Joel Jensen

When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics? 

About 11 years ago back when I lived in Kamloops.

Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, what other National Games did you compete in, and in what sports? 

Yes, it will be my first Canada Games. We won our division games.

What were your results in the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games? How did you feel about your performance? 

We won our division in softball. I felt it was easy just because of how they made the divisions. It means a lot. It means that I need to focus more on my whereabouts.

What does being part of Special Olympics Team BC 2026 mean to you? 

It is awesome being a part of team BC. I am proud of being a British Columbian.

What is your goal for these National Games? 

To have fun and play hard to the best of my ability.

What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date? 

Just getting out there, playing the sports I love, and making new friends.

What do you like most about the sport you will compete in at National Games? 

It is my favourite sport, and I loved playing it since I was growing up.

What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved? 

It's lots of fun, and get to meet new awesome people.