Sources: The Elkhart Truth and la2015.org
Beginning July 25th through August 2nd, the Special Olympics World Games will be held in venues across Los Angeles from Long Beach to Griffith Park.
Held every two years, this summer over 6,500 athletes will compete in the following sports: aquatics, athletics, badminton, basketball, beach volleyball, bocce, bowling, cycling, equestrian, soccer, golf, gymnastics, half marathon, handball, judo, kayaking, open water swimming, roller skating, sailing, softball, table tennis, tennis, triathalon, volleyball, and powerlifting.
Spotlighting powerlifter Amanda Cayton, we wish her a strong meet as she represents USA (Benton Central High School in Oxford, Indiana). This is her first time attending the world games and her first time flying on an airplane. Good luck Amanda!
Read Amanda's story
For more information about Special Olympics, competition results, a competition schedule, and athlete/sport information, visit www.la2015.org.
