Golf Sport Center

This page draws together golf-related information for all of Special Olympics. The coaching materials and other links will help you get a good sense of how this sport contributes to Special Olympics.


300x200 Golf National Invitational Tournament

The Golf Coaching Guide was written by experts who understand that people with intellectual disabilities need extra time and attention to master new skills. Learn More

Golf is a precision club and ball sport, in which competing players (or golfers) use many types of clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a golf course using the fewest number of strokes. The game is played on golf courses, each of which features a unique design, although courses typically consist of either nine or 18 holes.


Golf News and Stories


May 07, 2013 | SOI General: Headquarters

Special Olympics Virginia athletes cheer on Special Olympics Ambassador, I.K. Kim at LPGA Kingsmill Championship

By Peter Wheeler

Tommy Grymes presents I.K. her t-shirt

Special Olympics athletes from Virginia as well as the coaches were wearing the newly designed t-shirts, "I.K. Kim Fairway Fanatiks," in support of I.K. and to promote her strong commitment to Special Olympics.View Story Special Olympics athletes from Virginia attended the LPGA Kingsmill Championship in Williamsburg, Virginia on Saturday, May 4, 2013 where they walked the course and followed Special Olympics Ambassador for Golf, I.K. Kim. The athletes as well as the coaches were wearing the newly designed t-shirts, "I.K. Kim Fairway Fanatiks," in support of I.K. and to promote her strong commitment to Special Olympics. After the round, Tommy Grymes, from Henrico County presented I.K. with a t-shirt, followed by all exchanging autographs and taking photos. I.K. and LPGA will be extending an invitation to Special Olympics Programs around the world to come out to LPGA events to enjoy watching the wonderful sport of golf. Both I.K. and the LPGA are committed to helping Special Olympics grow the sport of golf, and in particular among females. I.K. will also be conducting Special Olympics golf clinics at a few selected tour stops this year.

About Peter Wheeler:Chief of Strategic Properties and relationship manager for I.K. and LPGA
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April 22, 2013 | North America: Southern California

Special Olympics Athlete earns exemption to compete in World Junior Golf Championships

By Luther Iles

Wyatt Iles is one of only 18 junior golf enthusiasts throughout the entire United States selected to the 2013 Tiger Woods Foundation National Junior Golf Team.View Story Wyatt Iles, is an eleven year old Special Olympics Athlete living in Claremont, California. Diagnosed with autism, Wyatt Competes and practices with Special Olympics in the sport of golf. Wyatt is one of only 18 junior golf enthusiasts throughout the entire United States, selected to the 2013 Tiger Woods Foundation National Junior Golf Team. Members of this team are selected based on golfing ability and school academic performance. As a selected member of this team, Wyatt has earned an exemption into the Callaway Junior Golf World Championship Tournament, held annually in San Diego, California. Wyatt will represent the Tiger Woods Foundation at this prestigious junior golf world championship event. Wyatt and his family are especially grateful to Special Olympics for affording him the opportunity to both discover and develop his interest and skill-set in golf.

About Luther Iles:I am Wyatt's father, Luther Iles. I am especially proud of Wyatt's accomplishments both academic and athletic. I am grateful to Special Olympics for fostering and developing Wyatt's golfing ability.
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Upcoming Golf Events


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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 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

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 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

June 29, 2013

Ragin Cajun Classic Golf Tournament

Have fun and support more than 450 Special Olympics Texas athletes in the Panhandle Area. Your registration includes a round of golf, a catfish and gumbo dinner, an all-day putting contest, hole prizes, door prizes and much more! Two tee times are available: 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Four-person scramble: $360 per team Entries limited to the first 60 teams to sign up! Tee times will fill up fast, so enter now!
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Susie McAlister
Email:sMcAlister@sotx.org
Phone:817-332-3433
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Palo Duro Creek Golf Course
50 Country Club Dr.

Canyon, Texas
UNITED STATES

Jul 13 - 14 2013

Oregon Summer Games

Join us July 13-14 during our Summer Games event. Approximately 1800 athletes will compete in athletics (track & field), bocce, golf, and softball.
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Newberg
Newberg, Oregon
UNITED STATES

August 17, 2013

Mary Moore Charity Event

This will be a 4-person Scramble Golf Tournament. In a scramble, each player tees off on each hole. The best of the tee shots is selected and all players play their second shots from that spot. The best of the second shots is determined, then all play their third shots from that spot, and so on until the ball is holed. Hope to see you there.
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Jack Moore
Email:jmoore1320@gmail.com
Phone:918-557-7670
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Shangri-La Golf Club
31000 South Highway 125

Monkey Island, Oklahoma
UNITED STATES

Aug 28 - Sep 1 2013

Great Britain Summer Games

The 9th National Summer Games will be held in the city of Bath from 28 August to 01 September. Over 1,700 athletes will be competing in athletics, badminton, bocce, bowls (short mat carpet bowls), football, golf, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics, table tennis, ten pin bowling, tennis and swimming.
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University of Bath
Bath, Claverton Down
UNITED KINGDOM

Oct 17 - 20 2013

2013 Special Olympics North America Golf Invitational Tournament

Join Special Olympics in the North America region for a golf tournament that will showcase the talents of our Special Olympics athletes. I.K. Kim, Three-time LPGA winner and Special Olympics Ambassador for Golf will be at the event to promote the game of golf within the Special Olympics and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities on and off the golf course.
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Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club
Galloway, New Jersey
UNITED STATES

Nov 2 - 3 2013

Fall Championships

Thousands of athletes, coaches, families and volunteers come together for a weekend of memorable fun during the annual Fall Championships in Virginia Beach. Athletes wrap up the fall sports season as they go for the gold in roller skating, bowling, volleyball, soccer, bocce and golf. Don’t-miss-moments include a magical opening ceremony, followed by an evening of music and games at the Victory Dance and Olympic Festival. And thanks to our Volunteer to Cheer initiative, this event continues to grow in size and popularity! Come Be a Fan! Fall Championships, one of Special Olympics Virginia's seven state-level competitions, has been in Virginia Beach since 1998; prior to that, the event was held in Roanoke.
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Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, Virginia
UNITED STATES

Jun 13 - 21 2014

2014 USA National Games

The USA National Games be centered in and around Princeton and the Greater Mercer County area. Venues will include Princeton University, Rider University, The College of New Jersey, and Mercer County Park. The New Jersey Devils have offered The Prudential Center as the venue for the Opening Ceremonies. The National Games will feature nearly 3,500 athletes competing in 14 Olympic-style sports, with the support of 1,000 coaches, 8,000 volunteers and an estimated 50,000 family, friends and spectators. Non-competitive special events will include the Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run™ that will symbolize the start of the competition and Healthy Athletes, a place where the athletes can get vital health screenings. Youth and education events will also be held in conjunction with the Games as young leaders rally around making change for the better of the Special Olympics movement and promoting acceptance of those with intellectual disabilities.
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Greg Epperson
Email:gepperson@specialolympics.org
Phone:919-785-0700
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Several Locations - New Jersey
Princeton, New Jersey
UNITED STATES

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Golf Competitions

2012 Golf Invitational Tournament

Special Olympics golfers from the United States and Canada competed at the Wigwam Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Final results are below. Search by team, athlete or bib number.

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2011 Golf National Invitational Tournament

The 2011 Special Olympics Golf NIT, an annual U.S. national tournament, was at the PGA Golf Club, Port St. Lucie, Florida. See results by athlete, delegation and bib number.

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2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games

Athens, Greece, was the home of the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games. That year, it was the world’s largest sporting event for athletes with intellectual disabilities. See results by athlete, delegation and bib number.

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