The Special Olympics National Summer Games have been in full swing this week in Christchurch. 

Over 1200 athletes, 500 coaches, and 800 volunteers have descended on the city in one of the biggest sporting events of the year. 

CEO Fran Scholey told Piney there’s been a buzz all week. 

She says there’s been a lot of support and it’s been a great vibe. 

LISTEN ABOVE  

The Special Olympics National Summer Games have been in full swing this week in Christchurch.&nbsp;
Over 1200 athletes, 500 coaches, and 800 volunteers have descended on the city in one of the biggest sporting events of the year.&nbsp;
CEO Fran Scholey told Piney there’s been a buzz all week.&nbsp;
She says there’s been a lot of support and it’s been a great vibe.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE &nbsp;

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.

Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Fran Scholey: Special Olympics CEO on National Summer Games in Christchurch

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