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.
Healthy Athletes: Making a Difference
The Special Olympics Healthy Athletes clinics, run by trained volunteers, are making a huge impact in the lives of athletes.
Egypt’s President hires the Special Olympics Athlete Dina Galal
The president of Egypt has embraced the challenge of involving people with different abilities in the community by hiring an athlete with intellectual disabilities.
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A Very Special Christmas
'A Very Special Christmas' broke records as the most successful benefit recording series ever. Take a look behind the scenes.
Celebrating Our Unified Sports Milestone!
Special Olympics Chairman Tim Shriver and Maryland athlete Terrel Limerick shared some big news about an amazing accomplishment.
Julian Hall Truly Knows What It Means to "Never Give Up"
He had two moments in his life that could have been big setbacks. Instead, he rose to the challenge twice—watch his inspirational tale.
How Unified Sports Helped Them Become Best Friends
Jessie and Allie lived in the same neighborhood. They never met—until Unified Sports brought them together. Watch their amazing story.
How Basketball Helped Inspire Abel Mehari
Abel is a star basketball player who got even better after he started playing Special Olympics Unified Sports. Find out what drives him.
Davaa's Extraordinary Journey from Mongolia to America
Running hard, and alone, in remote landscapes helped her realize a dream. Watch the journey that took her to the 2015 summer games.
Breno: The Will to Win
Hist first goal was to play judo so he could be like his older brother. Soon Breno had a new goal—to be the best judo player he could.
'A Very Special Christmas': Brief History of the Record-Breaking Music Series
Since 1987, the biggest voices in the recording industry have lent their talents to create the 'A Very Special Christmas' album series.
Melissa and Elia: "Our Paths Crossed ..."
Here's a vignette from ESPN about two athletes who are there for each other -- celebrating life's special moments, together.
Unified Soccer: The Experience of a Lifetime
We went behind-the-scenes with a high school Unified soccer team as they trained for their biggest competition ever.