Josee Bournival
Alpine Skiing
Place of Birth: Sorel, Canada
Age: 25

Where do you live now?
-- St-Etienne-des-Gres, Quebec

What sport and event(s) will you be competing in at World Winter Games?
-- Alpine Skiing - Giant Slalom & Super G Slalom downhill

Do you participate in any other sports?
-- Swimming, trampoline, cycling, roller blading, music, reading

How long have you been involved in Special Olympics?
-- 9 years

My favorite sports team, sportsman/woman or sports reporter is:
-- Melaine Turgeon & Sylvie Frechette

When you are not training, what do you like to do: (hobby, interests, job, please describe)
-- Swimming, trampoline, cycling, roller blading, music, reading

Do you have any ambitions or dreams for the future?

Why do you like to participate in Special Olympics and in sports?
-- The atmosphere, the opportunity to travel, the "boost" to my self-esteem and the chance to make new friends.

Quote about the athlete from coach, if possible (please include full name of coach and city):
-- " The athlete that I am presently coaching has several years' experience which enables her to manage her stress and to better perform in competition. Although she sometimes seems to have her head in the clouds, Josee pays attention to the advice of her coach and is quick to perfectly execute the new skiing techniques I teach her. An accomplished athlete although her participation in alpine skiing in winter and in swim meets during the summer, Josee maintains her good physical condition throughout the year. Because of her style of downhill skiing, she is able to perform well and maintain good balance on her skis without too many sideslips."
Mario Filion, Quebec, Canada