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Paralympic Champion Launches Free Sports Program for Kids with Disabilities

Paralympic Champion Launches Free Sports Program for Kids with Disabilities

Gold medalist creates opportunities for young athletes who might otherwise be overlooked.

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Adaptive Sports Program Serves 50,000 Athletes with Disabilities

Adaptive Sports Program Serves 50,000 Athletes with Disabilities

A groundbreaking initiative has transformed the lives of 50,000 athletes with disabilities, proving that sports truly are for everyone.

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Community Basketball League Reduces Youth Crime by 60%

Community Basketball League Reduces Youth Crime by 60%

An inner-city basketball program has achieved what law enforcement couldn't: a dramatic 60% reduction in youth crime through the power of sport.

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Retired Athletes Fund 500 Scholarships for Underprivileged Kids

Retired Athletes Fund 500 Scholarships for Underprivileged Kids

A coalition of retired professional athletes has created a scholarship fund that has now sent 500 underprivileged students to college.

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Women's Sports Viewership Doubles in Record-Breaking Year

Women's Sports Viewership Doubles in Record-Breaking Year

Television ratings and attendance for women's sports have doubled, marking a historic shift in how America watches athletics.

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Surfing Therapy Helps Veterans Overcome PTSD

Surfing Therapy Helps Veterans Overcome PTSD

A unique surfing program has helped over 2,000 veterans manage PTSD symptoms, finding healing in the waves.

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Youth Soccer Program Unites Rival Neighborhoods

Youth Soccer Program Unites Rival Neighborhoods

A youth soccer league deliberately mixing kids from rival neighborhoods has bridged deep community divides through the beautiful game.

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Marathon Raises $10 Million for Children's Hospital

Marathon Raises $10 Million for Children's Hospital

The annual charity marathon has raised a record $10 million for pediatric cancer research and treatment.

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Blind Runner Completes 100-Mile Ultramarathon with Guide Team

Blind Runner Completes 100-Mile Ultramarathon with Guide Team

A visually impaired athlete has completed one of the world's most challenging ultramarathons, guided by a dedicated team through mountains and darkness.

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Sports Equipment Recycling Program Equips 100 Schools

Sports Equipment Recycling Program Equips 100 Schools

A program collecting gently used sports equipment has now provided gear to 100 underfunded schools.

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Community Pool Saved from Closure by Volunteer Effort

Community Pool Saved from Closure by Volunteer Effort

Faced with budget cuts, residents rallied to save their beloved community pool through an inspiring volunteer effort.

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