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‘Anything is possible’: Jamaican athlete touches hearts at Special Olympics World Games
He kneels down, resting his hands on the ground in front of his body. He then slowly drags his feet towards his arms. He starts running, gnashing his teeth and using his arms to support himself.
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Unified Champion Schools® Work Proven to Increase Inclusion
Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® builds on Special Olympics’ values, principles, practices, experiences and impacts to shape a generation that welcomes everyone.
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Bradley Robert Moore
Equestrian rider Bradley Robert Moore didn't let circumstance stand in his way.
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.
USA Equestrian Spencer Roberson Sweeps Gold at his First World Games
Spencer Roberson is an accomplished athlete and volunteer who made his international debut at the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019.
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USA's Brittany Wins vs. Belgium's Lies Gielis
Brittany Tagliareni has won her first game of the 2019 World Games in a hard-fought match against Belgium's Lies Gielis, daughter of late European football legend Marc Gielis.
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‘I’m Going for the Gold, Mom’: A Jamaican Bocce Player’s Vow
Delroy Sullivan has something in common with his role-model Usain Bolt.
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