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Special Olympics Athlete Amy Bockerstette Hits the Links at the ESPY Celebrity Golf Classic
Special Olympics golfer, Amy Bockerstette, who earned a college scholarship to Paradise Valley Community College for golf, was invited to compete in the 19th Annual 2019 ESPY Celebrity Golf Classic. The golf tournament serves as a fundraiser for the V Foundation which provides grants for cancer research and resources for cancer patients.
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Special Olympics and UNICEF Celebrate Fathers in Bulgaria!
Every day of the year, fathers support, encourage and comfort us both on and off the pitch. That’s why Special Olympics and UNICEF Bulgaria joined forces recently to celebrate and reflect on the special role that fathers play.
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Al Roker and his Special Olympics New York Athlete Son Nick Forge a Memorable Father’s Day Weekend During Summer Games
TODAY show weatherman and co-host of 3rd Hour of TODAY Al Roker had an unforgettable Father’s Day weekend after his son Nick brought home two gold medals at the Special Olympics New York Summer Games.
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My Sister, My Best Friend
We have so much to learn from one another. My sister Anastasia has Down Syndrome. When she was born, I remember my parents telling me that I have a special sister and that it was my duty to love and care for her.
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Celebrating International Day of Families
As we celebrate the International Day of Families we thank all of the families that support the Special Olympics.
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Rhode Island Brothers Are Unified in Leading Inclusion
Evan and Jay are not only brothers, they are Unified basketball teammates at Ponaganset High School, a Unified Champion School.
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Meaningful Conversations: Tim & Maria Shriver
Special Olympics Chairman, Tim Shriver joins his sister, Maria Shriver, as a special guest on her podcast “Meaningful Conversations.”
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Splash Brothers of Antwerp Bring Game to Abu Dhabi
Gilles Dupont loves basketball. Even more than that, he loves playing basketball with his brothers and Unified partners, Robin and Floris.
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UAE Athlete Takes Gold at Most Inclusive Triathlon Ever
Micah Hambleton, 16, from the United Arab Emirates, won a gold medal in the Special Olympics Division 1 category at the Daman World Triathlon Abu Dhabi 2019.
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Meet the Determined: #MeetAhmed
Watch the inspirational story of Ahmed and his sisters, who are giving back to society by joining thousands of volunteers in supporting the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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