Every week or two someone passes along a viral video about an individual with special needs and the amazing story behind the person. Many of these stories happen on the sports fields of high schools and colleges around the country.
We have collected 10 of the most amazing special needs moments in sports and present the videos below.
Author: Tzvi Schectman Publication: The Friendship Circle
Date: 3-01-13
Glacier had a comfortable lead over Big Sky in the fourth quarter, so Collier and fellow coach Jeff Heath pulled the officials aside and filled them in on their plan to allow Patrick to run the field and score. The officials, in turn, notified Glacier coaches Tracy Moon and Kyle Kercher so the Glacier players could help carry out the play. View Entire Article
Author: Lynnette Hintze Publication: San Francisco Chronicle Date: 11-01-2012
Imagine having to prepare five-star dishes on national television for some of the world’s best chefs – without seeing any of the food or cooking utensils. View Entire Article
Publication: Fox New Date: 09-09-2012
Gabriel Muniz is an 11 year old boy from Brazil that was born without feet… but he has a talent that makes him stand out more than the condition he was born with – he is a soccer player! View Entire Article
Publication: God Vine
A record 2.2 million tickets have been sold for the London 2012 Paralympic Games to date, with 2.5 million expected to be made available in total. View Entire Article
Publication: Paralympic Website
The Best Of Men is the remarkable and uplifting true story of the birth of the Paralympic Games and its visionary creator Dr. Ludwig Guttmann. View Entire Article
Publication: Paralympic Website Date: 8-16-12
Tears welled up in his eyes as he completed yet another round of interviews, describing over and over the biggest day in what’s been a remarkable young life. View Entire Article
Author: James Mirtle Publication: The Globe and Mail
Justin Hines is a young Canadian singer/songwriter releasing his first album in the U.S. called “Days to Recall” and Tracy Smith from CBS reports how his music, and story, will inspire you. View Video Article
Publication: CBS News
Some of His Music Videos
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Message from Timothy Carey:
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and Celebrating Abilities present Justin Hines at the Performing Arts Center in Appleton. Tuesday, March 12 2013 at 7:30 PM. I am a part of the Celebrating Abilities Board partially responsible for bringing Justin to the PAC.
February 19, 2012 (CHICAGO) (WLS) — Music therapy is a significant support for children with different disabilities. Not just singing, but also using instruments.
Matthew Dinkel, 11, has liked music since he was a baby. View Entire Article
Author: Karin Meyer Publication: ABC Local Chicago
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