Campbell RiverB次元官网网址檚 Hazen B次元官网网址淏lazinB次元官网网址橞次元官网网址 Meade has been earned this yearB次元官网网址檚 Athlete of the Year Award by Special Olympics Canada.
Meade has been a Special Olympics British Columbia athlete for 25 years, participating in swimming, snowshoe, softball, club fit and athletics. Throughout his career, Meade has won two medals for Team Canada at World Games and has also earned 16 medals at National Games.
Meade formally received his award on Dec. 2 at the 33rd National Awards Night hosted virtually on TSN. Each year, Special Olympics Canada recognizes athletes, coaches, and volunteers from across the country who exemplify the spirit and essence of the movement.
Meade has been taking part in SOBCB次元官网网址檚 Provincial Challenge Games during the pandemic. This seven-week physical activity challenge encourages athletes to get physically fit and participate in healthy behaviours to earn points for regional teams. Meade has been an B次元官网网址渙utstanding participant,B次元官网网址 averaging more than 74 points a week, according to Special Olympics Canada.
He has also been helping fellow athlete, Ashley Adie, with her training for Special Olympics World Games 2022.
B次元官网网址淗azen sets an amazing example of the true spirit of teamwork,B次元官网网址 according to a Special Olympics Canada press release.
More coverage to follow.
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