Stories
These global stories are about the power of Special Olympics to inspire hope, confidence and courage. Special Olympics changes the lives of our athletes with intellectual disabilities but also our coaches, families, volunteers and others who have the opportunity to take part.
Sport and Health Event Shows Inclusion at Its Best
Over 350 Special Olympics athletes and students along with 130 university students gathered for a sport and health event in Tuzla.
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Special Olympics South Africa Hosted 2018 Swimming Competition
The two days of swimming went well and it was an amazing experience for the athletes.
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Special Olympics Florida Summer Games Saw New Innovation
Bocce courts featuring a revolutionary design took center stage—find out what was so different about them.
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European Football Week 2018
Supported by UEFA Respect, MetLife, national football federations and professional clubs, European Football Week (EFW) is a highlight in the Special Olympics calendar. From 19 to 27 May 2018, 45,000 participants across 50 countries took part in 450 events.
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South African Athletes Attend World Golfers Tournament
They all competed to their utmost best and came back victorious in the different levels of divisions they competed in.
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Lions Club Volunteer Raves About Special Olympics Event
Betsy Coetzee said it was her first time coming to a Special Olympics South Africa screening and that her experience was amazing.
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A Reunion Between Special Olympics Korea and Everton
Korea Unified Soccer team traveled to Liverpool, England for the second friendly match with a Unified Soccer team from Everton.
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Special Olympics South Africa Chooses Inclusion
Inclusion must go beyond the playing field, to empower people with intellectual disabilities to live up to their fullest potential.
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Special Olympics South Africa Hosted Athletes Screening
We were able to help educate the community about proper health care for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
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From Athlete Leaders to Health Leaders
In this video, we go behind-the-scenes at an Athlete Health Leader workshop. After training, athletes can pass on their knowledge.
Special Olympics Featured in Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Museum
"Brave in the Attempt: Special Olympics in Louisiana" explores the history of Special Olympics with an emphasis on Louisiana.
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Hungary Welcomes Josh Cartu as National Ambassador
The Ferrari race driver visited the Special Olympics offices in Budapest. He also has a personal special interest in Special Olympics.
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