Summer Games, Off Like a Shot

In many parts of the world, Special Olympics athletes and volunteers are involved in track and field events.

Basketball's Worldwide Appeal

From weekly practices to World Games, basketball success is the dream of many of our athletes.

A Gift Every Day

Special Olympics mom Kelli Tobin celebrates inspiration this Mother’s Day. Meet Kelli, her family, and son, Colin -- a young Special Olympics athlete.

For Decades, A Focused Mission

The history of Special Olympics charts growth from a backyard sports camp to a worldwide movement of millions.
Special Olympics Founder Eunice Kennedy Shriver and her husband, Sargent Shriver


Special Olympics Moments

Giving encouragement and joy to teammates when they succeed makes the team "all in" and allows all players to focus on the joy of the game.

Robin Schermerhorn, Family MemberRead the Story

I love my fellow athletes and look forward every year to track and field starting so I can see all my friends and strive to do my best.

Kara Siddons, AthleteRead the Story

I was very excited when I made the team as this has been my dream, to play high level football one day in my life.

Elvira Goagoses, AthleteRead The Story

Just being at his funeral and seeing our whole community there…you could just see the kind of impact he had on everyone.

Annette Lynch, Special Olympics StaffRead The Story

This one boy really disliked the idea and he was very vocal about it. ... Every week he took another step forward. It's been three months now and he's made such an incredible change.

Rachel Alm, Unified PartnerRead the story

Now he pushes on the ice, glides and gets some serious speed behind him. “Rory likes to go fast,” his coach says.

Kate McKenna, Special Olympics StaffRead The Story

“She’s excited, but we’re all excited. She’s been skating up a storm." Mystie's mother said, “Special Olympics has helped her so much."

Kate McKenna, Special Olympics StaffRead the Story

The hearing aids were placed in her ears. At that moment, Dr. Gil Herer said softly, "Alice." She looked up in clear astonishment. Tears came to her eyes.

Stephen Corbin, Special Olympics StaffRead The Story

The Thai coach must have spoken to his team during the break, because when the athletes and Unified partners came back on the pitch, they were in teaching mode.

Paige Okun, Special Olympics StaffRead The Story

My team had clawed their way back from a 20 point deficit. It was a tie with 10 seconds left and the other team had the ball. People in the stands were yelling at the top of their lungs.

Rafael Pacheco, Unified PartnerRead the Story

Spotlight on Africa

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Deon Namiseb, Special Olympics Global Ambassador at the 2011 Summer World Games

"Believe in Yourself!"

Born in Namibia with both an intellectual and physical disability, Deon Namiseb is a shining example of the effect Special Olympics can have on an athlete's life.  LEARN MORE ››


Becca's story

In my school I met two people who have disabilities and I felt bad so I made friends with them and they are really great and caring people. Read More ››

SO Tanzania athletes at the front of the referral line!

Special Olympics Tanzania conducted a FunFitness and Health Promotion screening in the Coastal Region on 13th April. Family members were encouraged to accompany athletes to provide the clinical staff with critical health information and history. Read More ››


Royal Bafokeng SportsA proud partner of Special Olympics in Africa.
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Spotlight on Asia Pacific

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A Million for Bharat!

Special Olympics Bharat registered its millionth athlete in March 2013. Chairman Air Marshal Denzil Keelor pays tribute to the various parties who have contributed to this milestone.LEARN MORE ››


Proud Achievement of a Special Boy

Umer Javed Happily showing off his Memento (Shield) and a certificate with a caption claiming his successfully completing 5 years of service with SKMT. Read More ››

From West to East: Washington Coach visits Tokyo

The Tokyo office in Special Olympics Nippon received a wonderful guest from Washington in March. Ms. Punkie Doyle is an athletics coach for Special Olympics Washington. She lived in Tokyo when she was a student. Currently, Ms. Doyle’s son is studying in Tokyo, and she took the chance to visit him. Read More ››

Sponsors in Asia Pacific

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Coca-ColaOur founding partner has supported Special Olympics for decades.
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Procter & GambleP&G has supported Special Olympics for more than 32 years.
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Spotlight on East Asia

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2013 World Winter Games

Athletes from 110 countries competed against the world's best at the 2013 Special Olympics World Winter Games, January 29 - February 5. Latest News ››


Special Olympics Macau Unified Bowling Competition

Athletes from Special Olympics Macau and Employees from Companhia de Telecomunicações de Macau had a unified bowling competition at Future Bright Bowling Center. Read More ››

2013 Special Olympics Korea Board Meeting

On April 12th, Special Olympics Korea Board Meeting and General Assembly was held in the Korea National Museum. Read More ››


Boeing ChinaBoeing China is a proud sponsor of Special Olympics.
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Spotlight on Europe Eurasia

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Football Week is Here!

European Football Week Kicks Off Across the Region May 18-26. See whats happening!
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Luxembourg celebrates European Football Week by playing Unified!

Special Olympics athletes from Luxembourg, France and Germany gathered together in Luxembourg to compete in a unified football tournament as part of 2013 European Football Week. Read more ››

2013: Thank you

In 2013 Special Olympics Poland organise Healthy Athletes Program during 4 national competitions. It is a pleasure for all of our Healthy Athletes staff and volunteers to cooperate with all of our supporters and donators! Read more ››

Sponsors in Europe Eurasia

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European UnionThe European Union is a proud sponsor of Special Olympics.
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EuroLottoA strong supporter of Special Olympics in Europe/Eurasia.
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Spotlight on Latin America

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Unified Footbol in Latin America

Unified in Latin America

Athletes from 12 different countries are taking part in the biggest Unified Football event of the year in San José, Costa Rica. Learn More ››


With a Colorful Ceremony the First Central American and the Caribbean Unified Football Tournament of Special Olympics Gets Started

A true celebration marked the launch of the First Central American and the Caribbean Unified Football Tournament of Special Olympics in Costa Rica. Read More ››

Joining Forces for Football in Latin America

Unified Football Teams from Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, and USA who will be competing in 1st Central American and Caribbean Special Olympics Unified Football Tournament learned with whom they will be grouped for the initial round of matches. Read More ››

Sponsors in Latin America

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DigicelA strong supporter of Special Olympics in Latin America.
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Spotlight on MENA

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"My Life Champion"

He first skied down snowy slopes tucked between his mother's ski boots. Now Rabah Kino of Lebanon is an accomplished skier for Special Olympics. LEARN MORE ››


Peace and Sport

The United Arab Emirates is hosting the Peace and Sport Forum in Dubai this week. I was one of two members of the Special Olympics Board of Directors to take part. Read More ››

Empowering Youth

What was amazing is the number of people stopping by to ask about the r-word campaign, its purpose and how to be involved. Saudi and Kuwaiti citizens were interested in carrying similar activities locally and asked for assistance. Read More ››

Sponsors in Middle East-North Africa

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Procter & GambleP&G has supported Special Olympics for more than 32 years.
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Coca-ColaOur founding partner has supported Special Olympics for decades.
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Spotlight on North America

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Celebrating Moms in May

They're our number one cheerleaders and so much more. Let's celebrate the "moms" of Special Olympics during May! LEARN MORE ››


Crossing the Desert for Special Olympics

On June 2nd, I will once again be racing across another desert in support of Special Olympics. This time crossing the Gobi desert, I will continue my quest to complete the 4 Deserts series of ultra-distance stage events. But I won't be alone.. Read More ››

Athletes Gear Up for Special Olympics Texas Equestrian Competition

More than 145 Special Olympics Texas athletes from across the state saddled up for the 2013 Equestrian Competition last week in Bryan. Read More ››

Sponsors in North America

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Coca-ColaOur founding partner has supported Special Olympics for decades.
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Finish LineFinish Line is a proud national partner of Special Olympics.
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Events Around the WorldView the Worldwide Events Calendar »

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Basketball Tourney

Sixteen European nations will gather in Istanbul Turkey to compete in the fifth European Basketball Tournament along with the Turkish Basketball Federation.

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National Games

The 8th National Singapore Games will take place 31 May - June 4.  Athletes from Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines will compete in six sports.

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Athlete competing in swimming competition.
Summer Games

The Southern California Summer Games will take place on June 8-9 at Cal State Long Beach. Over 1,100 athletes will compete in six sports.

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Upcoming Events Around the World


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Event

Location

May 22 - 25 2013

Nebraska Summer Games

Join us May 22 - 25 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1100 athletes will compete in various summer sports.
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Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska
UNITED STATES

May 23 - 26 2013

Texas Summer Games

Join us May 23 - 26 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 3400 athletes will compete in athletics, basketball, gymnastics, soccer, tennis and equestrian.
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University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas
UNITED STATES

May 23 - 25 2013

Arkansas Summer Games

Join us May 23-25 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2000 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, bocce, golf, powerlifting, flag football and softball.
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Harding University
Searcy, Arkansas
UNITED STATES

May 24, 2013
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Badminton Competition

Join us at the Indes San Miguel in San Miguel, El Salvador on 24 May from 8am-1pm for an exciting day of badminton competition. Special Olympics athletes will show their skill while competing in various badminton events. Please contact Sandra Uceda (contact info below) for event details.
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Sandra Uceda
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Indes San MiguelSan Miguel
EL SALVADOR

May 24 - 26 2013

Iowa Summer Games

Join us MAY 24-26 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 3000 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, bocce, cycling, roller skating, soccer and tennis.
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Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
UNITED STATES

May 24 - 26 2013

Louisiana Summer Games

Join us May 24-26 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 800 athletes will compete in athletics (track & field), bocce, powerlifting, and volleyball.
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Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, Louisiana
UNITED STATES

May 29, 2013

Unified Basketball and Football Competition

Come cheer on and support our Special Olympics athletes on 29 May for an exciting day of Unified basketball and football competition in Witbank, South Africa. Please contact Mrs Mashayane (contact info below) for event details.
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Mrs Mashayane
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Witbank, Mpumalanga
SOUTH AFRICA

May 30 - Jun 1 2013

Michigan Summer Games

Join us May 30 - June 1 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 3500 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, bocce, bowling, gymnastics, horseshoes, powerlifting, volleyball and motor activities training program.
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Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
UNITED STATES

May 30 - Jun 2 2013

Missouri Summer Games

Join us May 30 - June 2 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2000 athletes will compete in athletics (Track & Field), aquatics, basketball, bowling, powerlifting and volleyball.
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Columbia, Missouri
UNITED STATES

May 30 - Jun 1 2013

New Hampshire Summer Games

Join us May 30 - June 1 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 900 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, bocce, equestrian, powerlifting and tennis.
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University of New Hampshire
Durham, New Hampshire
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

Kentucky Summer Games

Join us May 31-June 2 during our Summer Games event. Over 1000 athletes will compete in track and field, swimming, bocce, flag football and rhythmic gymnastics.
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Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

North Carolina Summer Games

Join us May 31 - June 2 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1200 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, gymnastics, powerlifting, softball and volleyball.
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Raleigh and Cary, North Carolina
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 4 2013

8th Special Olympics Singapore National Games

Special Olympics Singapore is hosting 640 athletes from Singapore, Malaysia and Philippines at the 8th Special Olympics Singapore National Games. Athletes will compete in six sports; athletics, badminton, bocce, bowling, football, swimming. Held once every four years,the Games is a competitive multi-sports event for individuals for intellectual disabilities. The Games are open to athletes 8 years and above, competing in divisions according to their abilities. The Games aims to unite the local community through the transformative power of sports and invites everyone to come celebrate the abilities of people with intellectual disabilities.
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SINGAPORE

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

New Mexico Summer Games

Join us May 31 - June 2 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1200 athletes will compete in athletics, bocce, soccer and unified volleyball.
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University of New Mexico Track & Field Stadium
Albuquerque, New Mexico
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

Advanced Coaches Training

Join us and support our Special Olympics Program through 31 May - 2 June for 3 days of advanced coaches training in Ongwediwa, Namibia. Please contact Ms. Ester Kambla (contact info below) for event details.
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Ms Ester Kambla
Email:ekambala@specialolympics.org
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Ongwediwa
NAMIBIA

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

Washington Summer Games

Join us May 31-June 2 at Joint Base Lewis during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2500 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, basketball, tennis and powerlifting.
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Joint Base Lewis
McChord, Washington
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

Rhode Island Summer Games

Join us May 31-June 2 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1500 athletes will compete in various summer sports.
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University of Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 2 2013

Kansas Summer Games

Join us May 31 - June 2 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2000 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, tennis and powerlifting.
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Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas
UNITED STATES

May 31 - Jun 1 2013

North Dakota Summer Games

Join us May 31 - June 1 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 650 athletes will compete in Unified volleyball, aquatics, gymnastics, powerlifting, bocce, and track & field.
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Davies High School
Fargo, North Dakota
UNITED STATES

Jun 1, 2013

World Sand Games

The Inaugural World Sand Games will be held Saturday June 1, 2013 at The Beach at Craig Ranch. Bracket play for the volleyball tournament hosting a Juniors, Adult, Corporate, Special Olympics Texas Unified, and BYOP™ division will begin at 9 a.m. with sand soccer and sand tennis clinics throughout the day. This family friendly environment will also have music, bocce ball, cornhole and plenty of food! Come join us for a day of fun in the sun benefiting Special Olympics Texas athletes!
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Samantha Vogel
Email:svogel@sotx.org
Phone:214-943-9981
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The Beach at Craig Ranch
6145 Alma Rd McKinney, TX 75070

McKinney, Texas
UNITED STATES

Jun 2 - 3 2013

Colorado Summer Games

Join us June 2-3 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1100 athletes will compete in track and field, soccer, swimming, gymnastics and powerlifting.
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Grand Junction, Colorado
UNITED STATES

Jun 5 - 9 2013

Europe/Eurasia Unified Sports Football Cup Qualifiers

Join Special Olympics in the Europe/Eurasia region for the Unified Sports Soccer Cup Qualifier that will bring together Special Olympics athletes (people with intellectual disabilities) and Unified Partners (people without intellectual disabilities) to play as teammates from all over the region. They will be competing for a spot in the 2014 Unified Sports Football Cup in Brazil.
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Warsaw
POLAND

Jun 5, 2013

Table Tennis and Basketball Competition

Come cheer on and support our Special Olympics athletes on 5 June for an exciting day of Table Tennis and Basketball Competition in Cape Town, South Africa. Please contact Mr Moeketsi Mokoka (contact info below) for event details.table tennis and basketball competition
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Mr. Moeketsi Mokoka
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Cape Town , Western Cape
SOUTH AFRICA

Jun 6 - 8 2013

Pennsylvania Summer Games

Join us June June 6-8 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2000 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, basketball, bowling, equestrian, golf, gymnastics, softball and tennis.
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Penn State University in State College
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UNITED STATES

Jun 6 - 8 2013

Wisconsin Summer Games

Join us June 6-8 at University of Wisconsin during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1800 athletes will compete in aquatics (swimming), athletics (track & field), soccer and powerlifting.
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University of Wisconsin
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 8 2013

Virginia Summer Games

Summer Games, our largest competition, is nothing short of legendary thanks to overwhelming support from thousands of local volunteers who brave the summer heat to assist Special Olympics Virginia athletes each June. Athletes come from all corners of the state to compete in swimming, powerlifting, softball, track & field, bowling and tennis. This event also features our annual Healthy Athletes expo, as well as fan filled stands, thanks to our Volunteer to Cheer program! Summer Games, one of Special Olympic Virginia’s seven state-level competitions, has been at UR since 1983; prior to that, the event was held in Lynchburg.
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University of Richmond
Richmond, Virginia
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Alaska Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 300 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, basketball, gymnastics, and powerlifting.
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Anchorage, Alaska
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Maine Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1500 athletes will compete in football, Soccer, golf, sailing and tennis.
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University of Maine
Orono, Maine
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

New Jersey Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2500 athletes will compete in aquatics, bocce, gymnastics, powerlifting, softball, tennis and track & field.
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The College of New Jersey
Ewing, New Jersey
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Vermont Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 at University of Vermont during our Summer Games event. Approximately 600 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics (track and field), bocce and softball.
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University of Vermont
Burlington, Vermont
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Massachusetts Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1300 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, gymnastics, powerlifting, roller skating, tennis and volleyball.
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Harvard Athletic Complex
Boston, Massachusetts
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

West Virginia Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 at Laidley Field during our Summer Games event. Approximately 750 athletes will compete in various summer sports.
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Laidley Field
Charleston, West Virginia
UNITED STATES

Jun 7, 2013
8:00 - 1:00 PM

Motor Activities

Join us at Indes San Miguel in San Miguel, El Salvador on 7 June from 8am-1pm for an exciting day of Motor Activities competition. The Motor Activity Training Program is designed to prepare athletes with severe or profound intellectual disabilities, including athletes with significant physical disabilities, for sport-specific activities appropriate for their abilities.
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EL SALVADOR

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Connecticut Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2400 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, cycling and gymnastics.
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Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, Connecticut
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 8 2013

Delaware Summer Games

Join us June 7-8 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 800 athletes will compete in athletics, aquatics, bocce, powerlifting, softball, tennis, MATP and Young Athletes.
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Newark, Delaware
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Indiana Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 2600 athletes will compete in aquatics, bocce, bowling, cycling, horseshoes, powerlifting, track & field and volleyball.
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Indiana State University
Terre Haute, Indiana
UNITED STATES

Jun 7 - 9 2013

Maryland Summer Games

Join us June 7-9 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1500 athletes will compete in cheerleading, aquatics, softball, bocce, and athletics.
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Towson, Maryland
UNITED STATES

Jun 8, 2013
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kayaking Competition

The Area Kayaking Competition will be held on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Marine Creek Lake in Fort Worth.
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Email:jmaxwell@sotx.org
Phone:817-332-3433
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Marine Creek Lake
North Loop I-320 at Marine Creek Parkway 4801 Marine Creek Pkwy Fort Worth, TX 76179

Fort Worth, Texas
UNITED STATES

Jun 8 - 9 2013

Southern California Summer Games

More than 1,100 Special Olympics Southern California athletes will show their courage and determination during Summer Games on June 8-9 at Cal State Long Beach. Become a volunteer, or come cheer these superstars on as they hit game-winning baskets, make birdie putts, and swim for the gold. This event is free, and it is open to the general public. The Games will feature our six spring/summer sports (aquatics, basketball, bocce, golf, gymnastics, and track and field). Along with the competitions, you will have fun playing games, listening to live music, and participating in many activities.
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Kelly Kloepping
Email:kkloepping@sosc.org
Phone:(562) 522-8554
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California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd.

Long Beach, California
UNITED STATES

Jun 9, 2013

Figure Skating Competition

The Special Olympics Texas - Central Texas Area Figure Skating Competition is an area-wide competition for athletes/teams. The athletes will compete in the Austin Bluebonnet Open under their own Special Olympics Division.
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Joanna Sarrett
Email:jsarrett@sotx.org
Phone:512-491-2962
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Cedar Park Center
2100 Avenue of the Stars Cedar Park, TX 78613

Cedar Park, Texas
UNITED STATES

Jun 11 - 14 2013

Coaches Training

Join us and support our Special Olympics Program through 11 June - 14 June for 3 days of coaches training in Ruvuma, Tanzania. Please contact Mr. Frank Macha (contact info below) for event details.
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Mr. Frank Macha
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Ruvuma
TANZANIA, UNITED REPUBLIC OF

Jun 12 - 14 2013

Khomas Football Coaches Training

Join us and support our Special Olympics Program through 12 June - 14 June for 2 days of football coaches training in Windhoek, Namibia. Please contact Ms. Ester Kambla (contact info below) for event details.
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Khomas sub-Program Windhoek
NAMIBIA

Jun 13 - 15 2013

Utah Summer Games

Join us June 13-15 at Herriman High School during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1000 athletes will compete in athletics (Track & Field), cycling, soccer, Unified Sports® Soccer, softball and motor activities training program.
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Herriman High School
Herriman, Utah
UNITED STATES

Jun 14 - 16 2013

Illinois Summer Games

Join us June 14-16 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 3800 athletes will compete in aquatics, athletics, bocce, gymnastics, powerlifting and soccer.
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Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois
UNITED STATES

Jun 14 - 16 2013

New York Summer Games

Join us June June 14-16 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1000 athletes will compete in athletics (track & field), aquatics, basketball, bowling, powerlifting, gymnastics, tennis and volleyball.
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University at Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
UNITED STATES

Jun 15, 2013
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

FCA Victory Bowl

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will be hosting a sports skills day on Saturday morning, June 15, at Floyd Casey Stadium in Waco. Graduated seniors from the 12-county Heart of Texas Area who have been selected to play in the annual Victory Bowl later in the evening will be conducting skills events and games in softball and flag football with Special Olympics athletes and those aspiring to become athletes. All the activities will take place on the playing field of Floyd Casey Stadium. Athletes and families/chaperones will receive a free ticket to the Victory Bowl scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at Floyd Casey Stadium. Please call the area office if you plan on attending.
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Floyd Casey Stadium
3088 Burnett Ave

Waco, Texas
UNITED STATES

Jun 15, 2013

Inducción a Olimpiadas Especiales

Seminario de Inducción a Olimpiadas Especiales en la Autoridad del Canal de Panamá para todo público.
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Autoridad del Canal de Panamá
Balboa

Panama City, Panama
PANAMA

Jun 15 - 21 2013

Asia Pacific Unified Sports Football Cup Qualifiers

Join Special Olympics in the Asia Pacific region for the Unified Sports Soccer Cup Qualifier that will bring together Special Olympics athletes (people with intellectual disabilities) and Unified Partners (people without intellectual disabilities) to play as teammates from all over the region. They will be competing for a spot in the 2014 Unified Sports Football Cup in Brazil.
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BangkokBangkok
THAILAND

Jun 16, 2013
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Swiming Competition

Join us at Ex Polvorin in San Salvador, El Salvador on 16 June from 8am-1pm for an exciting day of aquatics competition. Special Olympics athletes will show their skill while competing in various swimming events.
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Ex PolvorinSan Salvador
EL SALVADOR

Jun 19 - Jan 23 2013

Europe Eurasia Basketball Tournament

Special Olympics athletes from 16 European nations will gather in Istanbul Turkey to compete in the fifth European Basketball Tournament in association with the Turkish Basketball Federation. Nations represented include: Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Macedonia, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Turkey, and Ukraine.
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Istanbul
TURKEY

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Defying Expectations

Georgie is emerging as the only bona fide athlete in the Seigenthaler-Hayes family. There is no sport he won’t try, no athletic endeavor he’s won’t pursue. No fear. No trembling. Just do it. That’s how George rolls.

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Posted on 2013-04-23 by Tim

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