Kevin Short
Sports: Hometown: Puyallup Kevin Short of Puyallup, Washington began participating in Special Olympics in 2007, competing in track and field, basketball, and bowling. He values the friendships and competitive opportunities the program has provided, especially when overcoming medical challenges that required patience and resilience. A strong student and state gold medalist, Kevin…
Colin Raymond
Sports: Hometown: Kent Colin Raymond from Kent is a student at Kentwood High School who participates in Unified basketball and track. Through the Unified program he has built strong connections with teammates and enjoys helping others succeed in sports. Colin is also active in academics and extracurricular activities, maintaining a 4.0 GPA…
Maya Frink
Sports: Hometown: Graham Maya Frink of Graham, Washington has participated in Special Olympics Washington for 10 years in athletics, bowling, and basketball and serves on both the state and Pierce County Athlete Leadership Councils!! She previously represented Washington at the 2018 USA Games in Seattle, earning two silver medals and one bronze…
Hannah Teter
Sports: Hometown: Kent Hannah Teter from Kent has been a Special Olympics athlete for three years and has also served on the Washington State Youth Activation Committee. She values the sense of belonging and confidence she has gained through the Special Olympics community. Hannah graduated with the highest GPA in her class…
Kallel Davis
Sports: Hometown: Kent Kallel Davis from Kent has been competing in Special Olympics basketball and track for two years. Through the program he has gained confidence, made new friends, and worked hard to improve his focus and athletic skills. Kallel has reached the state competition two years in a row and earned…
Erynn Siegele
Sports: Hometown: Kent Erynn Siegele from Kent is a student at Kentwood High School and is participating as a Unified partner for the first full year. Through the program she has learned the importance of inclusion and enjoys supporting and encouraging her teammates. Erynn is also a varsity athlete in both track…
Adeline Pozzi
Sports: Hometown: Kent Adeline Pozzi from Kent is participating as a Unified Partner for the first time this year. Being part of Special Olympics has helped her see the power of teamwork and inclusion while supporting her fellow athletes. She is proud to represent her community at the 2026 Special Olympics USA…
Leo Sanchz Quezada
Sports: Hometown: Kent Leofer “Leo” Sanchz Quezada from Kent has been involved with Special Olympics for two years, competing in cornhole, badminton, basketball, and track. Special Olympics has given him the opportunity to participate in high school sports and represent his school while building confidence and friendships! He is proud to have…
Koper Jones
Sports: Hometown: Kent Koper Jones from Kent has been involved with Special Olympics for two years as a Unified Partner in basketball and track. He helped start his school’s Unified basketball team and enjoys supporting his teammates while also competing on varsity basketball and track teams. Koper was named Unified Partner of…
Kya Anderson
Sports: Hometown: Kent Kya Anderson from Kent is a Unified partner at Kentwood High School and has been involved with Unified Track for one year. Through the program she has learned how to work with athletes of all abilities and enjoys being part of a supportive and inclusive team. Kya is also…