WA Paralympic Football player, Special Olympics Australia
representative.
• Chris was one of the founding players for Cockburn City SC in the Equal Footingball Junior League.
• He has been the leading goal scorer in all three years and has even played short stints in his own mainstream age competition.
• Chris was selected in the inaugural WA state team for the Paralympic Football Nationals in 2012 and kicked the first historic goal for WA. Chris also represented WA in the 2013 Paralympic Football Nationals and was named WA’s Player of the Tournament, just missing out on the golden boot award after WA was eliminated from the finals, with three goals from four matches.
• Chris is also a player with Special Olympics WA, winning the “2012 Special Olympics Perth Metro North Junior Athlete of the Year” and in 2013, Chris was selected to represent Australia in the green and gold at the December “Special Olympics Asia-Pacific Games”.
Congratulations to Chris and proud parents Sue and Sav. A huge thanks must also go to Chris’ coach, Gordon Duus on your dedication and passion to coaching.
2013 David Cantoni Medal Recipient
Chris Minutillo- SO Perth Metro North
Chris Minutillo with Football
West CEO, Peter Hugg at the
recent WA Football Award Night
held at the Crown Perth’s Grand
Ballroom