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Midland's Ashton Crocker wins the Gold Medal at 2026 USA Games
By Dalton Arredondo at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (KMID.KPEJ) - The Midland native, Ashton Crocker, has been representing Team Texas in the 2026 USA Special Olympics this week. Crocker is a multi-sport athlete, playing softball and soccer, but today, Crocker and Team Texas won the Gold Medal for basketball, adding another ...
Key takeaway KPEJ) - The Midland native, Ashton Crocker, has been representing Team Texas in the 2026 USA Special Olympics this week.
Why this matters in The Midland
Ashton Crocker's Gold Medal win in basketball at the 2026 USA Special Olympics brings pride to the Midland community, recognizing the achievements of local athletes with intellectual disabilities. This victory demonstrates the success of Midland's support systems for athletes like Crocker, who has excelled in multiple sports, including softball and soccer. The win also highlights the opportunities available to Midland residents through Team Texas, which provides a platform for athletes to compete at the national level. Crocker's accomplishment will likely inspire other local athletes to pursue their passions and strive for excellence in their respective sports. The community can expect to celebrate Crocker's achievement, and his win may spark increased interest in supporting local Special Olympics programs and events in Midland.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota (KMID.KPEJ) - The Midland native, Ashton Crocker, has been representing Team Texas in the 2026 USA Special Olympics this week. Crocker is a multi-sport athlete, playing softball and soccer, but today, Crocker and Team Texas won the Gold Medal for basketball, adding another ...
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