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Do you have a story about a Special Olympics athlete, coach or volunteer you want to share?
Are you a volunteer that would like to share an outstanding moment that you've been a part of?

Share your stories and photo with Kim (kbanford@specialolympics.ab.ca) to be featured on the website, newsletter, and social media.

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“Special Olympics taught me how to make new friends and taught me how to be a champion.” – Team Canada swimmer Jordan MacLeod. Jordan MacLeod is a...
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Inspirational. Motivational. Dedicated. All Star Coach. These are just a few of the words that can be used to describe Special Olympics Alberta (SOA)...
Shawn and Brock
A lack of fresh snow in Calgary forced the cancellation of cross country skiing at the 2019 Special Olympics Alberta Winter Games , but now they will...
Peter and Doug
The 2019 Special Olympics Alberta Winter Games are only four days away and Special Olympics Alberta – Vegreville athletes Doug Hopper and Peter...
Tyler Larson
Blink and you will miss him skating by you. Tyler Larson is a 16-year-old speed skater who has been competing with Special Olympics Alberta – Red Deer...
Philip Mullen
From the moment fresh snow hits the ground you can find Philip Mullen grabbing his gear and preparing for a day on the ski hill. The 24-year-old...
Braylon Hyggen
Sometimes all it takes is one event, one moment, to understand the impact you can have by helping others and for Constable Braylon Hyggen, that “a-ha”...
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Francene Scott is a 37-year-old athlete who competes with Special Olympics Alberta-Grande Prairie and was the recipient of the 2018 Athlete Spirit...
Josh Petrone
If there is a story to be found Josh Petrone is always ready to get the inside scoop. Josh is an invaluable member of the Special Olympics Alberta...
Jodi Flanagan
It is hard to imagine the progress of Special Olympics Alberta (SOA) over the past 28 years without Jodi Flanagan and her impact as a coach and...