ATHLETES & UNIFIED PARTNERS
Real Stories from Athletes and Unified Partners
ATHLETES & UNIFIED PARTNERS
Real Stories from Athletes and Unified Partners
Discover What Makes Special Olympics Meaningful Straight from the Voices of the Athletes & Unified Partners
Meet Rebecca from Menifee!
Rebecca is all smiles when she’s on the lanes, showing off her focus, form, and fantastic energy! 🏆 Along with being a proud SOSC bowler, she also loves the friendships she’s built.
Let’s cheer Rebecca on as she continues to strike up success—one frame at a time! 👏🎉
Meet Bryan from Bakersfield!
Meet Jordan Wall
Jordan is an athlete who has played swimming, bowling, tennis, and cheerleading with the Special Olympics for 12 years. One of her favorite memories is running with the torch at the Torch Run with the LAPD officers. Jordan’s advice to anyone looking to join the Special Olympics is to “Don’t give up and have fun!”
Meet Rachel Osterbach
Rachel has played basketball, soccer, rhythmic gymnastics, and floor hockey with the Special Olympics for over 30 years. One of her favorite memories is going to Iowa and meeting Rafer Johnson.
Meet Jared Kozak
In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, we want to highlight the amazing and multifaceted Jared Kozak! Jared is 34 years old, and has been in the Special Olympics for 21 years where he has participated in five sports, including basketball, track and field, golf, and bowling! His favorite sport is golfing, and one of his favorite memories is getting a standing ovation from the crowd at a tournament!
Meet Jessica Simon
In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, we want to highlight the amazing and multifaceted Jared Kozak! Jared is 34 years old, and has been in the Special Olympics for 21 years where he has participated in five sports, including basketball, track and field, golf, and bowling! His favorite sport is golfing, and one of his favorite memories is getting a standing ovation from the crowd at a tournament!
Meet Brandon Harrington
There are many ways to describe Brandon Harrington; he’s funny, approachable, and charismatic, but most importantly, he is loveable. This characteristic speaks volumes about the type of person Brandon is. Born with Down syndrome, Brandon has faced and conquered challenges that would daunt most. His life, a testament to the unwavering determination and an infectious smile, inspires all who know him.
Meet Sasha Cruz
Long Beach athlete Sasha calls Special Olympics her second family. She has learned to love the experience of playing, not just winning.
Meet Krystal Johnson
As a SOSC athlete, Krystal plays multiple sports and does her best to win medals while having fun. She is also a Special Olympics Global Messenger and SOSC Board member!
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