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Team Vermont secures gold and 16 medals at Special Olympics USA Games

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Team Vermont secures gold and 16 medals at Special Olympics USA Games
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Team Vermont concluded its participation in the Special Olympics USA Games on July 6 in Minneapolis, bringing home a total of 16 medals. The delegation, consisting of 20 athletes, showcased their skills in swimming, athletics, and unified basketball, achieving gold in unified basketball against Delaware. Individual achievements included silver medals for Erin Watson in the 100-yard medley and Colleen Duffy in the 100-yard freestyle, among others. Vermont athletes exhibited strong sportsmanship and perseverance throughout the competition.

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  • •Team Vermont earned 16 medals at the Special Olympics USA Games.
  • •Gold won in interscholastic unified basketball against Delaware.
  • •Erin Watson and Colleen Duffy secured silver in individual swimming events.
  • •Vermont's delegation comprised 20 athletes competing in various sports.
  • •The event took place from July 1-6 in Minneapolis.
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A 20-athlete Vermont delegation secured gold and multiple silver medals at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis.

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