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Special Olympics Indiana awards West Lafayette coach for dedication

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Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Special Olympics Indiana awards West Lafayette coach for dedication

Summary

Lynn Buckley Noble, a coach with the Tippecanoe County program, received the Lorrie Woycik Coach of the Year award from Special Olympics Indiana at their state conference in Carmel on October 28, 2026. Noble has played a significant role in motivating athletes and organizing fundraising events to eliminate entry fees. She is also fluent in sign language, facilitating broader participation. The Spirit of Special Olympics Awards also recognized several individuals, including Zach Brown as Athlete of the Year and the Wilson-Custis family as Family of the Year, highlighting their contributions to the community.

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•Lynn Buckley Noble honored with Lorrie Woycik Coach of the Year award.
•Award ceremony took place on October 28, 2026, in Carmel, Indiana.
•Noble leads fundraising to support athlete participation without fees.
•Zach Brown recognized as Athlete of the Year; Wilson-Custis family as Family of the Year.
•Special Olympics Indiana supports over 20,000 athletes statewide.

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