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Athletes

Samantha Rodriguez: Logging Miles & Leading the Way

The photo shows 10 individuals wearing matching green shirts that say "Arbor School Achievers". They are standing outside and smiling for a photo.
To many, running is a solitary sport. One person, one route, one goal. But for Samantha Rodriguez, running has always been more than that. It’s been a way to connect, form a community, and create opportunities for those around her.

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As an athlete, your feet are an important part of your sports performance and your health. Be sure to wear shoes that fit you properly and are in good condition so that you can be a great athlete!
Athletes

Cyclists Set New Guinness World Record Titles in RideLondon-Essex100

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Following Lloyd Martin’s incredible achievements at last month’s TCS London Marathon, Special Olympics Surrey Cycling Club cyclists, Tom Kelsall and Hannah Kemp, have set new Guinness World Records titles by completing the Ford RideLondon-Essex100.
Community Impact

Empowering Global Youth: The Stevens Initiative and Special Olympics Partnership

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Stevens Initiative and Special Olympics have joined forces to expand cross-cultural learning experiences for young people worldwide. Leveraging the Stevens Initiative's expertise in virtual exchange and Special Olympics' global network, this partnership aims to empower young leaders, with and without intellectual disabilities, to drive the inclusion movement in the digital age.
Athletes

Special Olympics Jordan Athlete Leader Abdullah’s Mission of Inclusion

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Abdullah Al Nahas was born in December 2000, and he impacted many lives with his warmth and friendliness, leaving an extraordinary mark on all those around him.
Athletes

Special Olympics at UEFA EURO 2024: Excitement builds for athlete-volunteers in Hamburg!

Two women and a man stand surround a large silver trophy mounted on a digital countdown clock which says UEFA EURO 2024.
Today, we catch up with a trio of volunteers: Emilio Jungclaus Miranda, Menja Radke and Steffi Rückner—two athletes and a coach from Special Olympics Hamburg.

Leadership des Athletes

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Le Leadership des Athlètes s'associe aux athlètes leaders des Olympiques Spéciaux pour s'assurer qu'ils sont préparés à réussir dans des rôles de leadership significatifs. Cela se fait en offrant une formation aux connaissances et aux compétences, une expérience pratique dans des rôles à responsabilités et une collaboration avec des dirigeants sans déficience intellectuelle pour développer des environnements inclusifs.
Athletes

Special Olympics at UEFA EURO 2024: Athletes from Hessen Countdown to Kick Off!

A man stands beside a large trophy which is mounted on top of a digital countdown clock to UEFA EURO 2024.
Special Olympics athletes across Germany are in training to volunteer at UEFA EURO 2024 through a groundbreaking tandem volunteering programme inspired by the inclusivity of Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023.
In the News

BWF and Special Olympics Host First-Ever Federation-led Education and Competition Event

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In another demonstration of the ever-strengthening partnership between Special Olympics and the Badminton World Federation, a global technical training and regional competition was recently held in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
European Basketball Week

Faces of Basketball - Shooting (Level 2)

Faces of Basketball - Shooting (Level 2)
Join the Special Olympics Athletes and Hone Your Basketball Skills with the Locker Room Videos! Shooting Level 2: Give and Go
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