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Community Impact

Inclusion and 10 Years of ESPN Partnership Celebrated at Perth Amboy High School

By RJ Nealon, April 13, 2024
Students and teachers stand pose for a group photo in a high school gym. They are standing behind a sign that reads "ESPN Special Olympics Unified Sports Global Presenting Sponsor".
The gymnasium at Perth Amboy High School is at capacity with the student body, gearing up for the traditional students vs. teachers basketball game.
In the News

Special Olympics Takes Centre Stage at SportAccord

Group of Special Olympics athletes and representatives.
Special Olympics was out in force this week at one of the global sports industry’s biggest gatherings of the year – SportAccord.
In the News

Special Olympics Athletes Break Barriers in the Western Balkans

A young man doing the butterfly stroke.
Special Olympics athletes from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, and hosts North Macedonia showcased heart, determination and remarkable skill at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)-supported Western Balkans Swimming Competition held in Skopje from 5-7 April.
Community Impact

Special Olympics Alaska’s Emily Tymick Named SONA Sports Person of the Year, Credits Longtime Love for Competition

By RJ Nealon, April 10, 2024
A group of three people pose for a photo. They are outside wearing heavy winter coats and the ground is covered in snow.
Emily Tymick first got involved with Special Olympics as a volunteer and was hooked quickly, turning it into a career. More than a decade later, she was recognized by her peers as the SONA Sports Person of the Year.
Athletes

Konrad Debniak’s Story Of Resilience

By David S. Evangelista, April 10, 2024
Konrad is wearing a red Special Olympics jersey and smiles at the camera while holding his medals.
The Special Olympics Poland athlete finds confidence, equality, and purpose through sports.

Tristan Thompson

Tristan Thompson, Special Olympics Ambassador
NBA Champion, Cleveland Cavaliers
In the News

NBA Player Tony Snell Talks About Autism Diagnosis

Alex Snell NBA athlete sitting with his two kids. Logos for AccessiBe, Inclusion Revolution Radio, and Gallagher.
In honor of Autism Awareness month, on this week’s episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, podcast host Novie Craven spoke with NBA Player, Tony Snell, about his basketball journey, his foundation, and his recent autism diagnosis.
Athletes

From Spins To Dribbles, Gorjan Stojkovski Never Stops Learning New Basketball Tricks

Two men wearing basketball jerseys smile while posing for the camera
The North Macedonian player was the life and soul of his team at the 2023 Regional West Balkans Basketball 3x3 Tournament in Tirana, Albania - and he still has energy for much more.
Healthy Start

Understanding My Child’s Future

Individuals with developmental delay (DD) and intellectual disability (ID) can lead fulfilling lives. With the right preparation, many individuals with ID can attend school, live independently, work in their communities, and show us their unique perspective and experience of the world.
In the News

Special Olympics’ CIO Loretta Claiborne featured by ESPN for Black History Month

Special Olympics’ CIO Loretta Claiborne featured by ESPN for Black History Month
During Black History Month, ESPN featured Special Olympics’ Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne as a way to highlight her life achievements and her journey with Special Olympics while she continues to be a fearless leader for the Special Olympics Movement.
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