By Becky Nelson

“Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.”

The Special Olympics’ athlete’s oath touches on one of the most exciting elements of the program – the ability of the athletes to compete for the sake of competing and not solely for coming in first.

Athletes participating in the Special Olympics train throughout the year working with teammates and developing their physical fitness, as well as friendships and life skills they carry with them outside the competitions.  read more »