Special Olympics DVD out now!

Date: Thursday 10 December 2009

Fans of the Special Olympics 2009, which was hosted in Leicester earlier this year, can now relive the triumphs and tears in a DVD package of all the action.

The commemorative double DVD set, containing all the thrills and spills of the games, is now available to order. It features the indoor cricket tournament, which was held at Grace Road.

Lasting 190 minutes, the DVD features highlights including the magical opening ceremony at the Walkers Stadium, setting the tone for 7 days of sporting endeavour in the city, which hosted the Special Olympics for the second time in July 2009.

Athletes, volunteer helpers and sporting ambassadors from across the city have also contributed their views and comments as the drama unfolded in 20 venues across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

The double DVD is available now to order, priced £13, which includes postage and packing. For an extra £2, fans can also get a copy of the prestigious ‘A Sporting Chance’ book, which charts the progress of the Special Olympics movement in the UK and abroad.

The book tells the tale of how it has helped the personal development and aspirations of those involved, and how it has transformed attitudes towards people with learning disabilities.

Special Olympics games director Steve Humphries said: “The Special Olympics 2009 will no doubt live long in the memory for years to come. I’m delighted that we are now in a position to ensure everyone can have their own keepsake souvenir of this historic occasion.

“This could not have been possible without the collective efforts of Leicester-based Sinvision, Touch Rainbow Productions, and Sianbetween, whose combined talents have resulted in a most fitting commemorative memento of the games.

"It is a worthy tribute to the outstanding achievements of the Special Olympics GB athletes and Team Orange - the 1,500 volunteers who all pulled together to make the event possible.”

The Special Olympics 2009 involved 2,700 athletes from 19 UK regions, who participated in 21 sports across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, with the support of 1,200 coaches, over 6,000 families and 1,500 volunteers aged from 16 to 85.

For further details of the DVD and book, contact David Sinclair on 0116 2775482, email info@sinvision.co.uk or visit http://www.sinvision.co.uk/SOL2009/DVD.html