Auna Pines has proven to not only be brave in the attempt, but persistent enough to turn a no into a yes. The Special Olympics Westside athlete has been a runner since the age of 12. She’s taken a liking to long-distance races. Her motivation, however, was fueled when she did not qualify within the […]
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Special Olympics athletes across Southern California are preparing to close out the 2019 competition calendar. The fall season consists of five sports: golf, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. Among the competitions on the event calendar, the North (Oct. 26) and Central (Oct. 19) divisions will host respective Divisional Fall Games competitions. The season will culminate
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By Emma Lee Long Beach/Whittier athlete Jared Kozak was presented with the Richard L. Van Kirk Outstanding Outreach Achievement Award at Special Olympics Southern California\’s Board of Directors meeting on Thursday. Presented annually since 2001, the award is named after Special Olympics Southern California’s first president. After passing away in November 2018, his son now
LONG BEACH, Calif. (September 3, 2019) – Special Olympics Southern California has announced that Fillmore High School and Trabuco Hills High School, both Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools, are receiving National Banner Recognition for their efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and without disabilities. Fillmore High School and Trabuco Hills High
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By Chris Jones The fall sports season for Special Olympics Southern California is quickly approaching. As the Bowling Championship concluded in epic fashion, we expect more exhilarating and inclusion-oriented play from SOSC athletes. Fall season will consist of five sports: golf, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. With over thousands of athletes throughout Southern California looking
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By Chris Jones SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (Sep 3, 2019) – Dunkin’, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, is once again partnering with local law enforcement to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics Southern California on September 12. Law enforcement agencies throughout Southern California will stake out on Dunkin’ rooftops to rally supporters
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