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Inclusion around the World
From kids to communities, see inspirational examples of how inclusion is taking root, and leading to real change, both at home and around the world.
FromFansided
Special Olympics Tennis Star is ready for the Experience of a Lifetime
Tennis athlete Kara Diachenko is honored to represent North Carolina at the 2026 USA Special Olympics Summer Games
Fromkoamnewsnow.com
Special Olympics Athletes Spend the day at Orion Ranch Sanctuary
The event, Heats and Hooves, was a chance for athletes to meet rescued horses, donkeys, and other animals.
FromMTNnews
Special Olympics Montana Basketball Tournament found their "Guy" (YouTube)
Guy volunteers his time to the organization.
Fromvillanovan.com
Play Unified, Live Unified
“I would say that the main goal of Unified is to encourage athlete partner interactions, both on the field and off the field,” Fonkalsrud said.
“It felt amazing”: FHS athletes join Special Olympians for an unforgettable night
Fans filled the bleachers, waving signs and clapping for every shot made, every assist given, and every high-five.
Frommocoshow.com
Timberlawn, Where Eunice Kennedy Shriver Inspired Special Olympics, Named Historic Site
The Montgomery County Council approved an amendment to add Timberlawn to Plan for Historic Preservation.
Fromtravelpulse.com
Debbie Quinlan earns Special Olympics Ontario Coach of Year award
"You never see the disability; you only see the ability"
FromNews Channel 5
Nashville selected as the host city for the 2034 Special Olympics USA Games
Nashville has been selected as the host city for the 2034 Special Olympics USA Games.
Kid Rock gets 'urgent request' from Special Olympics after using slur
Loretta Claiborne, the chief inspiration officer at the organization, wrote the rocker an open letter.
Special Olympics athletes, organizers meet with MPs on Parliament Hill
Omar Dabaghi-Pacheco spoke with athletes and organizers on Parliament Hill as they sought support from MPs and showed off some skills.
Fromrider.edu
Rider students volunteer at sports clinic with NY Giants and Special Olympics New Jersey
The opportunity is part of the University’s on-going partnership with the NFL team.
Frommlive.com
Focused on the next lap: Ann Arbor swimmer headed for 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
The first thing people notice about Josh Bunsis in the pool is his even temper, his coach Tammy Zajac said.
Frommlb.com
250 Special Olympics Athletes Shine in Softball Skills Assessment at loanDepot park
Special Olympics Florida hosted an action-packed softball skills assessment at loanDepot park.
Fromnews-gazette.com
Peyton Manning Returns as Honorary Chair for 2026 Special Olympics Airlift
Rallies owners and operators across the nation to volunteer their aircraft and time.
Fromnaplesnews.com
Inspired by her athletes, Kendell Regas steps into spotlight as Florida Coach of the Year
Kendell attends Special Olympics Florida’s Champions Gala to accept the organization’s 2025 Coach of the Year award.
Fromdailyherald.com
Saint Viator Students Support Special Olympics Athletes
Athletic director Nolan Dowling collaborated with Brenden Cannon and Nate Barney from Special Olympics Illinois to make the event a success.
FromFox 61
Connecticut athletes score at Special Olympics United Sports Fall Festival
The Connecticut Special Olympics Fall Festival united nearly 800 athletes across the state.
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Special Olympics Minnesota and 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Launch "26 Weeks of Giving"
A Campaign to Champion Inclusion Across the State
Swimming to victory: Dexter Baylies-Grigoreas Wins Gold
Representing his community with pride, Dexter competed in multiple events and emerged victorious, winning gold in the 50m freestyle and backstroke.
WDSRA and Special Olympics: Where Inclusion, Athletics and Lifelong Friendships Come Together
Meet Andrea — athlete, teammate, cheerleader and friend.
Fromhpenews.com
Davidson County, NC Woman Recognized by Special Olympics
Wilkerson was one of five people awarded and honored at the SONC Billy Quick Leadership Award.
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