#Bestof2017: Little Voice
This last week of 2017, we have looked at some of the moments that define the movement here at Special Olympics Southern California. There were so many, but we are […]
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Michael Roth: Magnetizing
By Christian Barel As a child, Michael Roth was known for his magnetizing persona. At the age of 11, during a family trip to the Grand Canyon, he easily made
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Paul Lapre: Banner Year
Few have had as thrilling a 2017 calendar year than Special Olympics Southern California softball athlete Paul Lapre, whose highlights include throwing out the first pitch at Dodger Stadium and
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Pushing Boundaries
Amanda Stegall was once hesitant about competing athletically – not because she wasn’t intrigued, but for safety reasons. Amanda, who has cerebral palsy, is appreciative of a selection of non-contact
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#Bestof2017: Determination
This last week of 2017, we will take a look at some of the moments that define the movement here at Special Olympics Southern California. There were so many, but
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Gaining a Voice
Prior to starting with Special Olympics Southern California, Digna Punsalang has always known her daughter Patricia to be more reserved and quiet. But during a get-together among her peers, Patricia
Athlete Looks to Fulfill Hoop Dreams at USA Games
By Christian Barel Nihan Uslu finds balance in her life by practicing yoga. Four years of the tranquil activity has activated an interaction between her inner-self and body. Yoga is
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Track Standout to Lean On Family at USA Games
By Christian Barel Krystal Johnson is one of the 70 lucky athletes chosen to represent Southern California for the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle. Among the 3,500 athletes
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Driven by Competiton
By Christian Barel Danielle Moore’s life has always been sports-centric. At a young age, she was regularly involved in different sports, playing in leagues for local churches and parks. It
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A Wealth of Perseverance
By Christian Barel There is no challenge that Rebecca Nerney can’t overcome. In 45 years as a Special Olympics athlete, she’s honed her skillset and built upon her confidence as
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