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Midland athlete is shooting for gold at Special Olympics USA Games
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Katelyn Carlock , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about Ashton Crocker's participation and the games can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.
A Midland athlete is competing at the national level this week. Ashton Crocker is participating in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, which are being held in Minneapolis. He is part of Team Texas and is aiming to win a gold medal.
The Special Olympics USA Games have brought together athletes from all 50 states. The event features competition across 16 different sports. Further details about Ashton Crocker's participation and the games can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.
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Category: local Published: June 26, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Midland athlete is competing at the national level this week. Ashton Crocker is participating in the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, which are being held in Minneapolis. He is part of Team Texas…
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