Meet Ryan and Kwame from our Athletics team

Ryan Smith

From:

Age:

Sport:

What's the best thing about Special Olympics?

What's the worst thing about Special Olympics?

Losing

How much training do you do?

For these Games I trained seven days a week, gym work, track work and a bit of running in my spare time.

What are your hobbies?

I don't know if I have any hobbies apart from sport. I used to play basketball but I had to stop because of injuries. I used to do a bit of swimming and I do ten pin bowling.

Who are your sporting heroes?

Nick Willis and Peter Snell.

Who is the funniest person on the NZ team?

There's quite a few but I'd probably have to say Dean Skinner from the basketball team. He's a funny old chap. We've a few comedians on the athletics team as well.
 

Kwame Williams-Accra

From:

Wellington

Age:

20

Sport:

I run the 100m, 200m and relay

What do you like about running?

I like running because it's my sport. I also play basketball for Wellington.

Tell me about your 200m final?

I came first but I got disqualified because I changed lanes but I'm not too sad about it.

What do you think of Greece?

It's ok. It's a bit crowded but it's alright.

Who's here supporting you?

My Mum Bronwyn

What kind of music do you like?

Bow-Wow. He's a famous rapper.

Who do you want to say hello to?

I want to give a shout out to my Wellington team.