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Medal Glory for Sam and Jake at the Special Olympics

In June 2026 Sam Craddock visited the Keep 106 studios to tell us about how he had qualified to take part in The Special Olympics at Birmingham.

Sam and his teammate Jake have returned from the Special Olympics with an impressive haul of medals and memories to last a lifetime. Representing their club and proudly flying the flag for Dorchester and Dorset, the two swimmers enjoyed outstanding success against many other talented athletes.

Sam celebrated Gold in the 25m Freestyle Relay and Bronze in the 50m Breaststroke, as well as participation medals in the 100m Individual Medley and 50m Freestyle. Jake won two Golds — in the 25m Butterfly and 25m Relay — plus Silver in the 25m Freestyle and a participation medal in the 25m Backstroke.

Away from the pool, one of the weekend’s most memorable moments was marching into Birmingham’s Alexander Stadium for the spectacular Opening Ceremony alongside around 1,400 athletes.

Sam was thrilled throughout the weekend to be representing Dorchester and Dorset. Proud supporters cheered from the stands, proudly waving a huge Dorset flag and a “Go Jake and Sam” banner. With Special Olympics GB also announcing plans to bring the World Games to the UK in 2031, it was a truly special weekend to remember.

Sam & Jake - Special Olympics
Jake & Sam at the Special Olympics
Sam - Special Olympics
Sam at the Special Olympics