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Leah White’s Gold Medal Journey | Tampa News
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- Jul 18, 2026
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Summary
Leah White, a 50-year-old Tampa native diagnosed with autism, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia in her 30s, just won a gold medal at the Special Olympics USA Games — and she’s using it to rewrite the story of what’s possible. Far from seeing her medal as just a sports win, Leah views it as proof that life’s hurdles can be turned into triumphs. As a dedicated instructor at Miracles in Motion, she teaches essential life skills like budgeting and job readiness to individuals with intellectual disabilities. She credits her success to the unwavering support of her “village” and the incredible camaraderie she found among fellow athletes. Now, Leah is laser-focused on inspiring others and expanding her role in the Special Olympics — proving that with grit, community, and belief, no one’s limits are final. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ffc84a7eb3da93cb