A local Special Olympics coach has been honoured for her dedication.

     Swift Current swim coach Jackie Powell has been named the Special Olympic Saskatchewan Female Coach of the Year.

     The award is given to an individual who shows exceptional coaching effectiveness, personal development, leadership and contribution to the sport.

     Powell has been involved in the program for over 10 years.  She was recently named an assistant swim coach for Team Canada's contingent heading to Shanghai, China in September.

     Other local residents receiving volunteer awards included five year recipients Joanne Guppy and Viola Potter.  10 year recipients included Donna Kunnick and Paulette Wieler.