2022-0217
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In Recognition: Coach Kenny Guedry, Special Olympics 2022 USA Games
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The Parish of St. Charles
August 1, 2022
IN RECOGNITION
WHEREAS, Coach Kenny Guedry is a native and lifelong resident of St. Charles Parish, residing in New Sarpy, Louisiana, with his wife of 38 years, Carol Waguespack. They are the proud parents of two children, Brittany Hufft and Jeremy Guedry, and proud grandparents of five grandchildren; and,
WHEREAS, Coach Kenny began volunteering with children and adults with intellectual disabilities in 2008 with the St. Charles Parish Challenger Baseball program and has been a volunteer coach with the Special Olympics since 2009; and,
WHEREAS, involvement in Special Olympics goes well beyond the ball fields and playing courts; the sense of accomplishment, fellowship, and sportsmanship empowers Special Olympic athletes to become more effective and productive family members, employees, and community members. Coach Kenny understands and embraces the impact that Special Olympics has on the athletes and all the coaches and volunteers; and,
WHEREAS, Coach Kenny was the Louisiana Swim Coach for the Special Olympics 2022 USA Games in Orlando, Florida, June 6-10, 2022 and out of more than 300 athletes, eight of his swimmers placed seventh or higher, and his team took home three gold medals, four silver medals, and four bronze medals; and,
WHEREAS, Parks and Recreation Director, Duane Foret, stated, "Kenny has given his knowledge and precious time as a Special Olympic Coach to give children and adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to learn and grow through sports related activities, and we are grateful for the impact Kenny continues to have not only on the athletes, but also the families of our Special Olympic participants in our community."; and,
WHEREAS, Coach Kenny has spent a great deal of time making a difference in the lives of these athletes. He trains and leads them on the local, state, and national level, allo...
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