Seattle Seahawks rookie linebacker Shaquem Griffin has already made quite an impression in his new city. His reputation continues to grow, as he has been named a Co-Grand Marshal for the Special Olympics USA Games, the national Special Olympics competition. The opening ceremony will take place July 1 at the University of Washington’s Husky Stadium.

Griffin will Co-Grand Marshal alongside Tim Corrigan, a 75-year-old Special Olympics athlete. Corrigan lit the torch and competed in the first Special Olympics, which were held in Chicago in 1968.

“We’re really excited to add these talented performers to an already impressive lineup,” said Jayme Powers, executive producer and COO for the Special Olympics USA Games, via the press release. “The opening ceremony will provide a powerful way to kick off the USA Games by creating a once-in-a-lifetime entertainment experience for all of our athletes, volunteers and spectators.”

Griffin was born with a rare condition called amniotic band syndrome. It required him to have his hand amputated when he was 4 years old. He overcame the odds and had a dominant career at the University of Central Florida. The Seahawks selected him in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft, reuniting him with his twin brother, Shaquill.

For more information on the 2018 USA Games and to purchase tickets for the opening ceremony, visit SpecialOlympicsUSAGames.org.