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2026 USA Special Olympics Opening Ceremonies Feature Seneca Hoop Dancers

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I’d like to congratulate my sons, Samsoche and Micco for representing our Nation on the grand opening ceremonies stage for the 2026 Special Olympics U.S.A. Games. Your decades of hard work and dedication earned your way to one of the biggest stages to share your culture with the world! Nya:weh for sharing this grand accomplishment and moment with your family and friends. I couldn’t be more proud to be there participating with my sons and grandsons, Locv, Hvrvnwvce and Nokose.

Ja:goh! Samsoche and Micco!
Gönóöhgwà

Sano’ëh [Submitted by Darice Sampson]

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