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Victoria Pollitt

Victoria Pollitt is a writer, reporter and video journalist based in England. She has worked for major newspapers and broadcasters and has a passion for human-interest stories.
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Two basketball players stand in front of signs at Unified Basketball Camp
Athletes

‘Basketball was our Language’—Brother and Sister Star in the World’s First International Unified Basketball Camp

Mer and Amira were among 40 Special Olympics players and Unified Partners from Finland, Bulgaria and Lithuania taking part.
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Three basketball players stand together in front of signs
Athletes

Life-changing Benefits of Basketball with Special Olympics Hellas and Panathinaikos AKTOR

“Basketball has changed my life and I am proud to be a part of this family.”
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A group large of basketball players stand together smiling on court.
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Special Olympics Celebrates Unity, Courage, and Friendship with European Basketball Week 2025

More than 25,000 players from over 35 countries will compete across 250 events between 25 November and 3 December.
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