Mary Carlene Mosca, one of the earliest Special Olympics athletes, inspired a movement for inclusion. Her legacy lives on as her family continues to honor her through the Polar Plunge.

From international competition to USA Games prep, Unified teams traveling coast to coast, athlete voices being heard, and friendships formed on and off the field, 2025 highlighted how inclusion creates moments bigger than medals.

Youth pathways expanded, Unified city schools multiplied, basketball returned, running opportunities grew, and participation surged 121%. Boston showed what’s possible when inclusive sports are built citywide.