Linn-Mar Students Win Special Olympics Gold

Congratulations to Linn-Mar students Tristan Bohn and Brianna Kelley on their Gold medal wins at the Special Olympics Iowa State Summer Games. Approximately 2,700 athletes from across the state competed at this event held on the Iowa State University Campus.

“The Summer Games are the largest Special Olympics Iowa event held each year,” said SOIA President and CEO Hal Pittman. “Athletes, their families, and coaches travel to Ames from every part of the state for this athletic competition. This is their chance to show what they’ve been training for, as well as a great opportunity for camaraderie with the greater Special Olympics community.”

Both Linn-Mar students had competed locally in April and qualified for State in the 50-yard dash and softball throw events.

At the State Summer Games, Tristan Bohn received Gold in the 50-yard dash and was 3rd in the softball throw. Tristan’s parents are Jennifer and Leon Bohn.

Brianna Kelley also competed and received her Gold in the softball throw and placed 7th in the 50-yard dash. Her parents are Sara and Doug Kelley.

Special Olympics Iowa (SOIA), a statewide nonprofit organization, provides high-quality training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities in all 99 counties of Iowa. SOIA offers 23 Olympic-style sports to nearly 11,000 athletes and Unified Sports partners year-round. Since 1968, Special Olympics has provided an inclusive culture that stresses athletic excellence, rewards determination, emphasizes health, and celebrates personal achievement.

Tristan and Brianna, the Linn-Mar community is proud to have you in the pride. Congratulations on your achievements!