Powerlifting
2,000 Athletes, 26 Nations, 11 Sports: Bring on Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2026!
The Special Olympics Sweden Invitational Games 2026 will be officially opened in Folkets Park, Malmö, marking the largest sporting event ever held in Sweden for people with intellectual disabilities.
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From Rural Iceland to the Special Olympics World Games Stage
Meet powerlifter Aegir Ólafsson, whose life has been shaped by his passion for strength, sport, and competition.
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Meet the Heroes: Aegir Ólafsson
Meet Aegir Ólafsson, a powerlifter from Special Olympics Iceland. Growing up in the countryside, he discovered powerlifting and turned it into a daily commitment, building purpose, confidence, and pride through training.
Kay Center Provides Employment and Sport Opportunities to People with Intellectual Disabilities
A lifelong sports fan, Todd Youngblood came to the Kay Community Service Center, a day program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) located in Fort Valley, Georgia, in 1995 and was immediately put to work.
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From Adversity To Triumph – An Inspiring Journey
“These kids we label ‘special’, are truly born to do special things in their lives!”
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How Does a Photographer Sum up the most Incredible Experience of their Career?
Photographer Dillon Vibes shares his experience attending the Special Olympics World Games 2023 through photographs he captured while in Berlin. Below is a collection of photos and personal insight to his most memorable times at the Games.
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Caroline Tangitau Sweeps Silver in Powerlifting
Caroline Tangitau traveled more than 11,027 miles/17,500 km from New Zealand to Germany to participate in the Special Olympics World Games Berlin 2023 in women’s powerlifting.
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World Games Spotlight: Josee Seguin, Canada
Josee was still riding high from her multi-medal achievements at Canada's 2018 National Games when she was chosen for the 2019 World Games.
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Coach Edna on Weightlifting Bar Basics
Coach Edna coaches the American Muscle powerlifting team that consists of three female athletes and six male ranging in age from 16 to 35.
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Leading the Way to an Inclusive World: Meet Grace
Want to be a better advocate and ally? Here are her insights:
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