Michele Henson
Michele Henson
athletes birthplace felt games groups held illinois july olympics physical since soldier special state tribute
Since Illinois is the birthplace of Special Olympics, the first Games were held in July 1968 at Chicago's Soldier Field, many groups felt there was a need for a physical tribute in this state to the athletes and the Special Olympics movement.
athletes brick collect hometown included name purchased simply year
To get their name on a brick, athletes simply need to collect $100 in donations. Included on the brick are their name, their hometown and the year they purchased the brick.