CLEVELAND, Ohio — More than 200 student athletes received new custom uniforms and equipment from the Cleveland Browns during a gathering at Huntington Bank Field on Tuesday, November 10.
News 5 reports that the Unified Flag Football players represented more than 20 Northeast Ohio school districts.
Football built around inclusion
The Special Olympics Unified Sports program brings students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities together to practice and compete on the same teams.
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La Fiebre 101.7 FMLa música y la voz de Cleveland.ESCUCHA EN VIVOThe Browns’ equipment support followed concerns about aging uniforms and gear at participating schools, according to the report.
A moment in the spotlight
Teams had an opportunity to pose for photographs in their new jerseys. Browns players Spencer Fano and Logan Fano also joined the students for encouragement and photos.
For families across Northeast Ohio, the story highlights a side of local sports that reaches beyond professional standings: access to a team, shared experiences and the opportunity to participate.
Source: Katie Ussin’s report for News 5.