https://www.specialolympics.org/special-olympics-world-winter-games-turin-2025-media-registration-now-open
2025-02-04T16:20:35-05:00
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Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025 - media registration now open!
The countdown is on—just over 100 days until the world’s eyes turn to Turin, Italy, for the Special Olympics World Games 2025!
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8MW7Ty170Vk?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/meet-moly
2025-02-26T14:05:31-05:00
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Meet Moly, the official Mascot of the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin!
The countdown to the Special Olympics World Winter Games begins with an exciting announcement: Meet Moly, the official Mascot of the Games! ❄️ <br/><br/>Moly represents the creativity and inclusion at the heart of our movement, brought to life through a competition involving over 2,500 students with and without intellectual disabilities. Their incredible designs showcased the power of teamwork and imagination. 💡❤️ Stay tuned as Moly helps us celebrate the journey to the Games! 🏅
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yrD5wAgiWmU?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Turin 2025
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/family-matters-with-special-olympics-south-africas-winter-games-athlete-shane-francois-bentley
2025-03-12T09:00:13-04:00
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"Family Matters" with Special Olympics South Africa's Winter Games athlete Shane François Bentley
If you were to see Shane François Bentley today—gliding on the ice, defending on the soccer field, or diving into a swimming pool—you’d never guess the mountain of challenges he’s had to overcome. <br/><br/>At 39 years old, Shane’s life has been one of struggle, yet his story is one of hope, resilience, and the power of perseverance. Today, as Shane prepares to represent <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/programs/africa/south-africa" data-cms-id="00000164-a845-d4d4-a975-bae750ef0000" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/programs/africa/south-africa" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1741784319815,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1741784319815,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000164-a845-d4d4-a975-bae750ef0000","_type":"c72da0de-f69b-35c2-994e-b6a0612ceea9"},"_id":"00000195-8a6f-d2a6-abb5-afef71c20001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"South Africa","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-8a6f-d2a6-abb5-afef71a90000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">South Africa</a> once again at the <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports-and-competition/world-games/special-olympics-world-winter-games-turin-2025" data-cms-id="00000194-6095-d2db-a1f4-76df18a00001" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports-and-competition/world-games/special-olympics-world-winter-games-turin-2025" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1741784304932,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1741784304932,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000194-6095-d2db-a1f4-76df18a00001","_type":"e30edf29-8fe1-3857-864d-a0240c664e80"},"_id":"00000195-8a6f-da3b-a1b7-ea7f148c0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"2025 World Winter Games in Turin","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-8a6f-da3b-a1b7-ea7f147e0000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">2025 World Winter Games in Turin</a>, his story stands as a testament to the power of never giving up. He has taught the world an important lesson: that with determination, love, and support, no challenge is insurmountable.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/shanes-journey-of-determination-to-world-games" data-cms-id="00000195-8a5f-d7d7-abbf-ce7ff8870001" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/shanes-journey-of-determination-to-world-games" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1741784336392,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1741784336392,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000195-8a5f-d7d7-abbf-ce7ff8870001","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000195-8a6f-d7d7-abbf-ce6f9e8c0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Read Shane's Story","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-8a6f-d7d7-abbf-ce6f9e740000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Read Shane's Story</a>
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Yx0mZjrC8iI?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Turin 2025
World Games
World Winter Games
Africa
South Africa
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/michael-phelps-foundation-and-special-olympics-mental-health-family-and-inclusion
2025-10-10T11:52:25-04:00
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Michael Phelps Foundation and Special Olympics: Mental Health, Family, and Inclusion
"I want to change a life, and if I can save a life, for me that is way better than winning a gold medal." 🏅 Michael Phelps Join us for a heartfelt interview with long-time supporters Michael and Nicole Phelps, Special Olympics Arizona athlete Ronny Jones, and our chairman, Tim Shriver. We dive deep into their journey with the Special Olympics movement, sharing stories of transformation and the power of inclusion. Don't miss this candid sit-down as they discuss the impact of their involvement and the importance of spreading awareness. Join us for this inspiring conversation.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/pvXkZpkIG7g?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/join-our-team
2026-04-08T11:10:20-04:00
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Join Our Team
Special Olympics isn't just about winning medals; it's about growing together as a community. Whether you're an athlete, a proud family member, a dedicated coach, or an invaluable official, your support system matters more than you know. We celebrate each triumph, uplift each other through challenges, and create moments of joy that transcend boundaries. Let's continue to grow, inspire, and unite through the power of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/inclusionrevolution">#InclusionRevolution</a>. Thank you to Michael Phelps and the Michael Phelps Foundation for their continued support.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Vh8COWreQnc?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/thank-you-michael-phelps-foundation
2025-10-10T11:45:12-04:00
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Thank you Michael Phelps Foundation!
Join us in a heartfelt round of applause for Michael Phelps and the Michael Phelps Foundation as we express our deepest gratitude for 17 incredible years of support for <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/specialolympics">#SpecialOlympics</a>! 🏅 Your unwavering dedication has not only changed lives but has also transformed perceptions about what is possible. As we embark on the next chapter of this inspiring journey, who's coming with us? Help support our athletes by clicking on this link.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/gtj14tLZLjM?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/true-champions-max-and-ronnie
2025-10-10T11:45:29-04:00
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True Champions Max and Ronnie
Meet Max and Ronnie – two extraordinary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/specialolympics">#SpecialOlympics</a> athletes who've won more medals than Michael Phelps. Their secret? Opportunity. 💪 In a world that champions inclusion, imagine the endless possibilities! So, how can you be part of the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/inclusionrevolution">#InclusionRevolution</a>? Start by embracing diversity, advocating for equal access, and celebrating everyone's unique talents.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/fmi6PFJfl6s?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/it-all-began-in-a-pool
2025-10-10T11:45:43-04:00
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It all Began in a Pool!
Dive into the heart of the Special Olympics movement! Did you know it all began in a pool, giving individuals with intellectual disabilities the chance to swim? Just like Michael Phelps, who credits swimming with giving him the confidence to succeed, we believe in the transformative power of sports. Join us as champions of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/inclusionrevolution">#InclusionRevolution</a> as we continue our partnership with the Michael Phelps Foundation. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/specialolympics">#SpecialOlympics</a>
https://www.youtube.com/embed/2hrIb7sZiAM?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/michael-phelps-encourages-water-safety
2026-03-31T15:17:53-04:00
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Michael Phelps Encourages Water Safety
🏊♂️ Michael Phelps, Special Olympics Global Ambassador, and the Michael Phelps Foundation want us all to make a splash and have fun, but let's do it responsibly. Whether you're at the pool, beach, or lake, water safety is key. Let's make this summer unforgettable for all the right reasons!
https://www.youtube.com/embed/5GXxgdqwCEk?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Michael Phelps
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/art-meets-purpose-in-an-extraordinary-collaboration-with-vespa
2025-02-26T13:57:12-05:00
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Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration with Vespa
Art meets purpose in an extraordinary collaboration. Watch legendary architect, Frank Gehry, renowned artist Urs Fischer, and Special Olympics Italia artist Ghinka transform iconic Vespas into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Every detail is crafted to support Special Olympics. Stay tuned for the full reveal.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jtJI1RFGe3o?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Turin 2025
Italy
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/floorball-ingenuity-how-namibia-improvised-on-and-off-the-court
2025-02-26T14:05:38-05:00
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Floorball Ingenuity: How Namibia Improvised On and Off the Court
Through creativity, partnership, and improvised equipment, Namibia’s floorball team has found a curious path to not only play the sport, but to excel and reach the world stage in <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports-and-competition/world-games/special-olympics-world-winter-games-turin-2025" data-cms-id="00000194-6095-d2db-a1f4-76df18a00001" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports-and-competition/world-games/special-olympics-world-winter-games-turin-2025" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1740596653745,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1740596653745,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000194-6095-d2db-a1f4-76df18a00001","_type":"e30edf29-8fe1-3857-864d-a0240c664e80"},"_id":"00000195-43a4-d843-a5d7-57bff1930001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Turin for the 2025 World Winter Games","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-43a4-d843-a5d7-57bff1790000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Turin for the 2025 World Winter Games</a>.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/z645-ZCISOc?start=10&feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Turin 2025
Africa
Namibia
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/special-olympics-nfl-play-60-kids
2025-02-27T08:05:14-05:00
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Special Olympics NFL Play 60 Kids!
A huge THANK YOU to @nflinthecommunity for your incredible partnership in promoting youth health and wellness through the Play60 Initiative! Special Olympics was proudly represented by Tyler Boyd at the Pro Bowl and Hayes Audler at the Super Bowl, showcasing the impact of inclusion on the biggest stages!
https://www.youtube.com/embed/tFpg4Gv0u5Y?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
American Football
NFL
Super Bowl
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/faces-of-inclusion-a-tale-of-two-siblings-part-four-advocacy
2025-05-08T13:50:08-04:00
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Faces of Inclusion: A Tale of Two Siblings - Part Four - Advocacy
Faces of Inclusion is a global Unified Champion Schools' storytelling initiative that highlights the impact of UCS in communities around the world. Siblings Mohamed and Heidi are part of <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/tag/unified-champion-schools" data-cms-id="00000170-5eb5-d060-adfe-fff766f00000" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/tag/unified-champion-schools" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746552298529,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746552298529,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000170-5eb5-d060-adfe-fff766f00000","_type":"90602a54-e7fb-3b69-8e25-236e50f8f7f5"},"_id":"00000196-a6a0-ddbd-a1ff-e6a196ac0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Unified Champion Schools","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000196-a6a0-ddbd-a1ff-e6a196970000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Unified Champion Schools</a> (UCS) in Egypt. UCS didn’t just impact them individually—it brought positive change to their entire family.<br/><br/>Heidi's love for her brother Mohamed, drives her to spread awareness and promote acceptance of individuals with intellectual disabilities.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/faces-of-inclusion-a-tale-of-two-siblings" data-cms-id="00000194-8a08-da61-a9de-afa9f9f10001" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/news/faces-of-inclusion-a-tale-of-two-siblings" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746552163050,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746552163050,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000194-8a08-da61-a9de-afa9f9f10001","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000196-a69e-de87-a5f7-a79fafbb0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Read the full article","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":"/core/link/SolidButton.hbs","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000196-a69e-de87-a5f7-a79faf880000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Read the full article</a>
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8uTevH3sVGk?feature=oembed&autoplay=1
Videos
https://www.specialolympics.org/videos/how-far-will-you-go-for-inclusion
2025-05-06T13:15:41-04:00
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How Far Will You Go for Inclusion?
At 9am on a sunny Saturday morning in June, <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/programs/africa/kenya" data-cms-id="00000164-a4b8-d924-a7ef-a6b98e250000" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/programs/africa/kenya" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1740661907304,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1740661907304,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000164-a4b8-d924-a7ef-a6b98e250000","_type":"c72da0de-f69b-35c2-994e-b6a0612ceea9"},"_id":"00000195-4788-dc73-a197-c7dbc41d0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Special Olympics (SO) Kenya","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-4788-dc73-a197-c7dbc4050000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Special Olympics (SO) Kenya</a> coaches and athletes begin gathering at the Nairobi University sports grounds in the heart of the capital city. They’ve come to train in <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/basketball" data-cms-id="00000165-010d-df3e-ab65-01dfcf140003" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/basketball" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746551683529,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746551683529,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000165-010d-df3e-ab65-01dfcf140003","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000196-a697-da06-afb7-e6b7a23c0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"basketball","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000196-a697-da06-afb7-e6b7a2160000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">basketball</a>, <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/bocce" data-cms-id="00000165-0f54-df3e-ab65-0fde3f870003" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/bocce" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746551699292,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746551699292,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000165-0f54-df3e-ab65-0fde3f870003","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000196-a697-ddbd-a1ff-e6b7de9a0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"bocce","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000196-a697-ddbd-a1ff-e6b7de810000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">bocce</a> and <a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/floorball" data-cms-id="00000165-0f7f-df3e-ab65-0fffb7360003" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/what-we-do/sports/floorball" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746551715711,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746551715711,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000165-0f7f-df3e-ab65-0fffb7360003","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000196-a698-ddbd-a1ff-e6b91e3c0001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"floorball","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000196-a698-ddbd-a1ff-e6b91e230000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">floorball</a>. At least five coaches and 30 athletes have already arrived after taking public transportation, often more than one kind. More are still trekking the distance to the facilities from as far 400km/250mi away. Learn about what drives these athletes and coaches to traverse such distances to see their teammates. <br/><br/><a href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/how-far-will-you-go-for-inclusion" data-cms-id="00000190-9293-d55d-a7fe-df9fb9040001" data-cms-href="https://www.specialolympics.org/stories/athletes/how-far-will-you-go-for-inclusion" link-data="{"cms.site.owner":{"_ref":"00000164-8a12-db15-a5fe-ce726a200000","_type":"ae3387cc-b875-31b7-b82d-63fd8d758c20"},"cms.content.publishDate":1746551646319,"cms.content.publishUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"cms.content.updateDate":1746551646319,"cms.content.updateUser":{"_ref":"00000164-af71-d4d4-a975-bff30c6e0000","_type":"6aa69ae1-35be-30dc-87e9-410da9e1cdcc"},"link":{"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"attributes":[],"item":{"_ref":"00000190-9293-d55d-a7fe-df9fb9040001","_type":"4f8e492c-6f2f-390e-bc61-f176d3a37ab9"},"_id":"00000195-4788-dd40-a5b5-67ec44110001","_type":"c3f0009d-3dd9-3762-acac-88c3a292c6b2"},"linkText":"Read the Full Article","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs.horizontalAlignment":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._template":"/core/link/SolidButton.hbs","theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:link:Link.hbs._preset":null,"theme.00000163-f9c8-d03b-a967-fdecd6580000.:core:enhancement:Enhancement.hbs._preset":null,"_id":"00000195-4788-dd40-a5b5-67ec44040000","_type":"809caec9-30e2-3666-8b71-b32ddbffc288"}">Read the Full Article</a><br/><br/>
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