New York
Innovating Fitness and Wellness at the Nazareth College Golisano Training Center
On 21 October 2019, Nazareth College, Special Olympics New York, and the Golisano Foundation announced the grand opening of the Golisano Training Center at Nazareth College—the first of its kind collaboration on inclusion, fitness, and wellness for athletes of all abilities.
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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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USA Powerlifter Angel Athenas Perseveres and Wins Gold at World Games
Angel walked up to the barbell at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 and rose above the years of struggle that are now behind her.
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Angel
When Angel Athenas walked up to the barbell at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, she didn’t just pick up the weight in front of her, she rose above the years of struggle that are now behind her. Through sport, she developed the talent and confidence to become a champion on the world stage.
Kevin Brown Joins the Law Enforcement Torch Run’s International Executive Council
My name is Kevin Brown, and I am a Special Olympics athlete from New York. I work for the FBI, and I was recently chosen to serve on the LETR International Executive Council.
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50 for 50 With Sergeant Brett Sobieraski
The 30 year veteran of the Rochester Police Department ran for 50 hours straight to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Special Olympics.
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