About Disabled Sports USA

Founded in 1967 by disabled Vietnam veterans, Disabled Sports USA
provides opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities to
gain confidence and dignity through sports, recreation and educational
programs. A member of the U.
Despite being hospitalized after a spectacular training run accident on
the second day of the downhill practice, Kildow returned to the slopes
to compete the next day, finishing eighth. Olympic Snowboarding Team - The U.S.
"For nearly 40 years, at the close of every Olympic Games, the United
States Olympic Committee has honored those athletes who have inspired our
country through their commitment to the Olympic Ideals," said USOC Chief
Executive Officer, Jim Scherr. Olympic Team is inspiring and the award has succeeded in
recognizing those most deserving as deemed appropriate by fans, teammates and
the media. DHL provides express delivery and logistics
services to fulfill the shipping needs of the U.

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S.S. Additionally, DHL will provide a grant of $5,000
on behalf of each of the winners to a qualified, Olympic-related, non-profit
organization of their choice.S.com/olympicspirit/).
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Jonathan Baker
Director, Corporate Communications
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(954) 888-7114
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These soldiers have put their lives on the
line for freedom, and we will to be there to help them in their hour
of need," said Kirk Bauer, executive director of Disabled Sports USA.
For athletes interested in participating in the event,
registration and additional background information can be found at
www.) - Kildow, a
two-time Olympian (2002, 2006) is the first-ever woman to win the
individual U.

"I believe the reason why the Olympics resonate with people is that the
spirit of Olympians is in many ways really the spirit of people all over the
world.
"Receiving the U. saw how much fun the U.
Information about DHL's Olympic Spirit Activation platform is available
online at the DHL U.

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Participation in the Games has more than tripled since
inception; approximately 300 disabled athletes from all over the world
are expected to participate in 2005.
"Disabled Sports USA is proud to partner with the University of
Central Oklahoma to sponsor this event and host as special guests our
fine service men and women. In
December of 2004, UCO absorbed The Sports Group, which was created in
2000 to provide quality sports programs to athletes from Oklahoma and
beyond.

U.S. Olympic Committee and DHL Announce Winners of the 2006 U.S. Olympic Spirit Award Delivered by DHL

Still struggling with the
injuries, she demonstrated incredible courage and commitment and went on
to compete in four of her five events which resulted in two top ten
placements. These
individuals embody the Ideals of the Olympic Games which are also shared by
DHL employees across the country ," said Karen Jones, DHL vice president of
brand, advertising and promotions.

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As a continuation of Disabled
Sports USA's 38 year history of rebuilding the lives of disabled
veterans, UCO will partner with DS/USA to host U. Athletes were selected based on
their demonstration of the Olympic Ideals and Olympic values such as courage,
commitment, perseverance and vision, both in competition and in pursuit of
their Olympic dream.

- Team Category Winner: 2006 U.S. Olympic Spirit Award history begins in 1968, when it was created
by the USOC to honor the extraordinary achievements of the United States'
athletes. Past U.

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soldiers who were
severely injured during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan as special
guests at the event."
Sponsors of the event include: title sponsor , University of
Central Oklahoma; platinum sponsor, Valir Rehabilitation Hospital;
diamond sponsors , Disabled Sports USA and the Wounded Warriors
Project; and gold sponsors, Hanger Prosthetics and Orthotics and Renda
Broadcasting. The organization is the nation's largest multi-sport,
multi -disability organization and serves more than 60,000 people
nationwide. Olympic Spirit Award Delivered by DHL.S.

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Olympic
Snowboarding Team, were selected by American fans, fellow Team USA athletes,
U . I am
very proud that people voted for me and I hope that I represented my country
to the best of my ability," said Lindsey Kildow.S.S.
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Military Writers/News Editors/Sports Editors

EDMOND, Okla.S.

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I also know that they will have such
a positive experience at the UCO Endeavor Games and will leave knowing
that they can still accomplish their dreams in life. "The entire City
of Edmond is rallying behind this unique opportunity and we hope to
provide the soldiers with a weekend full of inspiration and
opportunity .edu/wellnesscenter/ds_home.
Olympic Snowboarding Team Voted as Best Representatives of Olympic Spirit
during the XX Olympic Winter Games

TORINO, Italy, The United States Olympic Committee
joined U. Olympic Team supplier, DHL, today to announce the winners of the
2006 U.newscom.
"To me, the Olympics are not just about the medals, it's the way people
come out to the Games and they dream about being the best in the world. Olympic Spirit micro site
(http: //www.PressOffice@dhl.

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Most importantly, I know that my
participation in sports will inspire others who are overcoming their
physical disabilities.
"We are honored to have the chance to host these amazing soldiers
for the weekend at the Endeavor Games," said Katrina Shaklee,
assistant director of UCO Disabled Sports and Events.

- Female Category Winner: Lindsey Kildow (St. The
team consists of the following athletes: Mason Aguirre, Gretchen
Bleiler, Kelly Clark , Andy Finch, Rosey Fletcher, Michelle Gorgone,
Jayson Hale, Elena Hight, Nate Holland, Lindsey Jacobellis, Tyler
Jewell, Danny Kass, Jason Smith, Hannah Teter, Graham Watanabe, Seth
Wescott and Shaun White. Snowboard Team member, Michelle Gorgone. Olympic Spirit Award winners include Team DHL members
Scott Hamilton (figure skating), Dan Jansen (speedskating), Chris Klug
(snowboarding), Vonetta Flowers (bobsleigh) and Sarah Will (alpine skiing).

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The special guests will participate in hands-on instruction
courses in wheelchair fencing, sit volleyball, wheelchair basketball,
swimming and the Third Annual First Step Clinic, an inspiring session
for amputees who wish to participate in track and field events. UCO is proud to now
be offering these exciting programs and is looking forward to adding
more programs and events in the future, all for the benefit of
physically disabled athletes.Speedskater Joey Cheek, Women's Alpine Skier Lindsey Kildow and the 2006 U.

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S.S.
(Photo: http://www.S. Votes were cast during the 16 days of competition,
beginning February 11, 2006 through February 26, 2006, noon EST.S.S.C.dhl.

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The sixth annual
Endeavor Games will take place in Edmond , Oklahoma, June 9-12, and
offers anyone with a physical disability the opportunity to experience
a variety of sports, including wheelchair basketball, archery,
powerlifting, shooting, tennis , table tennis, softball, swimming,
boccia and track and field events. In addition to the multitude of competitive sports offered
this year, the staff of the Endeavor Games has added a day to the
event to accommodate training clinics for athletes, volunteers and
coaches. "Through the support of DHL , we are proud to
continue this important tradition, and we congratulate this year's honorees
for their excellence, both on and off the field of play.
The U. For more information on DHL, please
visit http://www.herbert@usoc.

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"As a disabled Vietnam veteran, I know that their adjustment back to
normal life will be challenging.ucok. Paul, Minn.

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DS/USA also offers sports rehabilitation programs
through its nationwide network of over 80 community-based chapters.dsusa. alumni Olympians, and members of the media for best representing "Olympic
Spirit" during the 2006 Olympic Winter Games.S. Snowboarding Team had doing what we love to
do.S. Paralympic Spirit Awards Delivered
by DHL to the deserving male and female athletes and teams participating in
the 2006 Paralympic Winter Games.

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University of Central Oklahoma Hosts U.S. Soldiers Injured in Iraq at the Sixth Annual Endeavor Games

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Participants in the Games will also be invited to the Opening
Ceremony on Friday, June 10, at the Hamilton Field House, UCO. As
result of his humanitarianism and exemplary behavior, he was elected by
his peers to carry the American flag during the Closing Ceremony of the
Olympic Winter Games.S.S.

About DHL
A supplier of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), DHL is the
Official Express Delivery and Logistics Provider of the 2006 United States
Olympic and Paralympic Teams.S.

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More information is available at www. Hopefully we have set an example so that young kids will have dreams of
doing what we did here in Torino and someday they will want to compete in
future Olympics," said 2006 U. "The personal journey of every Olympian on
the 2006 U. Our mission is to provide
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"With the support of DS/USA, I know I will have all the
encouragement and physical training I need to once again try the
sports I love, and I am even looking forward to some friendly
competition at the event. I am proud to be an Olympian, to be a competitor and to be able to
give back to people that are less fortunate than me, through a special
organization like Right to Play ," said Joey Cheek.

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In total, more than 20 soldiers and their
families will participate.
Kevin Pannell, 1st Cavalry division, 9th regiment, who lost both legs
-- above the knee on the left side and below the knee on the right --
in Bagdhad. Winners for
each category are as follows:

- Male Category Winner, Joey Cheek (Greensboro, NC) - A 2006 gold and
silver medalist and two-time Olympian (2002, 2006) in long track
speedskating, Cheek selflessly donated his $40,000 in performance
earnings to the organization, Right to Play. Olympic Spirit Award means that everybody back home in
the U.
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leader of the international express and logistics industry, specializing in
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The Sports Group's first "endeavor" was the organization of
the Endeavor Games, which was held for the first time in 2000. His generosity inspired
others to contribute thousands of dollars to the organization.
Snowboarding Team not only contributed seven medals to Team USA's 25
medal count total, but the team's youthful and vibrant personalities and
performances captivated the hearts of Americans young and old . Olympic Spirit Award.S.dhl-usa.
Founded in San Francisco in 1969, DHL's international network links more than
220 countries and territories worldwide.

Major sporting events often feature multiple sports , and invite competitors from around the world.

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Olympic Spirit Award while not winning an Olympic medal ."

The winners will be honored at a U.

Following the conclusion of the 2006 Paralympic Winter Games on March 19,
DHL will officially present the 2006 U. In 2000, the award was expanded to include the U.

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Oklahoma Chapter of Disabled Sports USA Supports
American War Veterans and Their Families' Participation
in Fifteen Sport, Weekend-Long Event in Edmond

The University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), a chapter of Disabled
Sports USA (DS/USA), today announced the 2005 Endeavor Games for
Athletes with Physical Disabilities, an event created to teach people
with disabilities participation in adaptive sports.S.S."
"We are thrilled to be recognizing this incredible group of athletes that
have been awarded the honor of the U.org

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The Endeavor Games were created because of recognition that there
was a need for a multi -sport event for athletes with physical
disabilities. The
University is also sponsoring a luncheon on Saturday, June 11, and a
banquet on Saturday night where a video of the 2005 competition will
be screened. Since
then, The Sports Group added numerous programs, such as the Endeavor
Games , BlazeSports Edmond, the Oklahoma Amputeee Golf Tournament, U
Kan Ski and is a member of the Paralympic Academy. Paralympic
Spirit Award, recognizing the excellence and efforts of athletes with physical
disabilities.com

Cheryl Herbert
Director, Marketing Communications
United States Olympic Committee
(719) 866-4566
cheryl.

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"Immediately after I was injured in Iraq, I never even dreamed of
participating in an event like the Endeavor Games," said Army Spc . Athletes are encouraged to
participate in more than one event, and Olympic-style gold, silver and
bronze medals for first, second and third place will be awarded in
each event.com/cgi-bin/prnh /20060226/NYSU022 )
Joey Cheek, Lindsey Kildow, and the members of the 2006 U. Their
camaraderie among peers earned them the recognition they deserve. Olympic Committee and
Teams, including sporting and medical equipment and Team apparel, and is
committed to delivering the Olympic Spirit all across America.

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About UCO Sports and Events

UCO Disabled Sports and Events is a division of the Wellness
Center on the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma. Olympic Committee , DS/USA conducts
regional, national and international training camps and competitions
to prepare athletes for the Paralympic Games -- the international
Olympic-sanctioned competitions for athletes with physical
disabilities. Olympic Team celebration dinner on May
16, 2006 in Washington D.S . Over 170,000 employees are dedicated to
providing fast and reliable services that exceed customers ' expectations.

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