Special Olympics means trying new things for local athlete Chase Caron.
Caron is competing in basketball this weekend, the first time she’s competed in the sport for Special Olympics.
“For the last 12 years I’ve competed in many other sports, such as snowshoeing, track, soccer, just to name a few,” she said.
“Basketball would be a new one for me.”
Caron said she’s trying basketball this year to test her limitations.
Caron is also serving as an Athlete Ambassador during the games this weekend, which means a lot to her.
“Being a spokesperson and being a promoter and helping represent Special O and the town that it resides in,” she said.
She added for Prince George to host the games, it’s an honour for Special Olympics Prince George.
“It’s a very honouring, very humbling type of position, nonetheless, one should be proud of,” she said.
She added it gives a platform for many of the athletes.
“For example, I’m proud to help represent women as well, transgender as well, especially during Pride Month,” she said.
She hopes people will continue to participate in both these games going on this weekend, and any future Special Olympics events in Prince George.
