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Special Olympians return with medals

The Special Olympics Escambia/Santa Rosa team poses with a photo with U.S. Olympians Justin Gatlin and Kellie Wells.

Special Olympics Escambia /Santa Rosa had a successful return from the State Fall Classic Competition on Nov. 16-17 at ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando.

Members of the team competed in power lifting, artistic and rhythmic gymnastics and bowling. Pensacola’s own Olympian Justin Gatlin was able to meet with local Special Olympics athletes for a photo during the event. London 2012 Bronze medalist Kellie Wells gave the opening motivational speech, along with seven other Olympic Team USA members. 

For the complete story, see the Dec. 6 issue of Navarre Press or subscribe online.

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