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Strong Minds Program Giving Athletes the Tools To Succeed

Program aims to teach athletes mental exercises and provide resources to increase relaxation and stress management skills.
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Gold Medal Snowboarder Andre Berg Takes Life in Stride

Andre Berg won gold in Snowboarding Super G 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games. Learn how an accident spurred him to compete.
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Teaches Used School of Special Olympics to Teach Support

At World Games, teachers decided to have a different kind of lesson. One that teaches equality and how to support and help each other.
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Special Olympics Unified Sports Training Pays Off for Ice Dancers

The audience were treated to a beautiful display when Denis Bragin and Yekaterina Kirdyayeva took to the ice. Read about their journey.
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The Special Bond Behind Erika Kalin's Incredible Performance

Erika Kalin listens for one voice when she competes—her training guide Reinhart Shultz. Read about their incredible connection.
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2017 Flame of Hope Lighting Ceremony

See highlights from the flame lighting ceremony that preceded the 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games.

2017 World Winter Games: I’m Going to Austria!

From our partners at ESPN: A look at of some of the athletes who went to World Winter Games in Austria!
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Swiss-Ski President Signs Deal With Special Olympics Switzerland

The convention shall promote inclusive sports and training offerings within the Swiss-Ski association.
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European Basketball Week 2017 Highlights

Thirty-five countries sent athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to compete. See how it all came together.

Daina Shilts: The Power of Sports—and Unity

She won bronze at the 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games and has competed alongside her longtime role-model Hannah Teter.