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Sasha: From Rich Kempster Swim Program to Special Olympics USA Games!

Nov152021
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Sasha thrived as a Special Olympics athlete, winning awards like Most Improved Athlete of 2018! After five years of hard work, Sasha recently shared some exciting news! Watch along as Sasha finds out she’s been selected for the Special Olympics USA Games ’22! (the announcement starts at 2:10!)

Her mother Yeshika shares: “It’s thanks to Tichenor that Sasha became an excellent swimmer. We are so grateful for all your support!” 

Above left, 4-year-old Sasha in occupational therapy at Tichenor, and above right, 9-year-old Sasha in our swim program!

She was eager to participate in our physical therapy fitness program, speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, and the Rich Kempster Swim Program (RKSP). It was in the pool that Sasha found her passion. There, she discovered mobility, speed, and ease in a way she hadn’t experienced on land.

After completing RKSP, she moved on to join the Special Olympics organization as a new athlete in both swimming and softball!

Sasha thrived as a Special Olympics athlete, winning awards like Most Improved Athlete of 2018!

After five years of hard work, Sasha recently shared some exciting news!

Watch along as Sasha finds out she’s been selected for the Special Olympics USA Games ’22! (the announcement starts at 2:10!)

Her mother Yeshika shares: “It’s thanks to Tichenor that Sasha became an excellent swimmer. We are so grateful for all your support!” 

Please join us in celebrating Sasha’s accomplishments and watch this space next summer as we update you on Sasha’s trip to Orlando, FL for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games!!! 

USA Games Athlete Spotlight: Sasha Cruz Makes History In Her Family
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Category: StoriesBy Paisley StocksNovember 15, 2021

Author: Paisley Stocks

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