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A chance to compete Will the contestants for the 50 yard dash please line up now? Six eager children lined up ready for the bang of the gun. From the beginning of morning registration on April 16, to the closing ceremony, similar announcements filled Pershing Arena for the 1977 Special Olympics. One-hundred and thirty handicapped children and their 60 university student chaperones participated in a variety of athletic events. The excitement began when the university band led the opening parade of contestants through the gymna- sium. Cardinal Key members, dressed as clowns, danced through the crowd, passing out brightly colored balloons. Contestants' families and friends, who had come from 23 schools in the area, were deeply involved throughout the day as they watched their children compete in athletic activities which are normally closed to them. The contestants, ranging in age from six to 19. strived equally hard to win the events they entered and clapped with joy or spontaneously hugged one of their chaperones after crossing the finish line and receiving that long awaited ribbon. Senior Mary Ann Cupp, the regional director of the Special Olympics, worked calmly with members of over 18 campus organiza- tions throughout the day organizing the events, providing lunch and other refreshments and medical services. Finally, the last event was completed and the contestants, chaperones and families watched as trophies were awarded to the winning schools. The Pershing Arena became quiet after the participants left for their homes or resident halls. Their chatter about the day's activities lingered after they were gone. After listening to their comments, it was hard to estimate who gained the most from the day—the actual contestants, their families, or the university students. —Suzie Brake Shari Workman assists a youngster on the uneven Parallel Bars. Steve Primm and Ed Tuileta organize the 50 yard dash throughout the morning. IS
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TKE Don Bethel stretches over his final hurdle while onlookers witness his defeat. Going all out for his fraternity, this competitor packs his jaws with Greek concoctions. 17
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Jumping on the trampoline is one of the favorito activities of the day for young special Olympic participants. A warm spring day provides students with a chance to test their softball throwing ability. 19
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