Building a Family Through Sports: Joan and Tim Sharpe’s Blue Dragons Journey
Joan Sharpe became involved with Special Olympics more than 40 years ago after the encouragement from a friend to attend an event. After attending the event, she wanted to get
Farewell to the 2024 Polar Plunge: A Recap
As the winter chill begins to thaw and spring flowers bloom, we bid farewell to yet another exhilarating Polar Plunge Series*. With 8 locations to choose from, we got freezin’
It’s in the Bag: Supporting Those with Intellectual Disabilities While Supporting Special Olympics
By Brenda Stuart-Ryan, Denver journalist and frequent volunteer with Special Olympics Colorado I have won numerous awards in my career as a journalist, but none are as meaningful
Special Olympics Colorado is Championing Inclusive Health
By Erin Holloway, Special Olympics Colorado Athlete On a cold and windy January day, I was starting to feel a scratchiness in my throat and something building in my
Greg Mark: A Fitness Captain and Advocate for Special Olympics Colorado
Greg Mark has dedicated over half a century to Special Olympics Colorado, not just as an athlete but also as a coach and a fitness captain. From competing alongside his
Angie and Marissa: Dedicated Health Messengers and Athlete Leaders for Special Olympics Colorado
Angie Kassem and Marissa Powers are dedicated Health Messengers for Special Olympics Colorado, passionately promoting healthy lifestyles among their peers. Angie, having joined in 2004, cherishes her involvement in the
How to Turn a Dream Into a Goal
JeMarques (JJ) Bruens, a young man who has grown up as a Unified partner in the Special Olympics, has found his passion and purpose in becoming a doctor. Through hisJune is Oral Health Month!
By Kaylee Holmes and Eva Biznichuk, Students at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine Our oral cavity is the gateway to our body. What we eat and drink
It’s Finally Happening: Amanda Leonard Heads to the 2023 World Games in Berlin
Special Olympics athlete Amanda Leonard, after a 3-year delay due to event cancelations, will finally represent USA in swimming at the 2023 World Games in Berlin, marking her first international