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SOI's Chief Inspiration Officer Loretta Claiborne recently received her vaccine. Hear what she has to say about her experience.
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Athlete Spotlight
Jesse Hodgson
"I love the inclusion and the sports!"
| Athlete Info | |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 |
| Hometown | Oak Grove |
| SOMO Career | 7 years |
| Sports | Softball, bocce, basketball, bowling, and track and field |
| Fav. SOMO memory | Getting a silver medal in the 100 meter walk at the 2018 USA Games |
Volunteer Spotlight
Irvin Jones
"It is a joy to see them succeed. Through Athlete Leadership I have worked with an athlete who had trouble putting two sentences together who worked to eventually present to lawmakers in Washington. What a joy to see that growth!"
| Volunteer Info | |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Hometown | Independence |
| Years as a Volunteer | 13 years |
| Sports | Bocce, bowling, track and field |
| Anything else to share? | I am a Unified Partner in bowling , bocce, and softball. I am the oldest player in Missouri still playing softball at 77. |
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