Six Shoreham-Wading River students participated in the Long Island Region Special Olympic Spring Games held at the Plainedge High School Athletic Complex in North Massapequa on May 4.

The students were Andrew Brennan, Peter Christ, Jack Como, Lauren Golfo, Hailey Petruzzi and Sky Riekert. Students Madison Cummings and Abigail Savona were also honored by being certified for volunteering their time as assistant coaches.

A special congratulations to Peter Christ for his final participation as a Wildcat high school athlete in Special Olympics. Peter took home the gold in both the turbo javelin and softball throw.

“Every one of our athletes took home at least one gold medal,” Shoreham-Wading River High School physical education teacher Dennis Haughney said. “Congratulations on their amazing efforts."

Date Added: 5/7/2024