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Gregg's Guide: Five Fun Fall Activities to Keep You Active this Season

Special Olympics MA athlete, Gregg, shares five favorite fall activities to stay active: apple picking, leaf raking, haunted house visits, soccer, and foliage walks.

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How Athlete Leader Jenny Price is 'Stepping' Up Community Fitness

Jenny Price launched a walking club in Walpole, MA, for Special Olympics athletes, boosting community, physical and mental health, and friendships. With a waitlist growing, it promotes healthy habits and inspires similar initiatives.

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'You are the BEST!' Colin Davidson Sinks Birdie at 22nd Annual Robins Kaplan Golf Tournament

At the 22nd Annual Robins Kaplan Charity Golf Tournament, Colin Davidson amazed participants by sinking a birdie, demonstrating the incredible talent of Special Olympics athletes and surprising everyone with his skill and confidence.

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Introducing Content Squad Athlete Leader Radley Theolien

How did Radley Theolien become a soccer phoenam? His road to stardom started at the age of six, when he was taught by his grandfather.

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How to run the Boston Marathon as a college student

For lifelong athletes, running the Boston Marathon can be seen as a ''bucket list" item. But how can someone run the Marathon if they aren't selected as a Boston Marathon qualifier?

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Unified MLS All-Star Week: Meet the 2022 players from Special Olympics MA

On Monday, August 8th, one Special Olympics MA athlete and Unified partner from the New England Revolution Unified Team will fly to Minnesota to compete in the Special Olympics Unified All-Star Game.

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Larry Crosman brings Special Olympics PA athlete to Boston Marathon

Special Olympics Pennsylvania athlete Ernie Roundtree will be racing in the 125th Boston Marathon. Why? Because it's been a lifelong dream of his.

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Game Changer: Athlete Carl Hanson

Carl Hanson has been competing with Special Olympics Massachusetts for 20 years and he continues to bring overflowing enthusiasm to every event.

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Vincent Pirro

Participating in Special Olympics has given Vincent Pirro the opportunity to be strong and healthy. Now 22 years old, Vincent began competing with Special Olympics at age 9.

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Online Athlete Chat with Mike Kelley

Do you ever get that feeling you are not sure what to do when something comes up and it prevents you from having a discussion with your peers?

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Joseph Hocter knows how to stay busy

In 2019 Joseph trained in 7 different Special Olympics sports, worked out at a boxing gym weekly, fundraised for Special Olympics Massachusetts, attended NortheastArc programs, was a member of local organizations AND worked at a marketplace

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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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Special Olympics MA athletes inspire PGA Pros at 4th Annual Birdies 2 Benefit

New England PGA Pros gathered for the 4th Annual Birdies 2 Benefit at the Andover Country Club. The event raised funds and awareness for Special Olympics Massachusetts and featured nearly 50 participants looking to sink the most birdies.

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How to Train Like an All-Star: Tips and Tricks from Two MLS Unified All-Stars

MLS Unified All-Star Game promotes inclusivity with Special Olympics MA. Mars and Amelia from New England prepare for their big match, emphasizing motivation, hydration, and recovery. Catch their game online on July 23 at 3:30 PM ET.

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