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How Special Olympics Helped Stefanie Find Home in a New Country

Stefanie Curtis moved from Germany to the U.S. at 12, facing language barriers and loneliness. Through Special Olympics, she discovered confidence and a chosen family that has helped her reach the 2026 USA Games!

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Seven Hills Panthers Push Through Change as Former Teammate Steps in as Coach

After stepping up from player to coach, Kyle Stokes led the Seven Hills Panthers through a season of big changes. Despite early losses, the team stayed determined and earned an exciting first win!

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Built on Legacy: Cambridge Warriors Return to the National Stage

Gold at States. Tears in the room. And a surprise announcement from Derrick White. The Cambridge Warriors are headed back to the USA Games—led by two 2014 veterans ready to guide a new generation and finish what they started.

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You'll never guess how some professional athletes perfect their footwork

You'll never guess how athletes like Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Steve McLendon, Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman, and English professional soccer player Rio Ferdinand perfected their footwork.

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Road to Orlando: Meet the Vets

Meet the returning Special Olympics MA athletes that are headed to the 2022 USA Games in Orlando!

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Track and Field Sport Specific Trainings

Learn some specific exercises to take your track and field skills to the next level.

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Team represents Massachusetts at National Tennis Tournament

10 athletes and 3 Unified partners represented Special Olympics Massachusetts at the Special Olympics North America Tennis Championship October 17-19, 2019.

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The Best Umpire

It’s day 2 of 2019 Tournament of Champions and the field at the New England Baseball Complex is clearing as teams head to the pavilion for awards.

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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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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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Speed Skating is my Favorite Sport

An experienced World Games athlete, Adams, previously competed in 2009 World Games in Idaho and the Special Olympics National Games in Iowa. But for Adams the 2017 World Games in Austria was different.

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Why Bocce Is One of Special Olympics MA’s Fastest-Growing Sports

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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.