Jefferson County Lieutenant Shaun Cuddeback to Run 7 Marathons in 7 Days to Fundraise for Special Olympics New York
Funds to Support Athletes Heading to World Games in 2025
Watertown, NY – Special Olympics New York is honored to have Shaun Cuddeback, lieutenant with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, raising funds for its 2025 World Games Delegation.
Lt. Cuddeback will be one of several Law Enforcement Torch Runners carrying the Flame of Hope at Italy’s World Games, March 8 – 16, 2025. In addition, Special Olympics NY will be sending 21 other athletes, partners, and coaches to the games, along with fellow Torch Runner and athlete Jacob Babcock.
“We are so fortunate to have champions like Shaun contributing to our movement,” said Stacey Hengsterman, President and CEO of Special Olympics NY. “World Games is a dream come true for our athletes, and it would not be possible without Shaun and those who will donate to his campaign.”
“[These athletes] put their heart and soul into it,” said Lt. Cuddeback. “If you can spare a couple of dollars to send them to some competitions, that’s what this is all about.”
For every athlete and Unified partner making the trip to Italy, the cost to Special Olympics New York is approximately $10,000.
Lt. Cuddeback will begin his seven marathons Monday, August 26 and conclude with the Sackets Harbor Marathon on Sunday, September 1. Those interested in supporting him in his fundraising efforts may do so at this link.
Lt. Cuddeback’s marathons will begin each day at 6am, rain or shine, at the following locations:
- Monday, August 26: Carthage High School
- Tuesday, August 27: South Jefferson’s Wilson Building
- Wednesday, August 28: Calcium Nature Trail (start at the Rt 11/Patterson Rd trailhead)
- Thursday, August 29: General Brown High School
- Friday, August 30: Indian River High School
- Saturday, August 31: Ft. Drum’s McGrath Gymnasium
- Sunday, September 1: Madison Barracks Polo Field
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