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How Special Olympics MA is Riding the Pickleball Wave to Enhance Skills and Community

Pickleball is capturing hearts everywhere, including at Special Olympics Massachusetts. It helps athletes with intellectual disabilities improve skills and connect with others, enhancing fun and inclusion year-round.

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Pedaling with Purpose: Joe Whalen on His Journey with Kevin’s Krewe and the Impact of Special Olympics

Joe Whalen talks about his journey with Kevin’s Krewe, fundraising experience, and his cousin Nick’s sports achievements as a Special Olympics athlete. He shares tips for COVAC ride prep and his passion for inclusive sports.

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Ward Construction Reels in Support for Special Olympics MA at the 8th Annual Charter Cup Fishing Tournament

Ward Construction supports Special Olympics MA at the Charter Cup Fishing Tournament. Katie and Erik Ward merge their love for fishing with charity, raising $21,000 for athletes across the state.

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How Two Families ‘Took the Plunge’ into the Unknown and Brought Inclusion to their Community

Swim for Quinn, Freeze for Addy Louise has plunged at Nantasket Beach from 2019 to the present—raising more than $50,000 for Special Olympics MA. According to Maggie and Katelyn, the team is all about having fun!

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Lieutenant LJ Jedrey hits the road to help Special Olympics MA reach $1 Million this Plunge season

LJ Jedrey, Andy Larose and Al Pires are headed to Michigan to retrieve an incredible, unique vehicle that will help Special Olympics MA on its road to $1 Million… the Bear Force One.

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Annual Celebration of Inclusion recognizes leaders who are propelling the mission of Special Olympics to new heights

This year’s Celebration of Inclusion took place on December 4th at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Library and welcomed Special Olympics Massachusetts community members from across the state.

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2023 Leadership Conference Connects Coaches off the Field

Once a year, Special Olympics MA invites the coaches of the movement to come together for an overnight leadership conference where they can expand their education, interact with other coaches, and be celebrated by the organization.

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Educating the Educators: Special Olympics MA hosts first Annual UCS Conference

On Friday, October 6th school leaders from around the state enthusiastically joined Special Olympics MA at Bentley University for the Unified Champion Schools Conference.

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Xtra Mile cycling team, Kevin’s Krewe gears up for Connecticut Valley Century Ride and hopes to double participation by next year

Kevin’s Krewe rides in the Connecticut Valley Century Ride (COVAC) as part of the Special Olympics Ma Xtra Mile, and has raised more than $20,000 this year.

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Andover Unified Pickleball Classic bridges fundraising with community

What began as just an idea to bring pickleball to Special Olympics Massachusetts has grown into a full day pickleball tournament and community event.

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Three reasons why you should run the Boston Marathon for Special Olympics Massachusetts

Corinne Genova is a health and physical education teacher at Somerville High School, who had always dreamt of running the Boston Marathon.

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Worcester State University Special Olympics Cheerleading Program Heads to Gillette

When Special Olympics cheerleaders stepped onto the field during the last local flag football game of the season at Worcester State University, they were met with a wave of support from football players, coaches, families, and friends.

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National Volunteer Week!

National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration to recognize volunteers who lend their time and talent to support causes they care about within their communities.

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Brody is running for a more Unified future; but his journey won’t stop at the finish line

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How is Carlisle Chief of Police Andrew Amendola bringing together LETR, Polar Plunge, and Xtra Mile on ONE day!?

As a member of the 2024 Boston Marathon Xtra Mile Team, Chief Amendola is bringing an LETR sponsored Polar Plunge to his community as a fundraising initiative to support his run and simultaneously spread awareness.