Science Hill’s athletes take their place in front of the stage during the opening ceremonies of the Special Olympics last Friday inside the MiniDome on the campus of ETSU. Science Hill’s Kyle Marshall sang the National Anthem.
Students from Washington County cheer on their athletes from the grandstands.
The energy was undeniable inside the MiniDome on the campus of ETSU last week as athletes from around our area gathered to compete in the Special Olympics.
The event started Thursday morning with a torch run from City Hall to the floor of the Dome, where athlete Donnie Stove lit the torch to officially kick off the games. More than 600 athletes participated in Track & Field events last Thursday and Friday.
Both days featured an opening ceremony, which started with a parade of athletes. Friday’s ceremony featured a stirring rendition of the National Anthem by Science Hill’s Kyle Marshall.
The athletes from Lake Ridge Elementary prepare to march in the parade of athletes. Over 600 athletes competed during the two-day event. PHOTOS BY DAVE ONGIE
