East Aurora School District 131 was well represented recently at the Special Olympics State Tournament at Illinois State University.
Eight gold, five silver, two bronze medals, and a sixth-place certificate were awarded to Tomcats.
Senior Alex Mota was a gold medalist for all events he competed in, squat, bench-press, and deadlift.
A press release reported, “We are so proud of the ways our Tomcats challenge themselves in and outside the classroom, support one another, and create and then reach their own goals to reach their fullest potential.
“District 131 is currently ranked No. 1 in powerlifting in the western suburbs.”
Two gold and two silver medals were awarded to students in the long jump category.
They were Maria Nino (gold medalist), Yuri Sanchez (gold medalist), Leslie Contreras (silver medalist) and Jhajaira Lopez (silver medalist).
—East Aurora School District 131