Shuichi, a special-needs athlete, leaps for a standing long jump event during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. In 2000, the 18th Wing commander established KSO 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.

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