Student Earns Gold Medal in Inaugural Special Olympics Competition

Kendall Young's victory highlights LSC-Montgomery's commitment to inclusive athletics.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:08pm

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Kendall Young, a student in the lifePATH program at Lone Star College-Montgomery, has earned a gold medal at the inaugural Special Olympics competition. Beyond his own success, Young also spent the morning volunteering to assist during the Division 1 shooting events, demonstrating the sportsmanship and selflessness embodied by Special Olympics athletes.

Why it matters

This achievement highlights LSC-Montgomery's ongoing efforts to create inclusive athletic opportunities where all students can engage, grow, and reach their full potential. The Special Olympics movement aims to foster acceptance, respect, and empowerment for individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power of sport.

The details

In his first-ever Special Olympics competition, Kendall Young earned a gold medal, reflecting the dedication and spirit of the LSC-Montgomery Special Olympics team. His leadership and sportsmanship, including volunteering to assist during other events, exemplify the values of the Special Olympics athlete oath: 'Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.'

  • The inaugural Special Olympics competition took place on April 11, 2026.

The players

Kendall Young

A student in the lifePATH program at Lone Star College-Montgomery who earned a gold medal at the inaugural Special Olympics competition.

Brett Boswell

The manager of sports and recreation and coach for the LSC-Montgomery Special Olympics team.

Lone Star College-Montgomery

The college that Kendall Young attends and where the Special Olympics team is based.

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What they’re saying

“This milestone speaks volumes about the dedication and spirit of our LSC-Montgomery Special Olympics team. In his first competition, Kendall's achievement is truly inspiring and sets a strong foundation for what lies ahead. It reflects our ongoing commitment to creating opportunities where every student can engage, grow, and reach their full potential.”

— Brett Boswell, Manager of sports and recreation and coach for the LSC-Montgomery Special Olympics team

What’s next

The LSC-Montgomery Special Olympics team plans to continue training and competing in future Special Olympics events, building on Kendall Young's inspiring gold medal performance.

The takeaway

Kendall Young's gold medal victory at the inaugural Special Olympics competition showcases the power of inclusive athletics to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and foster a spirit of sportsmanship, acceptance, and community.