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Athlete Preparedness

By Daniel "Dan" Smrokowski , May 28, 2022
A male Special Olympics athlete smiles at the camera while wearing a medal around his neck. He's wrapped in a swim towel and has swim goggles on top of his head.
Preparing for a big competition takes both mental and physical exercise. This month, I’ll share with you how I prepare for state competitions and my advice on overcoming any nerves. Personally, I’ve only competed at regional and state competitions for Special Olympics Illinois. You can apply the tips I share to national or world games competitions.
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My Advice for Meaningful Employment

By Hanna Joy Atkinson, October 03, 2022
Three people stand on a stage behind a podium.
Happy October and National Disability Employment Awareness Month! It’s the season of showcasing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Athletes

Australia’s Unified 3x3 Team Shows Heart and Hustle

By Karini Viranna , December 07, 2025
A team dressed in yellow and green are huddled together smiling, spectators are in the background.
At the 3x3 Basketball World Cup in San Juan, team Australia has been turning heads with its combination of speed, skill, and teamwork—aided by player Jordan McCormick, bringing passion and infectious enthusiasm to every play.
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Welcome to My World with Ben Collins, Special Olympics Athlete and Operations Specialist

A split screen image of Ben Collins and Dr. Andreas Heinecke during a Zoom meeting.
Special Olympics Operations Specialist Ben Collins Talks with Dr. Andreas Heinecke, founder of Dialogue in the Dark, on World Sight Day 2020
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Guatemalan Soccer Star Leads Special Olympics Guatemala Futsal Team to Gold in Berlin

two women embracing each other
Renowned Guatemalan national team member and international soccer player, Maria Fernanda Rossell, is making an impact on and off the pitch as a coach at Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023.
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Special Olympics Missouri Athlete Works for CBS Sports at PGA TOUR Event

A man takes a picture outside a broadcast truck.
Thomas Cleek, a Special Olympics Missouri golfer, worked for CBS Sports as a spotter at the John Deere Classic this past Fourth of July holiday weekend.
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No Longer on the Sidelines: Jack Healey's Journey to Special Olympics Football

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Jack Healey, a 20-year-old from Berkshire in England, always nurtured a deep love for football.
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Proving People Wrong

Novie poses alongside one of her competitors. They both have medals around their necks.
My name is Novie. I’m an athlete, leader, and employee with a disability. I represented Special Olympics D.C. in Seattle, Washington, at the 2018 USA Games, and I work at Special Olympics International.
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