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Justin’s Journey: How one Facebook message changed the course of his life

A Facebook message changed Justin’s life, launching him into Special Olympics MA as a Unified Partner. This initial volunteer role evolved into a rewarding career, fueling his passion for helping individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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How old do you have to be to make a difference in the world?

At just 12 years old, Harrison Mendrala discovered Special Olympics and has now dedicated a decade to coaching—driven by a passion for community, achievement, and building lasting relationships with athletes.

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Meet the 2024 Hall of Fame Class: Jay Barnes

Jay Barnes, heart of Haverhill's Special Olympics, honored into Special Olympics MA Hall of Fame. Dedicated to athletes and son Christopher's legacy, Jay inspires with love and leadership, raising community spirits and achievements.

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Coach Spotlight - James Sheridan

Jim has been very active as a coach and assistant coach for many years, covering all of our sports year round including flag football, basketball, softball and now with football, soccer skills, and cornhole.

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2020 National Coaches Day – Tyrone Hicks

This year for National Coaches Day we are recognizing three outstanding Special Olympics Massachusetts coaches.

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2020 National Coaches Day - Andrew Christopher

Andrew came to us without any connection to Special Olympics or a Special Olympics athlete. He chose to join us, as an assistant floor hockey coach, because he wanted to make a difference.

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2020 National Coaches Day - Ted Canty

This an dedication about my coach Ted. Ted lives with his elderly parents, while working a very busy job, and still finds the time to help us out with our Special Olympics team.

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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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Meet Xtra Mile 2019 Boston Marathon Runner Abbie Kaiser

Abbie Kaiser grew up in Portland, Oregon, and now lives in Boston, Massachusetts. At one time running was just a hobby, but now she trains more seriously and does other things in her free time.

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2018 Bowl for a Goal with the New England Revolution

On August 1, 2018, the New England Revolution first team joined the Revs Unified team for the fourth annual Bowl For a Goal event, sponsored by Arbella Insurance.

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Anne DeForge sits down with James Day Keith about his role in 'Champions'

‍I had the honor to sit and chat with Massachusetts own James Keith, who plays Benny in the movie Champions, a movie with most of the main characters played by people with special needs.

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The Play Unified Podcast

Listen in to the Special Olympics MA Play Unified Podcast. The show features co-hosts Mike Kelley, Charles Hirsch, Erin Fish, and Ali Phaneuf.