Cavanagh named Special Olympics coordinator for Brunswick Co. Special Olympics North Carolina (Source: SONC) By WECT Staff | March 4, 2021 at 2:07 PM EST - Updated March 4 at 2:07 PM
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Diane Cavanagh has been named the local Special Olympics program coordinator for Brunswick County effective immediately, according to Special Olympics North Carolina President/CEO Keith L. Fishburne.
“In this volunteer position, Cavanagh will assist in the implementation of Special Olympics activities within Brunswick County by leading a committee that will provide sports training, competition opportunities and health and wellness initiatives for children and adults with intellectual disabilities,” a news release states. “She will assist in recruiting, training and managing volunteers and work to increase athlete participation as well as raise funds in support of the program.”
Sue Paterno, a longtime Special Olympics Pennsylvania supporter and board member, joined more than 1,600 people in taking part in a virtual “Polar Pop” challenge this week.
The virtual event asks supporters to pop a balloon filled with ice water over their heads to raise money and support for Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
Adorned in a Penn State poncho, Paterno took part in the challenge alongside Matt Prosek, a Centre County Special Olympics volunteer and athlete. Noting she doesn’t like the cold, Paterno strapped on a Darth Vader helmet before taking the plunge.
“I love the athletes and I love what we do with them,” Paterno said.
Sue Paterno, a longtime Special Olympics Pennsylvania advocate and Penn State’s No. 1 sweetheart, joined more than 1,600 people in taking part in a virtual “Polar Pop” challenge this week.
The virtual event asks supporters to pop a balloon filled with ice water over their heads to raise money and support for Special Olympics Pennsylvania.
Adorned in a Penn State poncho, Paterno took part in the challenge alongside Matt Prosek, a Centre County Special Olympics volunteer and athlete. Noting she doesn’t like the cold, Paterno strapped on a Darth Vader helmet before taking the plunge.
“I love the athletes and I love what we do with them,” Paterno said.