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Two athletes lunge toward a badminton net on an outdoor grass court.
In the News

Badminton Momentum Builds at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota

Demonstration sessions introduce athletes and coaches to the sport while creating lasting opportunities for badminton’s growth in North America
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Special Olympics athlete in a yellow uniform runs on the track during the 10,000-meter race at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, where he set a new event record.
Community Impact

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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A medal podium stands in front of a large Special Olympics USA Games Minnesota 2026 backdrop at the University of Minnesota swimming venue. The colorful display features the Games logo and graphics.
Community Impact

Special Olympics USA Games Starts to See Medal Count Grow Midweek

It’s mid-week at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, and the competition has been fierce. It’s hot in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but that’s not a concern for athletes who are representing the 52 Programs across the country. They are giving everything they’ve got to compete at the national level.
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Two Special Olympics Maryland athletes in team uniforms smile and embrace on a grassy competition field after competing in Mini Javelin at the 2026 USA Games.
Community Impact

Day Two of Competition Highlights Athletes Across Multiple Sports

The second day of competition at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games was cut short due to inclement weather, but not before some memorable moments.
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WWE Superstar Bianca Belair and Special Olympics North Carolina Athlete Judy Nutter
Athletes

The Mirror Image Project: Special Olympics Athletes Shine as Global Icons

The Mirror Image Project is a social media campaign by Special Olympics that invites Special Olympics athletes to recreate famous photos of Special Olympics Global Ambassadors or celebrity supporters.
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Text reads: Kanopy Stream Smarter: Special Olympics Now Streaming
In the News

Now Streaming on Kanopy

For the first time ever, Kanopy streams Special Olympics produced short documentaries.
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A Special Olympics coach wearing a red shirt sits on the floor with two Special Olympics athletes. The athletes are wearing a white shirt with a red Special Olympics logo on it.
Community Impact

SONA Recognizes Outstanding Coaches Throughout Region

Throughout Special Olympics North America, more than 116,000 dedicated individuals donate their time and expertise as Special Olympics coaches.
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Young woman standing in snow gear at the ready.
Athletes

We Can Do It Too

With Special Olympics, everything is possible. Skiing on snow in Coral Springs, Florida, is not one of those things.
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Four men sit around a table with a white tablecloth that has the logos of Special Olympics and Fansided in front of several branded standing banners. The man on the far left sits at the end of the table and leans over as he talks into a red Special Olympics microphone. The three men behind the table, look at him and listen.
In the News

Special Olympics ‘Superpowers’ on Display at the Super Bowl

Special Olympics Unified reporters Malcom Harris-Gowdie and Wyatt Spalding teamed up with Fansided to conduct over 30 interviews in the lead up to Super Bowl LIX.
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The photo shows 10 individuals wearing matching green shirts that say "Arbor School Achievers". They are standing outside and smiling for a photo.
Athletes

Samantha Rodriguez: Logging Miles & Leading the Way

To many, running is a solitary sport. One person, one route, one goal. But for Samantha Rodriguez, running has always been more than that. It’s been a way to connect, form a community, and create opportunities for those around her.
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