Be a Fan of Inspiration ...

"When I first started playing two years ago, I wasn't that good," Bowers said. "I am better at the game now because I practice all the time."

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Be a Fan of Inclusion ...

Sanders found a new meaning to life when he joined Special Olympics. He said that being a part of this is keeping him off the streets and it's something to look forward to because he made new friends.

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Be a Fan of Sport ...

Martinez, who is from Sullivan County and is coached by Melissa Ebeling, believes that the Special Olympics has helped him stay motivated as well keeping positive.

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News

March 1, 2010

Cori Piels: Special Olympics Athlete Speaks at U.N.


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CoriOn February 2, 2010, Cori Piels traveled to the United Nations to speak at a civil society global forum on behalf of her fellow 48,000 athletes of Special Olympics New York. On a panel before representatives from throughout the world, Cori, a Special Olympics figure skater from Rochester, shared her story of overcoming neglect and exclusion, while finding strength and confidence through sports. Today, she is an advocate for more 3 million Special Olympics athletes throughout the world, which is changing attitudes, fostering community building, and providing a more inclusive and accepting world for all people.






















































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