Spring Games held at Coe College in Cedar Rapids

The East Central region of Special Olympics Iowa held their annual Spring Games April 17, 2004. Over 500 athletes participated in the wide range of events.

 

East Central Iowa Special Olympics held their annual Spring Games April 17, 2004, at Coe College in Cedar Rapids.

The blue sky and temperatures in the 80s made for a perfect day to compete outdoors.
According to Sally Briggs, East Central Iowa Area director, more than 500 athletes registered to compete in the games. This figure rose from 336 athletes last year

Spring Game Events

Track -Running Long Jump -Shot Put -Wheelchair race -25/50/100/400/800M walk -25/50/100/200/400M dash -1500M run -400M relay -Softball throw -Tennis ball throw -High jump Aquatics -25/50/100yd freestyle -25/50/100yd backstroke -25yd breaststroke -100yd freestyle relay -100yd ind. medley

Opening Ceremonies commenced at 9a.m. with many awards given to athletes and volunteers. Briggs presented the award for youngest athlete competing to Stephen Teslik at just 8 years old. The oldest athlete competing was 93 years old.

Briggs named Michelle Madorin and Diane Hodge coaches of the year.

Many events took place at the Coe College track. Athletes competed in many Olympic games, as well as, specially designed games for Special Olympics. Events included the men’s and women’s 100m dash, wheelchair races, and men’s and women’s softball throw.

Events also took place at the Coe College pool area. Events included a 50yd freestyle, 100yd backstroke, and a 100yd individual medley.

Many athletes advanced to the state games in Ames , Iowa held from May 20 - 22.

Athletes
Spectators
Volunteers