At its annual Night of Champions, Special Olympics New Jersey honors and celebrates outstanding individuals and groups.
In the year leading up to the big event, award candidates are identified and nominated by their peers. These nominations are reviewed by a committee, and finally the award recipients are revealed. Awards categories include 13 outstanding county athletes, several volunteers, spirit awards, Special Olympics New Jersey Hall of Fame, Law Enforcement Torch Run Hall of Fame, and a Lifetime Achievement award.
The Outstanding Athlete award recognizes Special Olympics New Jersey athletes who have shown determination and dedication to training and an increased proficiency in any sport at any competition level. The award was presented by Morris and Sussex Counties County Coordinator, Betty Lunn.
“Teresa Kelly is celebrating 30 years as a Special Olympics athlete and has tried many sports. She most recently settled into Bocce, Cross-Country Skiing, Track & Field and was an Equestrian athlete for 13 years.
Special Olympics has been an integral part of her life, keeping her healthy & active through the years. Teresa can be found most days attending a day program with her friends at Sussex County Arc.”