Special Olympic athlete nominated Athlete of the Year
By Bernard Marker Special Olympics coach
Posted 8/13/26
I am pleased to announce that the Okeechobee County Special Olympics coaches and Athlete Leaders nominated Omar Martinez ...
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OKEECHOBEE — Okeechobee County Special Olympics coaches and Athlete Leaders nominated Omar Martinez to be selected as the Okeechobee County Special Olympics Athlete of the Year. Omar is a model athlete who always shows up on time and gives great support to all his teammates, coaches, and opponents. Omar competes in Bowling, Bocce, and Corn Hole. He will be representing Okeechobee at the Special Olympics Gala in Orlando in September. Congratulations to Omar from your teammates and coaches on this outstanding accomplishment.
