Benjamin Norris is a Special Olympics Virginia Bowling athlete from Blacksburg, Virginia. He has participated within the Special Olympics organization for 24 years. Outside of Bowling, he has participated in Special Olympics athletics, swimming, softball, basketball, bocce, and running and walking clubs. Benjamin views Special Olympics as practically his second family, and has contributed to his success in life in various ways. This organization has helped Benjamin with his self-esteem and self-confidence and most of his friends come from Special Olympics.