Cindy Hernandez
Sports: Hometown: Kent Cindy Hernandez Hernandez from Kent has been competing in Special Olympics track and field for the past year. She has pushed herself to try new challenges, including overcoming stage fright and learning a new sport. Cindy was part of a relay team that broke the Washington State meet record…
Jacki Borroel Diaz
Sports: Hometown: Kent Jacqueline “Jacki” Borroel Diaz from Kent began competing in Special Olympics last year in badminton and track. Through the program she discovered a love for being part of a team and gained confidence as an athlete. Her coaches recognized her determination and positivity by awarding her the Resilience Award!…
Ray Thomas-Mullen
Sports: Hometown: Kent Jeremy “Ray” Thomas-Mullen from Kent competed in Special Olympics for the first time last year in badminton, basketball, and track. Being part of the program has given Ray the chance to experience high school sports, make new friends, and grow as a teammate. Ray is proud to compete on…
Honey Sychtysz
Sports: Hometown: Kent Honey Sychtysz of Kent, Washington has been involved with Special Olympics for two years, coaching Unified Corn Hole, Badminton, Basketball, and Athletics. As a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant with the Kent School District, she has helped grow the Kentwood High School Unified program to twice its original size,…
Breanna Gentry
Sports: Hometown: Montesano Breanna Gentry of Montesano, Washington has coached Special Olympics since 2008 across numerous sports and currently serves as her team’s Program Coordinator. Inspired by her son’s journey as an athlete, she has dedicated herself to building opportunities that create confidence, growth, and lasting friendships. A former college softball player…
Abby McLean
Sports: Hometown: Normandy Park Abigail “Abby” McLean of Normandy Park, Washington has been involved with Special Olympics for four years, competing in athletics along with bowling, basketball, softball, and pickleball. Sports help her stay healthy and active while building friendships and teamwork. Abby competed for three years on her high school track…
Anthony Mercado
Sports: Hometown: Kent Anthony Mercado from Kent became a Unified Partner in track in 2025 and quickly discovered a passion for the program! He is a varsity cross-country runner and helped his team break the state meet record in the Unified sprint medley relay. Through sports he has built friendships and learned…
Stewart Kunzelman
Sports: Hometown: Kent Stewart Kunzelman of Kent, Washington has coached Unified Sports since 2022, leading teams in cornhole, basketball, and track and field at Kentwood High School. A longtime coach and special education paraeducator, he is passionate about building inclusive, competitive programs where all students feel valued and connected to their school…
Sawyer Wiggins
Sports: Hometown: Maple Valley Sawyer Wiggins from Maple Valley has been involved with Special Olympics since 2016, competing in track and later joining the basketball program. Through sports he has built strong friendships, created lasting memories with teammates and coaches, and found a place where he can compete doing what he loves.…