Special Olympics champion is a role model for others
Harry is a person with Downs Syndrome who has represented individuals with this syndrome on a local, national and international level.
Harry went to Madonna Day School and began a Special Olympic athletic career that would span two decades, making him one of the most recognized Special Olympians in this region. His favorite sports include aquatics, basketball, soccer, softball and volleyball.
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In 1999, Harry competed in his first Special Olympics International Games in North Carolina as a member of Tennessee’s soccer team. He was chosen to become a member of Team USA to compete in Dublin, Ireland.
There is much more to this story. Harry is also a champion in charitable fundraising. He has met with many local company executives to show the class and professionalism that a person with Downs Syndrome can demonstrate, given the opportunities.
Harry’s exemplary work ethic as an athlete is mirrored in his job at Schnucks, where he has been employed for over a decade. He makes it a point to remember everyone’s name that works with him at Schnucks.
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