CLARK COUNTY, Ky. (LEX 18) — Despite rain and chilling temperatures, Special Olympics Kentucky hosted its state flag football tournament at George Rogers Clark High School in Clark County, giving athletes a chance to showcase their skills and compete at the highest level.

"I feel like this is football weather. I'm ready to play," said Morgan Turner, one of the players.

The tournament served as the pinnacle event for these athletes, according to Holly Vincent, Special Olympics Senior Director of Sport Competition.

"This is the super bowl for our athletes," Vincent said.

The competition featured athletes running plays from east to west, avoiding defenders, making defensive stops, and demonstrating their skills in front of family and friends. The event brought together participants from a

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