Special Olympics Athletes from the Hi-Line Head to Butte for State Tournament

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By KFBB News Team

Story Published: Nov 5, 2009 at 7:39 PM MDT

Story Updated: Nov 5, 2009 at 7:39 PM MDT

Some Special Olympics athletes from the Hi-Line are gearing up for a big weekend.

The Havre Blue Ponies headed from Havre Thursday morning through Great Falls, and on to Butte. There, they'll take on the best teams from across Montana for the annual special Olympics Montana Basketball Tournament.

Coaches and players for the Blue Ponies say they're excited about their prospects this year.

Coach Shaylee Lewis says, "Very competitive. They're in a normal bracket like any other tournament, and they compete really hard. Our team has improvised by leaps and bounds over the last three years that we've done it and just owe it to the coaches and work ethic."

Athlete Patrick Ahern says, "My personal favorite part is probably hanging with my family."

Opening ceremonies begin Thursday evening in Butte.

The games kick off Friday and run through Saturday.

Monday, Nov 9 at 7:38 PM Stephanie Coon wrote ...

My daughter, CallieAnne has participated in the Special Olympics in 6 different states across the USA and NONE of them are as AWESOME as Montana State Special Olympics. Montana residence by far are the best Special Olympics supporters in the Nation. We are proud to live and participate in the MT state Special Olympics!

Monday, Nov 9 at 5:35 PM Mandy Hansen wrote ...

Hi Chris, Thank you for taking the time to interview our athletes. YOU MADE THEIR DAY. They work so hard. They all won GOLD medals. They are so proud of themselves, and we are proud of them. The Havre coaches, families, and our great community who are such a great support in helping make this happen...

Sunday, Nov 8 at 4:29 PM Clarice Buskirk wrote ...

Good job recognizing the "Special Olympic Athletes".It means a lot to the players...

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