Everyone needs a hero. Someone they look up to and aspire to be like. A person who defies all odds and is courageous in attempting to overcome obstacles in his way.
For many, a hero is someone they know – someone who demonstrates every day what it takes to live in a way that transforms others. The Special Olympic Games Meet the Heroes The video series features Special Olympics athletes who are just that: heroes within their sports and communities, who have become heroes of the global inclusive movement.
As you dive in Meet the HeroesLearn about the Special Olympics athletes whose stories come to life on screen.
Witness Michal DolinskyA Slovak MATP Skier who, under the guidance of his coach, who is also his father, uses a sit ski to participate in sports.
Meet the Brave boysA Namibian Floor ball team, who gave everything for their country during the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin.
See the dedication of Cecelia RodriguezA Paraguayan 3×3 basketball player, who overcame the exclusion of her past through the love of her sport.
Check out Madison Cyr, a Canadian Alpine skierwho found her footing on the slopes and joy in training thanks to her brother’s connection with Special Olympics.
These athletes have become heroes to those around them and now to the world. They are not just idols for people with intellectual disabilities or within the Special Olympics movement, but for anyone who has ever been told: ‘no’, ‘you can’t do that’, ‘you will never be good enough’, ‘you don’t belong’.
Everyone has a place to belong in Special Olympics, and with our help Meet the Heroes heroes, everyone understands why. They want to do what society consistently deems impossible and show how possible dreams can be.
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