Three Powell River swimmers and their coach travelled to Prince George from July 10 to 13 to participate in the Special Olympics British Columbia provincial summer games, where they all medalled.
According to coach Melissa Furlotte, after two long days in the pool, the BC Special Olympics-Powell River athletes came away with 14 medals between them.
Lynn Hilton won four medals, including gold in the 200-metre freestyle, gold in 50-metre breaststroke, silver in 100-metre freestyle and bronze in 50-metre freestyle.
Grayce Hilton brought five medals home, including gold in 200-metre freestyle, silver in 100-metre freestyle, silver in 100-metre individual medley, bronze in 50-metre breaststroke, and bronze in 50-metre butterfly.
Erika Baker received five medals, including gold in 400-metre freestyle, gold in 100-metre individual medley, silver in 200-metre individual medley, bronze in 200-metre backstroke, and bronze in 200-metre freestyle.
“Their performance at the pool is representative of all their hard work and training throughout the 2024/2025 swim season,” said Furlotte.”
All three swimmers are hoping to earn a spot on Team BC for the 2026 Nationals hosted in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
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