Stefanie Curtis moved from Germany to the U.S. at 12, facing language barriers and loneliness. Through Special Olympics, she discovered confidence and a chosen family that has helped her reach the 2026 USA Games!

Erin Delahunty, a longtime Special Olympics MA athlete and wellness advocate, was named Tufts Health Plan's first Healthy Hero of 2026, honoring her leadership, lifelong commitment to health, and inclusive sport.

From international competition to USA Games prep, Unified teams traveling coast to coast, athlete voices being heard, and friendships formed on and off the field, 2025 highlighted how inclusion creates moments bigger than medals.

Team Massachusetts is officially set for the 2026 USA Games! Athletes, coaches & Unified partners from across the state are ready to represent MA in Minnesota. Meet the full delegation and get inspired!

At 11 years old, Talia Zizza joined Special Olympics MA as a Unified Partner and built an incredible friendship with athlete India Reynolds. Together, they’ve inspired millions with their determination, inclusion, and joy on and off the tra

A Roxbury Latin student partnered with Special Olympics MA to host an inclusive tennis clinic, breaking barriers and creating access. Athletes gained confidence, volunteers built connections, and everyone left inspired.

At Bowl for a Goal, Revs fans celebrated Unified All-Stars Liam Wise & Remy St. Germain, fresh from representing New England at MLS All-Star Week—proving local athletes can shine on the national stage.

After a decade of advocacy, Melissa Reilly returned to the State House to witness the Massachusetts Senate pass a bill she championed—removing harmful language from 362 laws and advancing inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities.

Dee Cotter was honored with the Healthy Hero award by Point32Health for her leadership in sport and wellness. A champion athlete and advocate, Dee inspires through inclusion, fitness, and her impact on the Final Leg.

For nearly 40 years, Scott Fraser has led with heart. From athlete to advocate, he honors his late partner Lauren by sharing the power of inclusion and showing others what it means to keep going.