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Brittany Tagliareni Defines What It Means to be Relentless

She started at 16 years old, now 27, she has discovered that focusing on her game also helps with her sensory and visual issues.
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Sebastian Joynes Found Acceptance at Special Olympics

His mother knew getting active was crucial for him, but they had trouble finding the right fit—until they found Special Olympics.
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Virginia Wade

A longtime athlete who joined a ski team when she was 8, Virginia Wade skis every weekend in winter while also training in gymnastics six to 12 hours a week.
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Katy Wilson

Katy Wilson, 35, has won gold in gymnastics, and served as a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger. She has traveled the globe to share the message and spirit of Special Olympics and tell everyone that people with Down syndrome can do anything—given high expectations and respect.
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Pam Langille Named an International Global Messenger

Pam has been chosen as one of 12 Sargent Shriver International Global Messengers, serving as a spokesperson for Special Olympics.
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How Thomas Shimoda Skates Past Adversity

Thomas is fast on the ice-- really fast. At 24 years old, he has put many struggles behind him. Learn more about him.
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Special Olympics Athlete Stephanie Ching Becomes an Advocate

She met with members of Congress, including House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, to advocate on behalf of Special Olympics.
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Why Coaches Asked Matthew Grabowski to Join a Leadership Team

The role means he is involved in solutions to make all aspects of the program better for athletes. Learn how he got there.
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