He changed the reward to a chocolate bar for everyone, and then swam the required distance. Everyone rejoiced with him - and received a chocolate bar. That is typical of the spirit within the group who are very supportive of one another. Two years ago the Canterbury branch of Special Olympics had the opportunity to put people into the Parafed Games. Forty eight Special Olympic competitors have been chosen and Teresa is among them.
Every competitor is given an award - a gold, silver or bronze medal or a ribbon.
To be selected is an achievement, and the person who gains the eighth place in a heat of eight competitors is still a winner.