Recognition
Overcoming Obstacles
Optimism
Fear
Fun Facts!
100

In 1988, Jim was honored to be a part of a baseball team for what event?

Olympics

100

Who was the dog that was not originally selected to be a part of the team, but worked his way onto it, proving himself skilled enough?

Togo

100
In Togo, what were they hopeful that they could do?

Deliver the serum to the town in need.

100

In Togo, what did the town fear would happen if the serum was not delivered?

Death

100

Where did the events in Togo take place?

Alaska

200

What was awarded to Melissa Stockwell during the Paralympic Games in 2016?

The bronze medal 

200

In the article "Standing Strong" what was the obstacle that Melissa Stockwell had to face while competing?

An amputated leg
200

Growing up, who always had optimism that Jim could accomplish what he set his mind to?

His parents

200

Jim was nervous when he finally made it to the MLB. What was he afraid of?

The pressure to succeed

200

Where did Melissa Stockwell win her Paralympic medal?

Rio De Janeiro

300

In the movie Togo, what is the name of the dog that was initially recognized?

Balto

300

What did Jim Abbott accomplish that others said he would never be able to?

Play in the MLB

300

What event did Melissa Stockwell remain hopeful that she could participate in and win?

Paratriathlon 

300

What was Leonhard crossing that could have created fear and doubt that he could make it successfully to the town?

Melting Ice

300

What was the first team that Jim Abbott played for in the MLB?

California Angels

400

What award did Melissa Stockwell receive for her injury during her service?

The Purple Heart

400

What made it hard for Jim Abbott to play baseball?

He has only one hand

400

In playing the Olympic game, Jim remained hopeful that they could win. What did his optimism lead to?

A gold medal!

400

This event created fear for Melissa Stockwell when she was serving in Iraq?

Her car was bombed

400

How old was Jim Abbott when he made it to the MLB?

21

500

Who was recognized for their accomplishments and contributions finally in 2011?

Togo

500

What did Leonhard have to deliver in order to save the town in Togo?

Medicine/Serum

500

Who is most hopeful that Togo can succeed?

Constance (Leonhard's wife)

500

Jim Abbott grew up being teased and talked down to by whom?

His teammates

500

Before joining the military, what type of athlete was Melissa Stockwell?

Gymnast