Special Olympics accomplishments: Athlete Leadership Program graduate in 2001…attended the Law Enforcement Torch Run Kick-off ceremony in Richmond, Va. in 2002.

Favorite food: Baked chicken and noodles

Favorite Teams: Dallas Cowboys (NFL), New York Knicks and L.A. Lakers (NBA) and New York Yankees MLB)

Job: Wendy's Restaurant in Virginia Beach on the Cleaning Crew

Quotes from Donte: "When I was only 18 years-old I won my first gold at 1999 State Championships in Virginia Beach for Volleyball. I really enjoy Virginia Beach because I have more friends and coaches here."

Additional information: Donte credits his "main man" David Sutton for showing him the ropes. "I am very grateful to him," said Donte.

Other Interests: Donte also enjoys competing in his Church Adult Volleyball League at Green Run Baptist, serving as a Youth Helper for Church Summer Trips, going to mall and watching the New York Knicks.

Donte also enjoys building websites: Below are links to a few of his sites:
Donte'(Harlem World Superstar) Fleming aka Young Rocker Gunz http://community.webtv.net/DonteFromVA/DontesUnitedStates
http://community.webtv.net/DonteFromVA/DontesTrueLifeabout
http://community.webtv.net/DonteFromVA/SpecialOlympics



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