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Point32 Celebrates Special Olympics Athlete Dee Cotter as a ‘Healthy Hero’

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.

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Meet the 2025 Hall of Fame Class: Scott Fraser

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.

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Meet the 2025 Hall of Fame Class: Johnathan and Kyle Titus

Double the laughs, double the impact! The Titus Brothers have lit up courts and hearts. Their bond with law enforcement & passion for inclusion earned them a spot in the 2025 Hall of Fame!

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Stronger Together: Beth and Gina Donahue's Fitness Journey as a Mother-Daughter duo

Beth Donahue and her mom Gina bond through fitness, starting with Zumba and now being certified instructors, they lead inclusive fitness sessions for Special Olympics Massachusetts athletes, promoting health and unity.

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Meet the 2024 Hall of Fame Class: Carolyn Wojcik

Carolyn, beacon of positivity in Special Olympics MA, shines with warmth and resilience. From local to national competitions, her profound impact and unwavering dedication to inclusion led to her Hall of Fame induction.

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Pro Spots Preview: 2024 US Open

Special Olympics Massachusetts golfer, Tyler Lagasse, shares a preview of the 2024 US Open taking place this weekend at Pinehurst #2 in North Carolina.

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Seasoned Special Olympics athlete, Ashley Aldrich, is proud to share her story on 2024 Final Leg Team

Ashley, a dedicated Special Olympics athlete and advocate, is proud to join the 2024 Final Leg team! With a positive attitude and years of involvement, she aims to inspire others to join the cause.

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Pro Sports Preview: 2024 PGA Championship

Special Olympics Massachusetts Golfer, Tyler Lagasse breaks down the field and previews the 2024 edition of the PGA Championship. Learn a bit of history and get a sense for what storylines may play out on the course.

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Going the Xtra Mile—Teamwork Prevails at Annual Jolly Jaunt 5K

When Beth Donahue and Erin Delahunty saw their friend Paula struggling to reach the finish line at the 2023 Boston Jolly Jaunt, they began to back track and ran down the road to help their friend finish the race.

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Athlete Leaders Inspire Special Olympics CEOs Across US

Three athlete leaders, James Day Keith, Tyler Lagasse and Lumene Montissol from Special Olympics Massachusetts spoke in front of Special Olympics CEOs from across the country at the US CEO Meeting which took place in Boston.

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Tyler Lagasse plays alongside New England PGA Interns at Third Annual Birdies 2 Benefit Fundraiser

The New England PGA professionals were impressed with Special Olympics MA Athlete, Tyler Lagasse as he drove a beautiful ceremonial tee shot right down the fairway and asked him to join in on the action for the final round.

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Jake Blatnica always gets back up

Jake Blatnica of Natick, MA probably shouldn’t have been able to play sports, not at the high school level, anyway. Yet, today he is competing at the highest level and was named the Special Olympics High School Athlete of the year.

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Fenway’s Disability Pride Night was a ‘Dream Come True’ for Dorchester Athlete, Radley Theolien

Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete, Radley Theolian was recognized at Fenway on Disability Pride Night. Can you believe this was Radley's first time in the historic ballpark?

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Halfway There: Meet the First Wave of Team Massachusetts USA Games Athletes

Team Massachusetts is heading to the 2026 USA Games! Holden Soccer, Bridgewater-Raynham Flag Football, Bowling, & Cambridge Warriors Basketball are in. More athletes to be announced after Summer Games!

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Train 4 Life Is Changing the Game for Athlete Mental Health and Wellness

Special Olympics MA athletes are learning the power of rest, sleep, and breathing through Train 4 Life—a wellness program focused on fitness, nutrition, and mental health to help them thrive on and off the field.

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Top 5 Moments That Stole Our Hearts During Marathon Weekend

The 2025 Boston Marathon Weekend was unforgettable as the Xtra Mile Team raised $520K for Special Olympics MA. From record runs to powerful personal stories, every mile celebrated inclusion, resilience, and unstoppable spirit.