Mission, Texas- The Mission CISD (Consolidated Independent School District) Special Olympics Bowling Team brought home a total of six medals from the recent 23rd Annual Winter Games held in Austin, Texas. The count included one gold, two silver, and three bronze . More than 3,000 athletes came from across Texas to compete in one of three sports: bowling, powerlifting, volleyball.
The results from the Mission High School athletes are: Adrian Rodriguez, second place; Brandon Garza, third place; Ana Villarreal, third place; Rebecca Granados, fourth place; Hortencia de la Rosa, fourth place; Jacqueline Porcayo, fourth place.
The results from the Veterans Memorial High School athletes are: Ethan Linares, first place; Sebastian Llamas, second place; Bryan Arrellano, third place.
In addition to the bowling competition, the athletes participated in special events like the Opening Ceremonies, Athlete Village, Victory Dance, Closing Ceremonies, and various clinics and demonstrations.
Pictured are the Mission CISD team members.
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