Special Olympics USA athletes from Lincoln prepare for upcoming games in Minnesota

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Two athletes from Lincoln will be representing Nebraska in tennis at Special Olympics USA this year, which are set to kick off this Saturday at the University of Minnesota.

Haley Waggoner and Garrett Stipke spent Monday preparing for the games with a sponsored shopping spree at Target, where they were able to pick out clothing and travel essentials for the trip.

Waggoner has been involved in the Special Olympics for more than 20 years now, playing various sports like soccer, golf and basketball as well as tennis and working on the leadership side for Special Olympics International…

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