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Athletes

Special Olympics Angola Wins Gold at Historic Basketball World Cup

Special Olympics Angola has made history by winning gold at the first ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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In the News

Special Olympics Angola Soars with Manchester City

Special Olympics Angola unveils a thrilling partnership with Manchester City and global appliance group Midea to create a common football space in the city of Luanda
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Athletes

On the Break: Namibia’s Moses Fredericks Makes His Mark

The pace was relentless, the shot clock unforgiving. Namibia’s Day 1 matchup against Germany revealed the intensity of 3x3 Basketball. Namibia’s Moses Fredericks rose to the challenge, contesting drives and staying active on the perimeter.
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Three people stand together on a stage holding up red jerseys and a scarf that say Soccerex and Special Olympics
In the News

Special Olympics and Soccerex Commit to Making Football Inclusive for All

Last month at Soccerex Miami, Special Olympics International and Soccerex signed their renewed four-year partnership agreement with a focus on their shared commitment to use football as a tool for inclusion.
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Puerto Rico player in red runs and dribbles the ball while the Dominican Republic player in blue reaches over to try to steal the ball.
In the News

World Media Takes Notice of Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup

Hearts are still pounding, full of the excitement from the first ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 5 – 7 December 2025. Skill, sportsmanship and inclusion took center stage and the global media took notice. Here is a sample of the coverage.
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In the News

Fansided Article Unearths Team Morocco’s Grit

Fanside followed their journey in an article titled Morocco makes a statement at the Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup.
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A team dressed in yellow and green are huddled together smiling, spectators are in the background.
Athletes

Australia’s Unified 3x3 Team Shows Heart and Hustle

At the 3x3 Basketball World Cup in San Juan, team Australia has been turning heads with its combination of speed, skill, and teamwork—aided by player Jordan McCormick, bringing passion and infectious enthusiasm to every play.
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Athletes

Unity on the Half-Court: Saudi Arabia’s Journey Unfolds in San Juan 

Special Olympics Saudi Arabia entered the Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup with a mission grounded in competitive drive.
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Athletes

Fast Break Rising: Chilean Brothers Surge into San Juan’s 3x3 Showdown

Brothers at the Heart of Chile’s 3x3 Goal
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