PBS to Broadcast Special Olympics New York State Winter Games Feature Ahead of Paris 2024 Olympics

Hour-Long Special Available On Demand at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 25

Syracuse, NY – Special Olympics New York and WCNY are proud to present an hour-long special on PBS ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The special, featuring Special Olympics New York champions, coaches, families, and volunteers from throughout the state, will be available to watch on demand, beginning at 5 p.m. Thursday, July 25.

A livestream will be available to viewers in the Central New York Region at pbs.org/livestream/ and to all viewers at wcny.org/adaptivesports/.

In February, approximately 600 athletes and coaches from across New York participated in the 2024 Special Olympics New York State Winter Games in Syracuse. The athletes competed in four sports – floorball, alpine skiing, figure skating, and snowshoeing – and celebrated inclusion with the Syracuse community.

“Special Olympics athletes showcase competition in its purest form: The courage to confront challenges, the will to defy expectations, the character to display sportsmanship, and the drive to reach new levels of excellence,” said WCNY President & CEO Mitch Gelman. “These events brought people together and provided athletes with the opportunity to compete in authentic sports, showcasing their talents and strengths. WCNY is excited to partner with Special Olympics New York and bring viewers this in-depth look at the Games.”

“Everyone deserves the opportunity to be a champion and go for the gold; and athletes with disabilities are some of the bravest champions you will ever meet,” said Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman. “We are thrilled and deeply grateful to be working with WCNY and WNED to shine a light on our incredible athletes as well as those who participate in adaptive sports throughout New York year-round.”

About WCNY Adaptive Sports

WCNY World of Adaptive Sports specials feature outstanding athletes and even greater stories. Whether playing Challenger Baseball, sled hockey, adaptive basketball, wheelchair football, or competing in the Special Olympics, these athletes embody the best of sport. Working with its partners at sister station WNED in Buffalo, WCNY is proud to bring these events to its TV and streaming audiences. Watch as adaptive sports bring our communities together, shatter stigmas, and open our eyes to true possibilities.

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