Sandy Point; 22nd Jun, 2017- With the help of their coaches and supporters in their year-round program, the members of St. Kitts-Nevis Special Olympics team look to continue their preparation for the 2019 Special Olympic Games by participating in the inaugural Master-Ur-Skills Triathlon (MUSTRI) to be held on July 1st.
"We are very excited to have the local Special Olympics Committee on board. This is such a highlight for the athletes, and we trust that it would be a catalyst for people to realize that not only do the Special Olympics provide opportunities for athletes, but it also allows them to challenge themselves, build self-esteem and lead healthier lifestyles, all within that organization,” said Denver Mike- MUSTRI Coordinator.
The team is currently in the midst of an exciting four-year journey, as the federation's athletes continue to progress through regional qualifiers with hopes of earning the opportunity to compete in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from March 14–21, 2019.
Since the establishment of the Special Olympics in 1968, the number of people with and without intellectual disabilities who are involved with the organization has been growing, but the unmet need to reach more people with intellectual disabilities is staggering, as continue to be the case in St. Kitts-Nevis.
"We see everyday all the abilities that the athletes have, and it's just amazing what they can do and what they can teach the public as well," continued Mike.
Currently in the homestretch of it's preparations for the first triathlon to span the rural communities of St. Kitts, the organizing committee continues to secure key partnerships, with telecommunications giant DIGICEL being the latest corporate entity to provide full backing of the event by granting access to a number of it's unique services.
"Our sponsors are the leading drivers behind MUSTRI’. When people see the big brands such as Hobson Enterprise, DIGICEL, St. Kitts Marriott Resort, PRIDE Sports Ltd and SKNVibes, it is important that they recognize that they are not just popular goods and services providers but they are also community partners!" Denver Mike said.
Race Day is July 1st with the action kicking off 2pm sharp at Fig Tree, Sandy Point. You can email us at mustriathlonsk@gmail.com, message and or call us at (869) 766-7796 or search for ‘MUSTRI’ on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter to "register as a team or participate as an army of one."
MUSTRI is sponsored by the St. Kitts Nevis Triathlon Federation, DIGICEL, Bike Nevis, Hobson Enterprises, Mr. X'S Shiggiddy Shack, PRIDE Sports Ltd, SKNVibes, Ciao Italiano Restaurant, Poinciana Restaurant, St. Kitts Water Sports, Daniel's Hardware, Warren Wilkins, Trevor Richards, Erania Tobin, Island Purified Water, Carambola Beach Club, the St. Marriott Resort and YOU!!
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