Among the likes of Arnold Schwarzenneger, Kristine W., and Melissa Joan Hart, another celebrity has been spotted at the 2001 Special Olympics World Winter Games Alaska. The Coca-Cola Polar Bear visited athletes at the Floor Hockey venue Tuesday and also made an appearance at the Celebrity Ski Invitational at Alyeska Resort. The Coca-Cola Polar Bear, who stands approximately eight feet tall and weighs 300 pounds, is a highlight for many athletes. Torches, pins, coins, books and commemorative bottles are to be featured among the memorabilia.
Athletes can sign their names and write personal messages to their teammates.
Two of nine sections will be kept at Special Olympics Town, while the other sections will be available at each of the competition venues. Following competition, the entire wall will be reassembled for the athletes Victory Dance at George M. Sullivan Arena at the Closing Ceremony on March 11.