Coach Ann Marie Dawes has dedicated 20 years to coaching Special Olympics athletes, helping them grow in skill and confidence. A Hall of Fame coach and passionate mentor, she continues to inspire.

Jessica Lappin overcomes challenges with strength and joy. She excels in bowling, golf, cheer, and bocce, advocates for inclusion, and shares her journey through the Special Olympics MA Content Squad.

Sydney Brooks has overcome childhood surgeries to excel in basketball, bowling, and flag football. Now, she dreams of becoming a public speaker to advocate for disability rights and spread awareness.

After losing her mother in 2024, Special Olympics athlete Anita Griffin found comfort and strength in her Special Olympics family. Their support helped her excel, earning third place in bocce and top female bowler in the state.

After a serious finger injury ended his flag football season, Matthew Cobb turned setback into strength. With hard work, OT, and support, he recovered and returned to play basketball in 2025—ready to take the field again for flag football.

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.

Special Olympics MA teams saw excitement on the court this season, especially the LIFE program which trained over 50 basketball athletes across four different teams!

The LIFE Force Special Olympics athletes were filled with excitement as they were shipping up their way to Boston to compete in the 2023 Summer Games.

Did you know how many steps you should take per day by walking? The advice that we should take 10,000 steps per day is more of a marketing concept than based on your health. Taking far fewer steps may have notable benefits.

First-time Living Independently Forever (LIFE) Special Olympics athlete swimmer Matt Oremland competed in his first Special Olympics Swimming Qualifier at Bridgewater State University.