Townies win two gold medals at Special Olympics basketball tourney

Posted 3/13/25

The event took place at Providence College and hosted over 200 athletes from 19 teams, all competing for the gold.

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Townies win two gold medals at Special Olympics basketball tourney

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This past Sunday the East Providence Special Olympics team competed in the pinnacle of their athletes’ six-week basketball season at the Traditional Basketball Tournament.

The event took place at Providence College and hosted over 200 athletes from 19 teams, all competing for the gold.

The Townies would like to thank the East Providence School Department and the community members who helped the team win two Gold medals. Congratulations!

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