Stories From the Field of Play
Win or lose, our athletes leave it all on the field. Read more about their triumphs, trials and trainings here.
Athletes and coaches, share your story at the bottom of the page!
Athletes and coaches, share your story at the bottom of the page!
Special Olympics Athletes Become Assistant Coaches to Julen Lopetegui!
Six Special Olympics Spain athletes served as assistant coaches to Julen Lopetegui, manager of Spanish national football team, at a Special Olympics and Futbol y Futuro Football Clinic in Madrid. Watch them in action!
FanSided Spreads Awareness to the Benefits of Badminton
The following is an excerpt by FanSided from the article titled Spreading the Benefits of Badminton:
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Special Olympics Puerto Rico Athlete with Down Syndrome Competes in Half IRONMAN
Special Olympics Puerto Rico athlete David “El Delfin Boricua” Torres Rivera became the first person with Down syndrome to participate in the IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Rico.
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Special Olympics Gymnast Dreams of Gold at 2022 USA Games
For Special Olympics athlete, Chris Teich, confidence ties directly back to a key aspect of the Special Olympics Athlete Oath: Let me win but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt
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Special Olympics New York Coach Martha Pachuta Honored as Inaugural Annette Lynch Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
The organization, which combined both of her passions, piqued her interest, and she knew right away that it would be a great opportunity for her.
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Changing Mindsets in Jamaica: Cecil's Journey
A principal in Jamaica shares his plan to make schools more inclusive to students of all abilities.
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Health Screening Changes a Life: Jad’s Story
When Jad was born in Thailand and diagnosed with Down syndrome, his mother was overcome with sadness and disappointment.
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The Intersection Between Badminton & Autism
World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated around the world on 2 April and designated by the United Nations to highlight the need to help improve the quality of life of those with autism so they can lead full and meaningful lives as an integral part of society.
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Michigan Volunteers “Treat” Customers with Cookies for a Cause
There’s a “sweet” business booming in Detroit these days.
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Special Olympics Colorado Athlete Tania Wright Selected for USA Games in First Year Competing
Tania Wright was looking for activities to do with her best friend, Kimberly Henry, when she stumbled upon Special Olympics.
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