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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.
Community Impact

High School Special Olympics Unified Sports® Teams Going to USA Games

By RJ Nealon, May 19, 2022
A large group of people pose for a photo. There are Special Olympics athletes, Unified partners, coaches, teachers and professional cheerleaders.
Throughout the country, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) and Special Olympics work together to advance inclusion programs for students with intellectual disabilities.
Athletes

Special Olympics Europe Eurasia Athletes Make History in Challenge Family Triathlon Series

By Kester Edwards, May 26, 2022
Male competitor runs in wet suit on red carpet with open water in the background.
For the first time-ever, a Special Olympics European Triathlon Competition was held as part of the Challenge Family Triathlon Series in Samorin, Slovakia
Community Impact

Unified Pairs from Special Olympics Costa Rica and Paraguay Unite on Inclusion Revolution Radio Podcast

Adriana, Daniela, Dahiana, and Marina smile in promo for Inclusion Revolution Radio.
Unified pairs Adriana and Daniela from Special Olympics Costa Rica and Dahiana and Marina from Special Olympics Paraguay joined the podcast.
Press Releases

Starkey Serves as Exclusive Hearing Health Partner for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games

Starkey : hear better. Live better. logo and Special Olympics Logo
Starkey Cares and Special Olympics International have partnered to increase access to hearing health services worldwide for individuals with intellectual disabilities
Athletes

Longtime Special Olympics Competitor Collins Clingman Ready for His USA Games Moment

By RJ Nealon, June 10, 2022
A Special Olympics athlete stands with his coach. They are smiling for the camera.
With excitement in his voice, Collins Clingman talks about his lifelong passion for the Green Bay Packers and Iowa Hawkeye football. The Ottumwa, Iowa, native also says he’s a season ticket holder for the local community college’s basketball team. He loves to watch games with his brother-in-law, and for more than 25 years, he’s participated in athletics, softball and bowling for Special Olympics Iowa. There’s no denying it: Clingman is in his element whenever sports are involved.
Athletes

Eric Massey, 2022 USA Games Athlete and Certified Health Messenger

Eric standing beside his mother and brother lifting weights.
Along with training to compete in swimming at the 2022 USA Games, Eric and his family have made family fitness a priority with the help of Special Olympics Fitness programming.
In the News

New York Yankees Host Special Olympics Athletes in the Bronx

Five people stand on a baseball field.
When two iconic baseball clubs like the Chicago Cubs and New York Yankees meet for interleague play, it serves as a recipe for the makings of an exceptional game.
In the News

Special Olympics Motor Activity Training Program Makes the Impossible Possible

An athlete pushing a ball, surrounded by three people supporting and guiding him.
Eleni Rossides introduced the Motor Activity Training Program to a crowd of 200 students at the Malta Invitational Games 2022 University Forum in May.
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