Illinois Delegation for 2019 World Summer Games Name: Amanda Shumaker World Games Sport: Bocce Age: 28 Hometown: Galesburg Role at World Games: Athlete Background: Amanda has been competing in Special Olympics since 2009 in athletics, bocce, softball, swimming, golf, volleyball, flag football, and bowling. Accomplishments/Awards: In 2014, Amanda attended the Special Olympics USA Games in New Jersey, where she competed in bowling. Summary of Impact Special Olympics Has Had on You/or Your Family: Amanda is a natural when it comes to sports; she works extremely hard to be the best she can be on and off the playing field. She is looking forward to making friends with people from all over the world, representing Illinois and the United States!
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