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Runners from all branches of service participate in a Kadena Special Olympics 24-hour run on Kadena Air Base, Nov. 7, 2012. The KSO began in 2000 with approximately 400 athletes and 600 volunteers as an 18th Wing community goodwill initiative to strengthen U.S. - Okinawa relationships. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brooke P. Beers)


Running for a cause

Runners from all branches of service participate in a Kadena Special Olympics 24-hour run on Kadena Air Base, Nov. 7, 2012. The KSO began in 2000 with approximately 400 athletes and 600 volunteers as an 18th Wing community goodwill initiative to strengthen U.S. - Okinawa relationships. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brooke P. Beers)

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Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein takes a photo with a local Okinawan family during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Established by the 18th Wing commander in 2000, KSO is a wholesome sporting and entertainment event that provides an opportunity for all communities involved to stand together in support of people with special needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein delivers the athlete’s oath during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The athlete's oath signifies the dedication of each individual athlete participating in the event and begins the KSO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein congratulates a Kadena Special Olympics athlete Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is a one-day sporting, art and entertainment event with more than 880 athletes and artists participating in a day of competition, music and special recognition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein welcomes a Kadena Special Olympics athlete at the KSO art exhibit Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO was established by the 18th Wing commander in 2000 as an avenue to build relations with the local communities and government representatives while providing a meaningful activity for members of the special needs community on Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
Sakura Sakihara, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, competes in the softball throw event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO is the biggest overseas military Special Olympics event in the world and is a one-day sporting and outreach event that showcases the talents of nearly 1,300 local special needs athletes and artists. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Satoru Tokuzato, Kadena Special Olympics athlete receives a silver medal in the ground golf event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year, the Kadena Special Olympics celebrates 17 years of partnership with Okinawan athletes and artists who help unite service members with the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Kadena Special Olympians receive accolades after medaling in the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Kadena Special Olympics is the largest community outreach event of the year in the Pacific Theater partnering nearly 1,000 volunteers with almost 900 special needs athletes competing in more than 50 events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Mio Yabiku, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, competes in the standing long jump event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Thousands of spectators from Japan and the U.S. came out to support approximately 1300 athletes and artists participating in the 17th annual KSO games and art show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Kadena Special Olympians forma a circle-of-friendship during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Athletes are paired together with a “buddy” during events. Buddies are U.S. service members who volunteered to help and encourage special-needs athletes as they compete and participate in different events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Eisa dancers perform during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO began in 2000 with approximately 400 athletes and 600 volunteers as an 18th Wing community goodwill initiative to strengthen U.S. - Okinawa relationships. After 17 years, the event has more than doubled in size and participation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
Hiroyuki Urasaki, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, carries the torch symbolizing the end of this year’s Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year marks the 17th anniversary of KSO, a sporting event dedicated to enriching the lives of American and Okinawan special needs individuals on the island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
A Kadena Special Olympic athlete stands on the winner’s podium after taking third place in the Frisbee toss challenge Nov. 5, 2016 during the Kadena Special Olympics, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year marks the 17th annual KSO, a sporting event dedicated to enriching the lives of special-needs individuals while strengthening U.S.-Okinawa relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)