Physically is not a barrier

Zaim showed that won medals at Special Olympics Games world during the summer of 2011 in Athens, Greece, held on June 24 last.

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IF seen physically, Zaim Abu Zaidan Hirzan like other normal children. No one knows he has the intellectual problems (mild mental retardation).

Zaim opportunity to interview the School Alam Damai, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur recently changed the perception of special groups. She was able to speak with the order like other normal children. Speech and behavior are also polite and courteous. Heart infusion, this may be miracle of God.

Zaim was a child Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) intellectual property under the Special Olympic Games (Special Olympics Malaysia-SOM).

sweeter yet, Zaim get a silver and one bronze medals from the men’s individual event and team bowling in Special Olympics World Games 2011 in conjunction with summer in Athens, Greece, held on June 24 last.

The tournament was also attended, including participants from 188 countries representing Europe, Africa, United States and Asia.

Sports, which was introduced in 1962 by Eunice Kennedy was founded SHIVER. It is an annual event since July 20, 1968 to create international tournament for the first time in Soldie Field, Chicago, Illinois.

Bold

Sharing the victory in Athens , Zaim very happy for the opportunity to go there.

“The weather there, but in Malaysia, but I try my best. I’m brave to fight with other countries. Stiff competition I did not break the spirit to succeed, “said a parent live with their grandmother in Kuala Lumpur.

According to Zaim, he was given the opportunity to try a few games like bochee.

However, he can not show good performance in the game.

On the other hand, Zaim more striking talent in bowling.

“I love sports. My grandmother was much to tip bowling, “he smiled.

In addition to bowling, Zaim also like to draw the animation at leisure.

He added that he likes to paint to express what think.

Talent

Meanwhile, the SOM team leader, Mohd. Hussain Shukry satisfied and pleased with the success Zaim took home honors for the country. He told, the Special Olympic Games held specifically for the disabled intellectual disabilities.

“Zaim between students outstanding and successful show his ability in sports. The tournament is very special because each athlete is only allowed to participate in this tournament once in a lifetime, to provide opportunities to others, “he said.

SOM Vice President, Datuk Peter Velappan Zaim was proud of the achievement in Athens.

Peter explained, the selection of athletes for the Games take a long time.

According to him, this child will be given the chance to sample a variety of sports before their real talent is identified.

“The Story of gifted children as Zaim should be an example in the community. If we are destined to have a disabled child’s intellectual, do not need to keep them in the house. Instead, give them special education and encouragement. Therefore, I suggest these children are exposed to various types of sports, “he said.

He added that not many people know that exercise can help the development of motor skills in children’s neurological Children.

Thus, by SOM, more intellectually disabled children are talented in sports highlighted.

In an effort to encourage more opportunities for advanced intellectual disabilities in sports, Procter & Gamble Malaysia (P & G) and Tesco Malaysia has embarked on a campaign to raise funds for the SOM.

Six cents will be donated with each purchase of P & G products that take part in Tesco outlets from February 9 to March 28 next.

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