Everywhere we go, we carry the Flame of Hope. Being part of the 2025 Final Leg Team changed my life—I made friends, gave speeches, and lit the cauldron at the 2025 Summer Games Opening Ceremonies.

Officer Ryan Maxfield had never been involved with Special Olympics—until one day at Gillette Stadium changed everything. Now he’s all in, running the Final Leg and carrying the Flame of Hope with his son in mind.

Danny Williamson is the first athlete elected to the LETR Leadership Council for Special Olympics MA, a historic milestone highlighting inclusion and athlete leadership in shaping the movement's future.

Officer Chris Liacos' LETR journey started at a Flag Football State Tournament. He has since found family and inclusion in Special Olympics—reflecting the impact of Law Enforcement partnerships across the state.

Sgt. Kirkpatrick's journey with Special Olympics started with a friend's invitation. Since then, she has made heartfelt connections with athletes and massively grown her involvement!

Ashley, a dedicated Special Olympics athlete and advocate, is proud to join the 2024 Final Leg team! With a positive attitude and years of involvement, she aims to inspire others to join the cause.

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.

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.

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

On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, Retired Attleboro Police Chief Richard 'Rick' Pierce was awarded the 2020 John Carion 'Unsung Hero' Award by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics International Executive Council.