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Annette K. (Rutt) Lynch
Naming of the 2022 Special Olympics North America
Annette K. Lynch Lifetime Achievement Award for Coaching
In April of 2022, Special Olympics North America recognized Annette for her being a pioneer in athlete development and coach education in Special Olympics as well as her accomplishments in mainstream sport. This prestigious award is presented to an outstanding individual who has positively influenced the growth of coaching in North America, contributed significantly to the sport community, shown dedication to upholding the values of the Special Olympics Coach Education System and inspired future generations of coaches.
“The selection committee felt very strongly that naming this award after Annette would reflect how much impact she has had on the quality of coaching in Special Olympics,” says Gary Cimaglia, Senior Manager of Coaching and Sport Education for Special Olympics North America. “Although she was initially considered to be the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, the committee felt as prestigious of an honor as it would be to receive the award, naming it after her really emphasized her value to Special Olympics and the development of coaching.”
“The selection committee felt very strongly that naming this award after Annette would reflect how much impact she has had on the quality of coaching in Special Olympics,” says Gary Cimaglia, Senior Manager of Coaching and Sport Education for Special Olympics North America. “Although she was initially considered to be the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award, the committee felt as prestigious of an honor as it would be to receive the award, naming it after her really emphasized her value to Special Olympics and the development of coaching.”
Power of Unified Sports® ...The Next Legacy
Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver has been the driving force behind my love and passion for athletes with intellectual disabilities. I spent a total of 28 years with Special Olympics Inc., Special Olympics Maryland and Special Olympics North America. Thanks Tim, for making my last years with Special Olympics so meaningful. I know your mom and dad would be so proud of the legacy that you are leaving!
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