Be a Fan of Inspiration ...
"When I first started playing two years ago, I wasn't that good," Bowers said. "I am better at the game now because I practice all the time."
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Sanders found a new meaning to life when he joined Special Olympics. He said that being a part of this is keeping him off the streets and it's something to look forward to because he made new friends.
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Martinez, who is from Sullivan County and is coached by Melissa Ebeling, believes that the Special Olympics has helped him stay motivated as well keeping positive.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
1,600 athletes and coaches from across the state will participate in the 2013 State Summer Games, featuring competitions in Athletics (Track & Field), Aquatics, Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, Gymnastics, Tennis and Volleyball. The University at Buffalo will host our athletes, along with, Flips Gymnastics & Sport, AMF Thruway Lanes, Buffalo Niagara Court Center and more community event centers will be serving as host sites.
The Summer Games are one of three annual state games and one of more than 5,200 competitive experiences held each year throughout New York. All events are free and open to the public.
Opening Ceremonies: Friday, June 14th at 8 PM at University at Buffalo, featuring the Parade of Athletes, entertainment and the lighting of the Special Olympics Cauldron.
Athletic Competition: Saturday, June 15th, in eight Olympic-style sports.
Volunteers are needed to: Set up and break down sports venues, distribute lunches, sell merchandise, and help with our Opening Ceremonies, and Olympic Village. Staff the following athletic venues: Athletics (Track & Field), Aquatics, Basketball, Bowling, Powerlifting, Gymnastics, Tennis and Volleyball & the most important role… to be ‘FANS in the Stands’ at Opening Ceremonies and at sports venues, cheering the athletes on to victory. Click here to fill out the online volunteer application form.
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