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What They’re Saying at 2019 Summer Games – Day 2
Special Olympics Southern California's athletes, coaches and volunteers brought the same enthusiasm to Day 2 of the 50th annual Summer Games on Sunday at Cal State Long Beach. Medals were won, high-fives were exchanged and lifelong memories were created. Here's what a few of the attendees had to say: "It's like a family to me. ...

What They’re Saying at 2019 Summer Games – Day 1
The first of two days of Special Olympics Southern California Summer Games action is in the books. The event brings together an assortment of people from across Southern California. Here's what a few of them had to say on Day 1: “My favorite part is racing against people so I can challenge them." -John Rojo, ...

What They’re Saying at the 2017 Fall Games – Day 2
Every Fall Games competition brings together a wide array of athletes, coaches and volunteers. Here’s what some of them had to say Sunday during the second day of competition at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park, and Fountain Bowl: "I've worked with kids, anything from Down syndrome to autism... working with special education ...

What They’re Saying at the 2017 Fall Games – Day 1
Every Fall Games competition brings together a wide array of athletes, coaches and volunteers. Here's what some of them had to say during the first day of competition at the Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park: "I learned about Special Olympics and thought it was a great opportunity. I wanted to join. The atmosphere ...