Achievements
Special Olympics Canada Summer Games National Competition of 2026
At the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games, I represented Team BC in multiple track and field events, competing through continuous rain and challenging conditions. I earned Gold in the 3000m run with a time of 12:00.39, and contributed to Team BC’s Gold medal in the 400m relay, finishing in 4:38.43. In individual events, I achieved Silver in the 400m with a time of 1:05.70, placed 6th in the 800m with 2:42.00, and finished 4th in Shot Put with throws of 8.35m, 8.66m, and 8.35m. Throughout the Games, I stayed focused, prepared, and engaged with athletes from across Canada. These national‑level results mark a major step forward in my Special Olympics journey, reflecting continued determination, dedication, endurance, resilience, and commitment in my third year of competition.
Special Olympics BC Summer Games Provincial Competition of 2025
At the 2025 Special Olympics Provincial Championships held in Prince George, I competed across multiple events in both track and field. In the 800m run, I earned a Gold medal with a time of 2:49.24, showing strong pace. In the 3km and 400m runs, I achieved Silver medals, clocking in at 12:13.24 and 1:05.53 respectively, both reflective of endurance and consistent training. I added a Bronze medal in Shot Put, throwing a solid 9.24m, and placed 5th in the Long Jump with a distance of 3.23m. These results were earned through dedicated work with the NRG Run Club and the support of the Special Olympics community. Every medal represents not just a finish line crossed, but a commitment to thriving through sport, pushing boundaries, and celebrating personal progress. This was my second year of Special Olympics.
Tae-Kwon-Do Training & Teaching - 15 Years of Discipline & Dedication
For over 15 years, Taekwondo was a central part of my life. I trained at three academies and competed in multiple tournaments throughout British Columbia, developing both physical skill and inner discipline. For last 7 of those years, I also taught Taekwondo to students of all ages, from young beginners learning their first stances to adults seeking strength and confidence. My two younger brothers and I all earned our black belts together, pushing one another as siblings and athletes. Although we all stopped our training due to the long COVID-19 pandemic, our journey through martial arts continues to inspire us.
Life on Two Wheels: Cycling as Freedom, Fitness & Focus
For me, cycling is more than a sport — it’s movement, independence, and peace of mind. I started riding around age six, and it’s been part of my lifestyle ever since. Whether I’m running errands, training for fitness, or simply enjoying a cruise through the city, the bike is my constant companion. Since 2017, I’ve tracked my rides using Strava, pushing my limits and celebrating progress. In 2023, I hit a personal annual record of 2,607 kilometers cycled, with a longest ride of 78 km and 1,431 meters elevation gain on a single day. Each ride is both a workout and a win — a way to move through the world on my terms, and build strength.
Annual Cycling Records & Life Milestones
| Year | Distance | Age | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1,800 km | 30 | Special Olympics National Summer Games |
| 2025 | 2,382 km | 29 | Special Olympics BC Provincial Summer Games |
| 2024 | 1,320 km | 28 | Special Olympics Regional Summer Games |
| 2023 | 2,607 km | 27 | Joined Special Olympics |
| 2022 | 1,778 km | 26 | End of COVID |
| 2021 | 1,570 km | 25 | Mid-pandemic riding |
| 2020 | 1,350 km | 24 | COVID onset in Canada |
| 2019–20 | 1,387 km | 23 | College Graduation, Retired from Tae-Kwon-Do |
| 2018–19 | 1,788 km | 22 | 4th year of college |
| 2017–18 | 1,314 km | 21 | 3rd year of college |
| 2016–17 | 1,496 km | 20 | 2nd year of college |
| 2015–16 | 1,460 km | 19 | 1st year of college |
| 2014–15 | 1,606 km | 18 | Final year of high school |