Having participated in one Special Olympics Virginia Plane Pull before, Shon is getting ready for his second this year. He enjoys being actively involved in helping teams pull the plane, demonstrating his commitment to community support.
For five years, Shon has been a Special Olympics athlete, competing in Soccer, Basketball, and Track and Field. He has earned multiple gold medals in the 100 meters, 800 meters, high jump, long jump, and shot put.
Inclusion is important to me because it gives me strength.
Shon Gore
Written by Alex Burns, Special Olympics Virginia Athlete