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Jamaica is set to host the first-ever Special Olympics Caribbean Beach Games in November, bringing together 2,000 athletes, coaches, and families from 20 nations for a historic celebration of inclusion and sport. Held at Harmony Beach Park in Montego Bay, the event will feature beach football, basketball, volleyball, bocce, and open-water swim-runs — showcasing Jamaica’s rising status as a sports tourism destination while spotlighting the transformative power of athletics for people with intellectual disabilities. Despite setbacks, including the loss of two key organizers, the team persevered with unity and determination, honoring their legacy while building on the vision of Eunice Kennedy Shriver. With full government backing and widespread community support, this championship marks a milestone for Special Olympics and a powerful testament to what happens when collaboration meets compassion.

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