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Every day, our athletes inspire people everywhere to open their hearts to a wider world of human talents and potential. Learn more about the power Special Olympics has to make real change all around the world.
Game Recognizes Game
At the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup Paris 2026, Special Olympics coaches spent most of their time plotting against one another’s teams.
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Special Olympics and Topgolf Build on Partnership’s Successful First Year
The renewed partnership between Special Olympics and Topgolf continues to expand opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities around the world, creating new pathways into golf and growing participation numbers in the sport while also strengthening competition opportunities across the movement.
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Equality Before the Law: How Haley Waggoner is Shaping Legislation for Nebraska
Haley Waggoner, a Special Olympics International staff member on the Government Relations team and Special Olympics Nebraska athlete, has established an impactful connection with the Nebraska State Legislator leading to positive changes in law and local communities.
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Class Is in Session: Transforming College Campuses for All
Graduating high school is a milestone, one that often serves as a launching point to college. This episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio explores that transition for students with intellectual disabilities and how post-secondary programs can lead inclusively.
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Joy in Every Sport: Highlights from the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
In this special episode of Inclusion Revolution Radio, we looked back on the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, held 20-26 June in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Over 700 Health Screenings Performed in Two Days at Special Olympics Healthy Athletes®
Over the last two days, Special Olympics Healthy Athletes® conducted over 700 free health screenings for athletes and Unified partners participating in the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup, Paris 2026.
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Marquel Russell Shines at USA Games, Eyes 2027 Special Olympics World Games in Santiago
Marquel Russell stands near the starting line and does a box jump to relax his muscles.
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USA Games Celebrated at Closing Ceremony, Special Olympics Flag Handed to Next Host City
It was a beautiful evening at Huntington Bank Stadium. The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, hosted at the University of Minnesota and the National Sports Center, have just concluded.
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Special Olympics Northern California Adds Hardware to Medal Collection
It’s a warm, cloudy day at the University of Minnesota Track & Field Stadium. Special Olympics Northern California athlete Patrick Underly is with his team, surrounded by state Programs from across the country.
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USA Games Start to Wrap Up in Minneapolis
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games are heading into its last day of competition, and so many memories have been made.
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Faces of Fans and Families Throughout USA Games
Long before the starting whistles sounded and the first medals were awarded, the heart of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games could be found in the stands and on the streets of Minneapolis. Families, friends, teammates, coaches, and volunteers filled arenas, fields, and venues with handmade signs, tears of pride, joyful cheers, and unwavering encouragement.
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