16-year-old Ryan Griffin from Waterville has won silver for Ireland in the Special Olympics.
The teenager, who’s a member of Skellig Stars club, claimed the medal in the mini-javelin competition this afternoon.
Ryan, who’s from Tarmons, will be competing in the 100 metres later today.
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His parents, Adrian and Angela, and brother Gavin watched Ryan receive his medal at the ceremony in Berlin.
Adrian says his family and friends are so proud of Ryan’s achievements.
