Special Olympics Athlete of the Month: Chris Evans

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Chris Evans

Christopher Evans was honored as the Special Olympics Athlete of the Month at Monday’s Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table press luncheon.

Evans has been a part of Special Olympics for 20 years and plays several sports. His favorite is tennis. He recently won a gold medal at a tournament in Santa Maria.

“He’s a very accomplished tennis player,” said his coach, Sue McCue. “He excels as a singles player.”

Evans works at Cost Plus and with the local housing authority.

“Chris has a great sense of humor and is well liked by his coaches and his teammates,” said McCue.