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Inclusion around the World
From kids to communities, see inspirational examples of how inclusion is taking root, and leading to real change, both at home and around the world.
Athletes have 'incredible experience' at Special Olympics Canada Summer Games 2026
Athletes talk to The Canadian Press as the 2026 Special Olympics Canada Summer Games come to a close in Medicine Hat, Alta.
FromTSN (YouTube)
Special Olympics Athlete Profile: Vesta Orchard - Athletics
The Special Olympics National Games begin on August 11th. Leading up to the event we will feature some of the participating athletes.
Fromabc 10 (YouTube)
91,000 rubber ducks hit Chicago River as Ducky Derby raises nearly $500,000
Thousands of rubber ducks were released into the Chicago River for the annual Chicago Ducky Derby, a fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics
FromPressReader
Volunteering at Special Olympics a family affair
Fran Gillis’ professional life led to a long association with Special Olympics P.E.I.
FromTVJ (YouTube)
Harmony Park To Host Inargural Special Olympic Caribbean Beach Games
The inaugural Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games was at the S Hotel Montego Bay and received overwhelming support from the Montego Bay community.
FromCleveland.com
Independence football players make a difference at Special Olympics event
Blue Devil spirit was on display in Independence when football players and coaches volunteered at an annual event.
Sedona Police hosting golf fundraiser for Special Olympics
The Sedona Police Department will host its 3rd annual event to bring 120 golfers together to scramble.
'Soaring'
A new short-form documentary series highlights the journeys of three Special Olympics athletes as they prepare for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
Fromsports.yahoo.com
Special Olympics continues to provide opportunity
Athletes of all levels will take the field Saturday for a community sports tournament at Wyoming East High School.
FromKTVB (YouTube)
Riley Martinez
Quiet Special Olympics runner whose speed speaks for itself
Twin Cities campus is all in for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Welcoming athletes, families and fans to the University community for a celebration of sport, inclusion and human potential.
Fromcody enterprise
Cody swimmer to compete at the national Special Olympics
After graduating from Cody High School in 2002, Costello was introduced to the Special Olympics, allowing sports to not just be a part of her life as a fan but as a participant, too.
Law enforcement officers run through Chico to support Special Olympics
Law enforcement officers from across Butte County took to the streets to support Special Olympics athletes in Northern California.
FromNBC: ksby
Law enforcement and Special Olympic athletes to carry Flame of Hope across Central Coast
In San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, the Flame of Hope makes it way through the Central Coast.
Fromwdhn.com
Loretta Claiborne Inspires Special Olympics Wiregrass Athletes
Special Olympics has taken off in Alabama. A Special Olympics icon who has a few words to say to the athletes.
FromWWE.com
Superstars join the ESPN and Special Olympics Unified event in Las Vegas: photos
WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Hart and Ivy Nile take part in the Unified event at Victoria Fertitta Middle School.
FromESPN
Special Olympics Unified Sports teaching inclusion in schools
Team sports bring people together. Special Olympics Unified Sports® teams do that, too and much more.
Colston Loveland gives back to Special Olympics athletes
Colston Loveland is partnering with Adidas to provide new cleats for the flag football players ahead of the Special Olympics USA games.
Fromwmtw.com
Special Olympians prepare for track season with support from Portland firefighters
Special Olympics athletes Noel Thompson and Paul Sandberg are preparing for track and field season.
Fromnhl.com
Alex Wennberg hosts Special Olympics Athletes at SAP Center
Alex Wennberg is helping extend impact in a meaningful way by continuing Sharks commitment to inclusion.
Fromwmur.com
Fremont middle school teacher running Boston Marathon to support Special Olympic New Hampshire
Lauren MacArthur will run the marathon alongside Special Olympics athletes.
FromWMTW-TV YouTube
LSC-Montgomery lifePATH Student Earns Gold Medal in Inaugural Special Olympics Competition
Kendall Young has earned a gold medal at the Special Olympics Texas Area 4 & 6 Basketball Skills Competition.
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