World Winter Games Alaska 2001

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Location: Anchorage, Alaska

Dates: 4th – 11th March 2001

Theme: Challenging New Frontiers

Number of Athletes: 2,750

Number of Programs: 80

Photos and Videos

Opening Ceremonies from 2001 to 2009

This is a selection of clips from Special Olympics World Games opening ceremonies including the Games in China and Ireland.

6 Sports A – Z

Skating athletes celebrating their victory.

Athletes celebrate victory in figure skating at 2001 World Winter Games Alaska.

Female speaker at the podium with a band behind her.

Opening Ceremony of 2001 World Winter Games Alaska.

Athlete uses the torch to light the cauldron at the 2001 World Winter Games Alaska Opening Ceremony

Athlete uses the torch to light the cauldron at the 2001 World Winter Games Alaska Opening Ceremony.

Cross-country skier.

Cross-country skier at 2001 World Winter Games Alaska

Snowshoe athletes race to the finish line at 2001 World Winter Games Alaska

Snowshoe athletes race to the finish line at 2001 World Winter Games Alaska

Athletes run toward the floor hockey puck while a member from the opposing team tries to block.

Athletes run toward the floor hockey puck at 2001 World Winter Games Alaska.

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