Atletas
Los atletas son el corazón de Olimpiadas Especiales. Nuestros atletas son niños y adultos con discapacidad intelectual de todo el mundo: ¡5,6 millones y seguimos sumando! Encuentran éxito, alegría y amistad en nuestra comunidad global. ¡Y además se divierten muchísimo!
Unstoppable Determination: One Athlete's Journey of Passion and Love for Sport
For the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), Special Olympics is celebrating athletes like Michal Dolinsky!
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Martim's Football Journey with Special Olympics and Sporting Clube de Portugal
Martim Maia is a Special Olympics Portugal athlete whose life changed when he discovered his love of football. Discover Martim's journey and the perspectives of those around him in this feature video, supported by UEFA.
Special Olympics Athlete Drives with His Passion, Delivers as Independent Provider
In January 2024, after five months of hard work, Antrone “Juice” Williams received his Non-Medical Independent Transportation Provider license, something he takes great pride in.
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MATP Makes a Splash with Special Olympics Middle East/North Africa Region
The SO MENA MATP Coach event was conducted in Kuwait from September 6 – 10, 2024.
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Daina Shilts Reported on Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 for ESPN
Daina Shilts is a Special Olympics North America snowboarder who has worked with ESPN as a sport reporter at previous Special Olympics World Games, Special Olympics USA Games, and other large sporting events.
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Special Olympics not only uplifts and champions athletes on the field of play, but also supports athletes in their professional careers.
Patrice Jetter
With over 100 medals won from Special Olympics, Patrice Jetter is an accomplished athlete. From bocce, to bowling, cheerleading, figure skating and gymnastics, she proudly displays medals from each sport, each victory on her wall.
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EsmeeAnne Becomes First Special Olympics Athlete from Europe to Complete a 70.3 IRONMAN
On 1 September 2024, Special Olympics Netherlands athlete EsmeeAnne de Meulmeester ran, swam and cycled her heart out to complete a half IRONMAN in Duisburg, Germany.
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Special Olympics Jamaica Athlete Named to Global Athlete Leadership Role
Special Olympics Jamaica athlete David Duncan's thoughtful demeanor and strong leadership skills are large reasons he finds himself as the newly named chairperson for the Global Athlete Leadership Council (GALC).
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From the Red Carpet to World Winter Games Turin 2025!
Elisa Parutto made one dream come true when she walked the red carpet at the Venice International Film Festival last week with fellow athlete and accomplished actor Gabriele Di Bello. Now, she looks forward to bringing another dream to life when she competes in DanceSport at the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025!
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Kiera Byland BEM: My Year of Advocacy and Inclusion
Kiera Byland BEM shares her journey since being elected as Global Athlete Congress Chair during the World Games in Berlin
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How Far Will You Go for Inclusion?
Dedicated Kenyan Athletes and Coaches Traverse Long Distances Just to Attend Weekly Trainings
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