Trevor Campese
Local Community
Kamloops
When and how did you get involved with Special Olympics?
I started in Prince Albert, SK in 1997. My mom found out about Special Olympics and got me involved with floor hockey because I liked hockey.
Will this be your first Special Olympics Canada Games? If not, what other National Games did you compete in, and in what sports?
Yes, this is really my first Summer Games. I was an alternate for swimming for the 2002 Summer Games in Prince Albert when I still lived there, but I did note get to compete.
What were your results in the 2025 Special Olympics BC Summer Games? How did you feel about your performance?
Our bocce team won Bronze. I was proud of how I played and my team.
What does being part of Special Olympics Team BC 2026 mean to you?
It's exciting to me to represent my province and travel to Medicine Hat.
What is your goal for these National Games?
To compete hard and try for a medal in bocce. It is also to make a few new friends.
What is your favourite Special Olympics experience to date?
Playing hard and winning a number of Silver and Bronze medals over many provincial Winter Games in floor hockey.
What do you like most about the sport you will compete in at National Games?
I get to be physically active and be with my bocce team.
What would you say about Special Olympics to encourage someone to get involved?
It's like a big family with good coaches that challenges you to get better at your sport.
Please tell us a little bit more about yourself! What else would you like people to know about you?
I love cats and dogs, music and dancing. I enjoy visiting with my relatives. I like video games and watching movies.