Special Olympics bring athletes from all across the state to Glens Falls

Special Olympics bring athletes from all across the state to Glens Falls

The Special Olympics games in New York state opened on Friday in Glens Falls. Up to 1,000 athletes will be competing over the weekend and going for gold in seven different sports.

The Special Olympics games in New York state opened on Friday in Glens Falls.

Up to 1,000 athletes will be competing over the weekend and going for gold in seven different sports.

Athletes from all around the state participate. Many were marching in a parade on Friday evening.

Zach Richter will take you inside the opening ceremony on NewsChannel 13 Live at 9 on My4, NewsChannel 13 Live at 11 and WNYT.com.