24/08/2026
We’re incredibly proud of our member Sam, who is heading to Birmingham to compete in the Special Olympics Summer Games from 27–30 August 2026! 🎉
Last month, we hosted a sponsored swim to help support Sam on his journey, and what an incredible effort it was! 💙 Together, Sam and his fellow swimmers completed an amazing 1,915 lengths. The equivalent of swimming the distance between Dorchester and Shaftesbury! 🏊♂️👏
The event raised a fantastic £590 to support Sam’s participation. A huge thank you to everyone who got involved and helped make it such a success! 🙌
And now, Sam’s story has been featured on BBC South! 🎥
BBC South presenter Edward Sault visited Dorchester Sports Centre last week to meet Sam and hear all about his journey to the Special Olympics. 📺 Missed Sam on BBC South click the link for more information on his incredible story - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cewrvljw7d7o
We’ll be cheering you on every step of the way, Sam! ❤️🏊♂️
Good luck at the Special Olympics!