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At 11 Years Old Talia Is Redefining What It Means to Be a Teammate

At 11 years old, Talia Zizza joined Special Olympics MA as a Unified Partner and built an incredible friendship with athlete India Reynolds. Together, they’ve inspired millions with their determination, inclusion, and joy on and off the tra

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Breaking Barriers: Roxbury Latin Student Heads Special Olympics Tennis Clinic

A Roxbury Latin student partnered with Special Olympics MA to host an inclusive tennis clinic, breaking barriers and creating access. Athletes gained confidence, volunteers built connections, and everyone left inspired.

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Fan Turns Out to Celebrate Revs Unified All-Stars Liam & Remy

At Bowl for a Goal, Revs fans celebrated Unified All-Stars Liam Wise & Remy St. Germain, fresh from representing New England at MLS All-Star Week—proving local athletes can shine on the national stage.

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From Athlete to Coach

The experience of being a coach taught me how to pass along my experience to others, see the development of one or more athletes, and giving them something to learn about when playing that sport.

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Gregg Gallant's Story - Natick Passion Plunge 2020

I'm Gregg and I am very excited to be part of your plunge today in support of Special Olympics.

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My experience in Special Olympics

For me, being an athlete in Special Olympics was one choice that helped me make a change. Without Special Olympics, I don’t know what I would be to this day.

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Mother/daughter Unified pair to compete in bocce

Madgalena Margelony of Shrewsbury decided 84 was the perfect age to start playing bocce with her daughter Theresa as a Unified partner.

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2019 Gatorade Player of the Year

Massachusetts Girls Soccer Gatorade State Player of the Year, Cat Barry awarded Special Olympics Massachusetts with a $1,000 grant to help accomplish our mission of providing inclusive sports competition and leadership opportunities.

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A talk with athlete Melissa Reilly and Olympic Figure Skater Michelle Kwan

On Tuesday April 2nd, Harvard Law School Project on Disability hosted a conversation with two decorated athletes, Olympic figure skater Michelle Kwan and Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete Melissa Joy Reilly.

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Youth Ambassador has eye-opening experience at Schools Conference

Elyse Whittemore is a junior at Auburn High School and was selected as a 2019 Special Olympics U.S. Youth Ambassador.

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Berkshire County Arc athlete oldest competitor at Senior Sports Classic

Some adults might consider their athletic careers over after their 20’s or 30’s, but Edward Therrien of Pittsfield is still competing as a Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete at the age of 80.

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Q & A with athlete Amanda Church

Amanda Church is a Special Olympics athlete with the LIFE Program on the Cape. Amanda has been competing in Special Olympics for more than 15 years and currently competes in basketball, swimming, and soccer.

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USA Games Spotlight: Tyler Lagasse

Tyler Lagasse of Tyngsboro will be the lone golfer from Massachusetts heading to the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle, WA. As a high-level competitor, Tyler qualified to compete in the elite athlete division at Willows Run.

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Why 7v7 Soccer is a Game Changer for Special Olympics Massachusetts

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Danny Williamson Makes History as First Athlete Elected to LETR Leadership Council for Special Olympics MA

Danny Williamson is the first athlete elected to the LETR Leadership Council for Special Olympics MA, a historic milestone highlighting inclusion and athlete leadership in shaping the movement's future.

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Re-Winding 2024: Community Milestones That Made Waves (literally)!

Special Olympics Massachusetts celebrated a record-breaking 2024 with $1M raised in the Polar Plunge, Yousef’s Boston Marathon ride, the first athlete on the LETR council, Statehouse Day for Inclusion, and a new Hall of Fame class.